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Advice: best car ice scraper to get?

Serenity-Now — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 19:30:38 GMT

We're transplants from FL, so we are pretty clueless on buying things like ice scrapers for the windshields, but I imagine there are some good ones & some terrible ones...sure would appreciate a few helpful tips on how to find a good one & what to watch out for? Many thanks in advance!

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missy1 — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 00:05:52 GMT

I use a cover similar to this, instead of an ice scraper. I also use this spray. (It works) Walmart brand/cheaper brand works too.

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cancun08 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 19:50:54 GMT

If you are Costco members, I just picked up a 2pc scraper/brush set for $14.99. Sturdy & adjustable.

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Preds — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:03:18 GMT

2-In-1 Ice Scraper + Snow Broom

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$18.88

I got this for my DD when she moved to Indiana from TN. She loved it and so did some of her friends that used it. ShowMe put me on to snowjoe.com because she has used them.

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reiki604 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:05:15 GMT

@cancun08 wrote:
If you are Costco members, I just picked up a 2pc scraper/brush set for $14.99. Sturdy & adjustable.

This is what I use. Also if you warm up the car before you try to scrape off the ice, it slides right off.

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GCR18 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:06:05 GMT

I look for an ice scrapper with a long handle. I get a lot of snow, so I also look for it to have a brush. I don't but any particular brand, but look for that handle adjustability. I can twist mine and it adds a few feet. When finished, it can be shortened. I have an SUV and need to be able to reach the roof.

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quilter61 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:06:37 GMT

Also, try Sam's club. They have a similiar set.

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Lila Belle — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:08:52 GMT

I don't use them and I'm glad my car has defrosters for the windshield, rear window, mirrors and wipers.

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brewhaha — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:11:23 GMT

A husband or a son

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Miranda1550 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:11:43 GMT

Best product De Icer, really works ......................................

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jaxs mom — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:13:19 GMT

We use covers on the windshield and if I have to get snow off the roof before driving I use a plastic spatula I keep in the car lol.

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jaxs mom — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:14:41 GMT

@Lila Belle wrote:
I don't use them and I'm glad my car has defrosters for the windshield, rear window, mirrors and wipers.

Every car does, but it takes a heck of a lot longer to use defrost than just having a cover over it so there is no ice or snow in the first place.

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DoneTryin — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:15:06 GMT

@missy1 wrote:
I use a cover similar to this, instead of an ice scraper. I lalso use this spray. (It works) Walmart brand/cheaper brand works too.

ITA about the cover. Before I had underground parking, I used something similar to the one pictured here. Works great! Hopefully, your car has rear window defrosters that work quickly. Another idea would be to get heated ice scraper that plugs into car's cigarette lighter outlet; check Amazon or other retailers.

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ValuSkr — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 21:05:45 GMT

In a pinch, a credit card works. If the ice isn't too thick of course.

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Snowpuppy — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 21:15:14 GMT

Prestone also makes a windshield washer fluid with de-icer. I'ts yellow and about 4-5 bucks.

Skip that cheap blue juice in the winter because it freezes over. Prestone with de-icer doesn't and here in Northern MI it can get MIGHTY cold.

Don't forget to invest in a good set of wiper blades, too.

Remote car starters are really popular here. I don't have one but others swear by them. Remote start your vehicle, let the defrosters do their work.

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fancy pantsy — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 21:36:24 GMT

i would like to second the idea to get a remote starter. when i lived up north, that is what i had. and i would set the heater up high, so the car would be warm TOO. my car at the time did not have factory installed remote, so i just had one added. so well worth it!

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sidsmom — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 21:40:13 GMT

Growing up in the Midwest, I definitely have 'ice scraping cred'!

When you're a student, you don't have the luxury of de-icing liquids or covers, so my dad taught me the TECHNIQUE is more important that anything.

Using a crisscross pattern allows it to break up quicker...even if it's an inch thick. I used a small garden fork with 3 points as my tool. Cut the ice, then use a regular scraper to push it away. Works like a charm!

In Dallas, we don't get too many icy days, so the credit card technique works perfectly, as well.

#SundayPositivePostChallenge

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cookie16 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:19:58 GMT

In addition to an extendable scraper, I also have a broom to reach roof of my suv. Illegal here to drive with snow or ice on roof. I also have the washer fluid with anti-freeze in the tank. Be sure to have a blanket in the car and I also carry ice melt in a covered bucket in case of getting stuck on ice. A small shovel too in case the plow comes by and pushes snow against tires or car. Sounds like overkill, however, I have needed these items on occasIon and better to be prepared. Welcome to the snowbelt. It is pretty but if you need to drive, be prepared.