Products that work?!


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I was thinking about products that actually work like they advertise, products you would tell friends and family about. I figured it would be a great post for everyone to mention a product, short descriptions, etc.

Stuff is getting so expensive that I hate to try new stuff in fear that I will simply waste the money. We can really outline some good stuff here. This doesnt even have to be hunting related either. Everyday stuff is just as useful. Face it, we arent in the woods every minute of every day. ;) Ill kick it off.

Rain-X

Windshield compound. It detours rain, especially while driving. In most cases you literally will not need windshield wipers unless its a heavy, heavy rain.

Awesome stuff. I bought it for my car several years ago and it worked so well I have used it on all of my vehicles since.

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Shammy Towels, Super Shammy Towels, Mini-Shammy Towels, Etc.

These towels are amazing, very durable, and reusable. They are extremely absorbent and work well for towels to dry pets after a bath, clean up liquid messes, wipe down a freshly washed car, etc. Just make sure to follow the care instructions and they should last several years before wearing out.

Several different companies make and claim to have the "best" of these kinds of shammy towels, but so far they all seem to work about the same for me. Some do vary in size, meaning they can hold more or less liquid between ringing them out, though.

I'm highly impressed with them. We have a double-coated 95lb. German Shepherd and after a bath she is a sponge full of water that we just can't get dry. Since we got some Shammy towels to use on her now drying her off is so much quicker to do. They also make drying a car off after washing it a breeze, too. We can dry off several cars with one shammy towel. It comes in handy when washing down two race cars after a muddy day at the race track and trying to get them dry in order to work on them in the shop. :D

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Toilet Paper

Angel Soft...comes on a roll you use it when your done in the restroom great stuff:D Just make sure you use it good:D

On a serious note. Not really to sure hmm...

Swivel Brissel

I think that is what its called its a little sweeper that you don't have to plug in say there is just something in one spot. Anyway mom got one thing actually works.:eek:

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Don't like Rain-X. When your windows get dirty after you've put that on, it's nearly IMPOSSIBLE to get them clean again. Water just runs right off.:rolleyes:

I like:

Holloway House floor shine. It really works like the commercial says.

Scott's brand summer lawn fertilizer. That's the greenest my grass has ever been!:cool:

Tilex. Powerful stuff on mildew.

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One comment on the Rain-X stuff.

The windshield must be absolutely clean and solvent free before you apply it.

First step is to clean the heck out of the windshield with windex before applying. If it's not perfectly clean and solvent free it WON'T WORK!

Follow the application instructions on the stuff exactly.

If it's too hot outside that also messes up the application. I don't remember what the max temp is. It's on the bottle. If it's hotter than that FORGET IT. Don't try and use RAIN-X until it cools down.

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what i don't like is that winshield wash thats supossed to de-ice your windshield.what i want to kn ow is were they test that stuff cause it never works for me and i bought the good stuff.What a good thread to gripe about that stuff just had a near nor easter blow through lastnight and man was i ticked off for about the hundredth time after my shift lastnight and tried to use that stuff to de-ice the windshield i should've learned by know.

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Gee wiz, how could I forget this one:

Magic Eraser. This sponge is the best thing ever for cleaning. I can scrub with a cloth and some cleanser all day long on something ( marks on the wall, stain on the countertop, burnt on grease on the stove) and it won't budge.

Use that Magic Eraser and it is a breeze. NO JOKE!!!!

Also....Clorox Clean-up. Love the smell and it sanitizes .

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WD-40

HOME/GARDEN

• Use to loosen rusty nuts and screws, clean garden tools

• Cleans piano keys

• Keeps wicker chairs from squeaking

• Lubricates small rolling toys

• Keeps garden tools rust-free

• Cleans patio door glide strip

• Removes crayon from clothes dryer (make sure to unplug dryer first)

• Removes scuff marks from ceramic tile floor

• Keeps metal wind chimes rust-free

• Removes crayon from walls

• Helps join plastic shelving to make disassembly easier

• Removes water spots from mirrors

• Lubricates hinge on pruning shears

• Lubricates screws on lawn furniture

• Lubricates hydraulic rams on slideout of 5th wheel

• Cleans fiberglass bathtubs

• Cleans and prevents rust on oil tank exterior

• Cleans and protects bed of wheelbarrows

• Prevents rust on swamp cooler nuts

• Removes tea stains from countertops

• Removes crayon from wallpaper

• Lubricates gate locks

• Removes crayon from carpet

• Removes crayon from compressed wood furniture

• Loosens rusty parts on lawnmower

• Lubricates sticky drawers

• Removes tape marks from the wall where posters hung

• Shines leaves of artificial houseplants

• Keeps snow from sticking to shovel

• Removes coffee stains on floor tiles

• Keeps hose ends from corroding

• Lubricates moving parts on playground equipment

• Removes crayon from plastic

• Removes decals from bathtubs

• Removes old cellophane tape

• Removes crayon from shoes

• Cleans ashtrays

• Removes crayon from toys

• Cleans and protects underside of cast iron skillets

• Removes ink from carpet

• Keeps garden plant cages bright and rust free

• Cleans lawnmower blades

• Cleans and protects antique kitchen tools

• Prevents mildew growth on fountain

• Removes marks from floors left by chair feet

• Removes crayon from chalk boards

• Eliminates static on volume and tuning control knobs

• Cleans candle soot

• Removes ink from blue jeans

• Cleans residue on luggage handles

• Cleans old muffin tins

• Cleans and protects pruning shears

• Cleans gold-plated faucets

• Removes petroleum stains from clothing

• Keeps sewing needles from rusting

• Removes Kool-Aid stains from carpet and fabric

• Removes gunk from plastic dish-drainer

• Lubricates kitchen sink handheld spray nozzle

• Removes rust from curtain rods

• Removes adhesive from precious china

• Cleans bottoms of pots and pans

• Helps prevent rust on hide-a-key containers

• Cleans vinyl garage doors

• Cleans doggie doo from tennis shoes

• Removes gunk when replacing old faucets

• Cleans and protects medicine door latches

• Protects wrought iron from rust

• Removes tomato stains from clothes

• Prevents rust from forming on washing machines

• Keeps metal wire screens rust free

• Removes blue baked-on acrylic cover shields from acrylic windows

• Preventative maintenance on cooking burner

• Removes coffee stains from leather

• Protects electric pump on furnace

• Removes ink stains from leather

• Prevents corrosion on copper parts of fountain

• Lubricates folding parts of ironing board

• Removes rust from chair feet

• Cleans and polishes gold and brass lamps

• Removes adhesive price tag from shoe bottoms

• Keeps trigger on glue gun from sticking

• Cleans bed frame

• Protects shower heads from rust

• Protects silver from blackening

• Lubricates external pivots on lawnmowers

• Keeps blades from rusting on garden plow

• Cleans black streaks from hardwood floors

• Protects inner machinery in toilet against corrosion

• Removes paint from tile flooring

• Protects hand trowels from corrosion

• Cleans and protects pitchforks

• Lubricates screen channels upon installation of rubber bead

• Removes rust stains from bathroom tubs

• Cleans metal figurines

• Shines shower doors

• Protects patio door from sun damage

• Cleans mildew from refrigerator gasket

• Helps clean rust from wire shelves

• Cleans newspaper ink from tables

• Removes rust stains from floor after mopping

• Cleans and protects TV antenna

• Removes gum from wallpaper

• Penetrates and frees stuck toilet shutoff valve

• Spray on rototiller blades to prevent rust during off-season

• Cleans melted vacuum belt from carpeting

• Removes crayon from television screen

• Lubricates zippers on lawn mower grass catcher bags

• Cleans gunk from chain saws

• Prevents rust on metal patio chairs

• Removes crayon marks from glass

• Camouflages scratches in cultured marble

• Removes berry stains from patio furniture

• Removes gum stuck to concrete

• Cleans heavy dirt from shovels

• Cleans rust from metal exterior of speakers

• Coat outside pipes during winter to help prevent freezing damage or

pipe bursts

• Removes glue deposits from linoleum

• Lubricates hinges on antique smoking stand

• Removes masking tape residue from linoleum

• Cleans gunk built up on doorknobs

• Removes stickers from credit cards

• Cleans smoke stains

• Removes lipstick from carpet

• Lubricates metal latches on chain link fences

• Removes melted scotch tape from dining room table

• Removes stains from coffee cups

• Removes crayon from screen doors

• Removes crayon from plastic tables

• Removes oil stains from nylon

• Spray on hula hoe swivels to clean & prevent corrosion

• Lubricates air holes before inserting hand air pump nozzle onto tires

• Keeps lawnmower wheels turning smoothly

• Keeps plant supports from rusting

• Removes gum from linoleum floor

• Removes strawberry stains from countertops

• Removes tar from shovels

• Keeps plant hangers from rusting

• Removes mascara from tile floors

• Erases marks caused by chair backs on running boards of wall

• Spray on silverware during unused periods to prevent tarnishing

• Clean black marks from shoes off the floor

• Removes labels from medicine bottles

• Removes wax from shoes

• Cleans chair wheels

• Cleans window sills

• Protects snow shovels from the effects of salt

• Cleans and protects washer lid

• Prevents corrosion on outdoor light fixtures

• Removes felt pen marks from floor

• Loosens valve stems on lawnmower tires

• Removes gum from aluminum siding

• Removes wax from vinyl surfaces

• Lubricates mixer gears

• Removes rollerblade marks from kitchen floor

• Adds moisture to and preserves ivory and bone items

• Keeps lawn mower carburetors free of gunk

• Removes Velcro stickers

• Polishes away scratches on countertops

• Lubricates vacuum cleaner roller brush

• Cleans gunk from base of toilet bowl

• Lubricates runners on porch glider

• Cleans roofing tar off circular saw blades

• Protects exposed metal parts on snow blowers

• Removes sticker residue from clothes

• Removes gum from flagpoles

• Keeps clay from sticking to shovels

• Prevents rake from rusting

• Removes laundry detergent stain from washer

• Polishes splash guards

• Cleans crayon off of rock walls

• Lubricates ball valve handle on sprinkler system

• Lubricates return springs on riding lawnmowers

• Keeps kitty-doo from sticking to electric cat-box rakes

• Removes dried toothpaste stains

• Removes silly putty from furniture

• Cleans lime stains from toilet bowls

• Spray on bottom 6 inches of wooden patio table to prevent mildew build up

• Removes glue from refrigerator

• Helps clean showers

• Cleans build up on hedge trimmers

• Lubricates gardening shears

• Cleans dog hair from sliding door rollers

• Removes marks-a-lot ink from most items

• Removes rust from cookie tins

• Keeps flower pots from sticking together when stacked in storage

• Removes gum from dryer lint screen

• Cleans tar from rubber water hoses

• Removes scuff marks from lawn furniture

• Removes rust stains from tile floors

• Lubricates lever on razor scraper

• Removes lipstick from fabric

• Cleans and lubricates the rubber surrounds on stereo sub woofers

• Spray down drain throat to remove scum

• Removes crayon from place mats

• Removes stubborn body oils and shampoo residue from bath mats

• Spray around bottom of garbage cans to prevent animals from getting in

• Removes oxidation from aluminum window frames

• Polishes and protects brass candlesticks

• Cleans music racks

• Cleans peanut butter from shoestrings

• Cleans and protects blades of pruning shears

• Cleans wood planter bed

• Cleans scum from rubber gloves

• Polishes silver jewelry

• Lubricates freezer doors

• Removes grape juice stains

• Cleans marks on shelves made by coat hangers

• Shines aluminum sinks

• Shines wheelbarrow tires

• Cleans lock nuts around gate latches

• Camouflages scratches in linoleum

• Camouflages scratches in ceramic tile

• Keeps clay from sticking to hoes

• Keeps clay from sticking to rakes

• Prevents rust form forming on blender blades during storage

• Spray on trash can lids to keep messes from sticking

• Protects outside of cast iron brake drums on riding lawnmower

• Removes grime from grout on bathroom floor

• Cleans dust from artificial flowers

• Removes starch residue from sole plate on iron

• Cleans vacuum cleaner dials

• Removes fingerprints from bay windows

• Cleans sole plate on iron

• Helps remove flood water marks from cedar paneling

• Shines mother-of-pearl accessories

• Cleans oil burner parts

• Removes marking pen from glass objects

• Cleans outdoor electrical relay contacts

• Lubricates moving parts of vacuum motor

• Shines outdoor sculptures

• Helps remove caked-on dirt and grime from furniture rails

• Removes calcium deposits from dehumidifier

• Removes nail polish from hardwood floors

• Helps remove built up mineral deposits from freezer grid

• Removes caked-on food from bottom of cookie sheets

• Lubricates rotating spice racks

• Lubricates handle on ice cream makers

• Lubricates speed control cable on power mower

• Loosens crank arm on windows

• Lubricates hose winder

• Lubricates gears on Rotisserie barbecue

• Lubricates spin wheel on vertical blinds

• Lubricates wind-driven attic turbo vents

• Keeps zippers on outdoor umbrella covers from sticking

• Stops squeaks on swinging address signs

• Drives moisture away from pushbuttons that can become oxidized

• Loosens grime on toilet tank float shaft

• Lubricates plate holder hinges

• Lubricates air nozzle of balloon pump

• Lubricates spinning wheels

• Lubricates adjuster button on canes

• Lubricates baby buggy wheels

• Lubricates blade-agitator assemblies in food blenders

• Lubricates lawnmower throttle cables

• Lubricates rusted casters on rolling planters

• Lubricates sunshade joints

• Stops squeaks on noisy bathroom curtain hooks

• Helps keep swinging plant hooks from squeaking

• Stops squeaks on noisy temperature control knobs

• Spray sewing thread to prevent breakage

• Spray on trees to prevent beavers from chewing on them

• Eases removal of brass fittings in toilet tank

• Spray in cracks between sidewalk and cinderblock wall to prevent

weeds from growing in them

• Coat wire tomato plant cages to keep insects away

• Spray around flower beds gently to keep cats out

• Spray bottoms of storage containers to prevent sticking to shelves

• Gets hair color dye stains out of towels

• Removes rubber cement

• Use a full can for a nifty paperweight

• Spray old leather shoes and the leather will become soft and pliable

• Protects fertilizer distributors

• Removes crayon from sofas

• Removes melted plastic from toaster oven

• Pre-lubricates threads on wood screws

• Spray on videotapes to remove the label so you can re-label it

• Removes stickers from crystal

• Renews dried-up ink on adding machine ink rollers

• Spray on disposable razor blades to make them function longer

• Cleans marble windowsills

• Spray bottoms of chain-link fences that surround gardens to keep

rabbits and rodents out

• Removes cement from metal

• Spray on stepping stone molds before pouring to ease

removal from mold

• Helps remove stubborn pieces of stuck floor padding under carpet

• Removes melted jelly beans from carpet

• Removes stubborn temporary tattoos

• Removes glue from paneling

• Cleans mastic off floor tiles

• Use full cans for bookends

• Removes streaks and marks from new slate while polishing

• Lubricates piano leg casters

• Removes gum from bed sheets

• Helps separate dual layer projection TV screen so that outer screen can

be replaced without damaging the inner screen

• Helps hide scratches on glass dishes

• Helps remove ketchup stains from carpet

• Helps remove candle soot from glass containers

• Keeps garden ornaments in fountains and ponds rust-free

• Protects pool furniture for winter storage

• Preventative maintenance on Christmas decorations before storage

• Protects storm window gaskets

• Keeps Christmas tree stand from rusting

• Drives moisture from bird bath heaters

• Helps shovel wet sticky snow

• Lubricates mechanical Christmas reindeer

• Lubricates movable parts on Christmas presents

• Lubricates barbecue wheel casters

• Keeps snow from sticking to patio door

• Lubricates limbs of artificial Christmas trees

• Cleans stains from Christmas tree holders

• Cleans sand from patio door runners

• Helps remove stuck decorations at Christmas time

• Lubricates auger blades and discharge chute of snow blower

• Lubricates screws in Christmas tree holder

• Keeps snow from sticking to satellite dishes

• Cleans rust off Santa's sleigh runners

• Removes artificial snow from windows after holiday

season

CAR/TRUCK

• Lubricates manifold heat control valve

• Helps clean sidewalls on tires

• Removes tar from chassis

• Removes decals from windows and bumper

• Removes insects from front grill

• Cleans motorcycle chains

• Removes grease from clothing

• Removes adhesive tape without damaging factory paint

• Helps hone cylinder walls

• Protects corrosion-sensitive areas of car

• Prevents corrosion of spark plug cables

• Shines motorcycle finish

• Removes sludge from outside engine block

• Removes asphalt from trucks

• Cleans grime from engines

• Cleans and protects chrome on cars

• Helps remove brake dust from wheels

• Restores shine on classic cars

• Keeps hitch locks rust-free

• Cleans road oil from rocker panels

• Cleans and protects aluminum rims

• Shines car tires

• Cleans marks from rubber surfaces

• Cleans rusty bolts

• Keeps brake levers clean on motorcycles

• Removes greasy fingerprints from car interior

• Lubricates key holes

• Removes silly putty stuck on car seats

• Lubricates trunk latch

• Spray on snow chains to keep from rusting

• Removes roof mastics from tools

• Removes tree sap

• Keeps car battery terminals clean

• Cleans lock nuts around gate valves

• Unsticks car door during cold weather

• Lubricates car antenna

• Helps remove stubborn rust from tow ball

• Cleans and protects power antennas

• Cleans white wall tires

• Cleans buildup from wood trim

• Removes asphalt from tools

• Lubricates tire air knobs

• Removes glue from leather

• Lubricates valves on fire trucks

• Cleans pigeon droppings from cars

• Lubricates rusted fasteners

• Protects most vinyl surfaces

• Lubricates license plate bolts and screws

• Tones down shine of polyurethane

• Lubricates oil filter gasket

• Keeps tire jack working smoothly

• Cleans reusable air filter elements

• Maintains dashboard

• Removes melted crayon from upholstery

• Cleans and protects rubber boots of drive axles on front-wheel drive

vehicles

• Keeps rubber door weather gaskets soft and pliable

• Cleans PVC valves

• Keeps windshield wipers rust-free

• Coat truck bed before installing bed liner to make removal easier

• Removes rust from side view mirror

• Cleans grease from rubber hoses

• Shines and protects bed liner

• Cleans gunk from travel trailer siding

• Lubricates sunroof crank

• Cleans and protects rear view mirror balls and sockets

• Lubricates child safety seat buckles

• Lubricates socket wrench

• Cleans battery chargers

• Lubricates door latch to gas cap

• Displaces moisture from spark plug wires

• Cleans and protects engine compartment

• Keeps glove box lock working smoothly

• Helps clean messes from crevices and holes in clunker van

• Cleans rust from car hood latch

• Removes tar and grease from upholstery

• Keeps trailer hitch receiver and insert looking new

• Keeps RV slides rust free

• Keeps rubber particles from sticking to drag race car quarterpanels

• Buff out scuff marks on bumpers

• Lubricates emergency brake cable

• Quiets squeaky leaf springs

• Helps remove skid marks from cement

• Lubricates go-cart gears

• Gets gunk off steering wheel

• Removes road debris from license plate

• Removes cell phone antenna glue from glass

• Eases assembly of vinyl fencing

• Cleans gummy buildup from steering wheels

• Helps remove protective coverings from new cars

• Removes melted gum from dashboards

• Helps remove vinyl bed-liners

• Removes scuff marks from cars caused by shopping carts

• Displaces moisture from car wiring

• Spray on suspension gaskets to resist deterioration

• Cleans salt-impregnated ice from the soles of my Doctor Marten's boots

• Spray on a rag and wipe steering wheel and gearshift knobs to keep

them grease-free and grip-able

• Lubricates rubber bushing

• Cleans gunk from electrical contacts

• Removes carbon residue from spark plugs

• Cleans bugs from rooftop cellular antenna

• Removes gum from floor mats

• Removes grime from cellular antenna to improve reception

• Cleans pin striping tape from car

• Cleans ignition wires

• Frees rusted glove compartment door

• Removes gum from floor boards

• Lubricates linkages on emergency brake release

• Cleans gum from door sills

• Removes crayon from dashboard

• Cleans sand from door joints

• Cleans spare tire mount under pickup bed

• Removes gum stuck in door locks

• Use on swamp cooler to prevent burnout or seizing

• Spray tachometer cables to ensure accurate readings

• Lubricates knobs on air conditioners

• Cleans gunk off snow chains

• Removes melted rubber from exhaust pipes

• Lubricates well crank handle

• Removes crayon from vinyl surfaces

• Removes debris stuck on floor mats

• Prevents oxidation on battery connections

• Removes pine tar from truck bed covers

• Maintains interior

• Spray on a rag and wipe window handles to keep them grease-free and

grip-able

• Removes leftover adhesive residue from tape that holds camper shells

to vehicles

• Removes road film from brake cables

• Protects cast iron brake rotors when storing vehicle

• Prevents rust on outside of door panels

• Drives moisture out of trunk locks

• Fogs interior of vintage motorcycle mufflers during winter storage

• Keeps car locks from freezing during winter

• Helps protect rubber trunk molding

• Prevents spray nozzles for windshield washers from freezing

• Drives moisture from DC auto batteries

• Drives moisture from electrical wiring in cars

• Protects electrical connections in car/truck engines

• Drives moisture from front struts

• Drives moisture from convertible top hinges

• Lubricates seat belt buckles

• Lubricates ashtray for easy sliding

• Lubricates 4-wheel-drive hubs to ease locking procedure

• Prevents noise on car window tracks

• Frees up sticking carburetor linkage

• Loosens slack adjuster locks

• Prevents antenna from freezing during winter

• Removes dog slobber from dash and seats in vehicle

Best $2 you can spend.....;) A whole lot more uses at www.wd40.com

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WOW that is quite a list!!! Didnt read ALL of it so this may be in there but.......some folks swear by using on their fishing lures as a fish attractant ???? i guess its made out of some kind of fish oil ??? i never tried it and never will...

I like them coiled looking energy saving light bulbs, they last a long time!

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Gee wiz, how could I forget this one:

Magic Eraser. This sponge is the best thing ever for cleaning. I can scrub with a cloth and some cleanser all day long on something ( marks on the wall, stain on the countertop, burnt on grease on the stove) and it won't budge.

Use that Magic Eraser and it is a breeze. NO JOKE!!!!

Also....Clorox Clean-up. Love the smell and it sanitizes .

Those Mr. Clean Magic Erasers are the nuts!!!! They will clean just about anything. They are the only thing I have found that will clean my plastic deck furniture.

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