Rear demister repair

andysausage · Feb 18th, 2021, 13:51

Hi all

My rear window demister is only half working. Has anyone tried those paint on repair kits?

SwissXC90 · Feb 18th, 2021, 16:25

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Originally Posted by andysausage

Hi all

My rear window demister is only half working. Has anyone tried those paint on repair kits?

Yes, I used to use them over 20 years ago. They work fine if you follow the instructions. Much cheaper than a new windscreen....

Laird Scooby · Feb 18th, 2021, 17:32

I've tried them more recently and sorry to say it but these days they're thick and gloopy and don't really work as they used to.

My rear screen now looks like it has measles and still only has the top two elements working!

boombox · Feb 20th, 2021, 16:38

Just ordered the Loctite Circuit stuff from France. Will let you know how it works if it ever gets here. Saw the non-Loctite alternatives had bad to poor reviews.

Laird Scooby · Feb 20th, 2021, 17:59

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Originally Posted by boombox

Just ordered the Loctite Circuit stuff from France. Will let you know how it works if it ever gets here. Saw the non-Loctite alternatives had bad to poor reviews.

Have you got a link please?

Harley Dave · Feb 20th, 2021, 18:12

Just Google "Loctite Circuit"

Cheers

Dave

Laird Scooby · Feb 20th, 2021, 18:17

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Originally Posted by Harley Dave

Just Google "Loctite Circuit"

Cheers

Dave

Funny you should say that................. no results!

Finally managed to find some on fleabay and it's in the UK as well :

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Loctite-3...e/254821844097

glengibson · Feb 25th, 2021, 19:26

Loctite 3863 Circuit Breaker Repair Kit with Driver and Pro Varnish https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07ZQGBJ...511F1KTHR3H23E

YorkshireDave · Feb 26th, 2021, 11:11

If you need it to look 'original', then use some good quality masking tape on the intact parts but go across the gap. Paint it on and while its still wet, remove the tape.

I defy anyone to tell it's been done aside from a slight colour change. Sure as hell doesn't now infuriate me when I'm taking my semi-annual look in the rear view mirror...

Bashy · Feb 27th, 2021, 03:12

I have always had good success with repairing these, using a multimeter on continuity can also aid in finding the breaks but normally a good eye can see them. I have used the small bottle with the gloopy stuff and also used the pen type also, easier and cleaner. Google PCB repair pen.

If you want a nice clean job, you can use the blue thin masking tape, a little strip on either side, leaving ample time to dry. Or alternatively use a sharp blade in one of these for better dexterity, using a metal straight edge, light score the overspill, then scrape up to the score to clean up

PS, you still get over spill with the pen, its just easier to apply with it, shake well!!

Feb 18th, 2021, 13:51	#1
andysausage New Member Last Online: Feb 20th, 2024 11:09 Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Woking	Rear demister repair Hi all My rear window demister is only half working. Has anyone tried those paint on repair kits?

Feb 18th, 2021, 17:32	#3
Laird Scooby Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:44 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lakenheath	I've tried them more recently and sorry to say it but these days they're thick and gloopy and don't really work as they used to. My rear screen now looks like it has measles and still only has the top two elements working! __________________ Cheers Dave Next Door to Top-Gun with a Honda CR-V & S Type Jag Volvo gone but not forgotten........

Feb 26th, 2021, 11:11	#9
YorkshireDave VOC Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 00:30 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Wetherby	If you need it to look 'original', then use some good quality masking tape on the intact parts but go across the gap. Paint it on and while its still wet, remove the tape. I defy anyone to tell it's been done aside from a slight colour change. Sure as hell doesn't now infuriate me when I'm taking my semi-annual look in the rear view mirror... __________________ 2006 Black XC90 D5 185 Auto Engine change at 162K. all cars everywhere are a perpetual work in progress...

Feb 27th, 2021, 03:12	#10
Bashy Aged Member Last Online: Feb 20th, 2024 09:47 Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Weeting	I have always had good success with repairing these, using a multimeter on continuity can also aid in finding the breaks but normally a good eye can see them. I have used the small bottle with the gloopy stuff and also used the pen type also, easier and cleaner. Google PCB repair pen. If you want a nice clean job, you can use the blue thin masking tape, a little strip on either side, leaving ample time to dry. Or alternatively use a sharp blade in one of these for better dexterity, using a metal straight edge, light score the overspill, then scrape up to the score to clean up PS, you still get over spill with the pen, its just easier to apply with it, shake well!! __________________ Regards, Bashy MY07 (56 plate) V70 Geartronic 2.4 D5 185bhp 173k, 17", full leather, an auto-dimming mirror and auto wipers are the best it can do - I have added (poorly) limo black, rear camera and parking sensors

Feb 20th, 2021, 16:38	#4
boombox Member Last Online: May 19th, 2023 09:51 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Leeds	Just ordered the Loctite Circuit stuff from France. Will let you know how it works if it ever gets here. Saw the non-Loctite alternatives had bad to poor reviews.

Feb 20th, 2021, 18:12	#6
Harley Dave Volvo Driver Last Online: Yesterday 00:09 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Basingstoke	Just Google "Loctite Circuit" Cheers Dave

Feb 25th, 2021, 19:26	#8
glengibson Member Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 22:36 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Hull	Loctite 3863 Circuit Breaker Repair Kit with Driver and Pro Varnish https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07ZQGBJ...511F1KTHR3H23E

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