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Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?

 
South Central

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Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
I went to the auto parts store for windshield wiper fluid today. Two auto parts stores literally had only one left. Later, I looked online and Wal mart pick up had a 16 oz expensive kind.

I live between Austin and San Antonio on the edge of the hill country.

Since this is something that gets used up fast... will this the thing to run out and get people's attention?
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
The people at the parts store blamed the "90 cargo ships off the coast of California". They said they're having trouble getting everything... especially car parts. They had no idea why.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Use vinegar and water
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Yeah, they were literally trying to give it away the other day with a purchase of 10$ or more.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Happened to me as well a few days ago Chicago suburbs. A few gas stations I tried were out and Autozone only had about 4 left of the real expensive RainX type. Guy at Autozone said everyone’s out and they don’t know when they’re getting more.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
I have been reading these stories...It seems they are location specific...east coast...down south.....maybe it is working it's way west....

Midwest is good for the most part...for now
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
I have been reading these stories...It seems they are location specific...east coast...down south.....maybe it is working it's way west....

Midwest is good for the most part...for now
 Quoting: SEVENFOURSIXTYEIGHT


That's why I'm asking. Is this everywhere in the US?
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
I have been reading these stories...It seems they are location specific...east coast...down south.....maybe it is working it's way west....

Midwest is good for the most part...for now
 Quoting: SEVENFOURSIXTYEIGHT


I wonder why the Midwest would be OK?

Just curious... are you a trucker?
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Use vinegar and water
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Good to know... the lady there also suggested a DIY ammonia and water mixture for the future.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
No.

Yes.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
No.

Yes.
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Where are you?
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Use beer....or piss


peace
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Use beer....or piss


peace
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LOL
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Use beer....or piss


peace
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Once we totally run out of it, you should make a video.
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09/24/2021 09:30 PM
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Hhmm. Interesting, OP. My product experience is Easy Off oven cleaner. I've been attempting to purchase it all year in Hou, and the only place I can catch even an off brand can is at a Dollar Store.

It's bizarre.

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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
If you live where it gets much below freezing in the winter, you should always keep a couple of gallons on hand. In the event the power goes out and you have no alternate heat source, or an insufficient one, the drain traps and toilet bowl, which always have water in them, could freeze and be severely damaged or destroyed as the water expands. Windshield washer fluid poured into the traps and toilet bowl will lower the freezing point of the water, saving your plumbing.

Of course, a I’m just one of those horrible, worthless AC’s that should be banned, so you probably should dismiss whatever I have to say on general principle.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
It was a locust year in many states it was nasty to get off your windshield
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
If you live where it gets much below freezing in the winter, you should always keep a couple of gallons on hand. In the event the power goes out and you have no alternate heat source, or an insufficient one, the drain traps and toilet bowl, which always have water in them, could freeze and be severely damaged or destroyed as the water expands. Windshield washer fluid poured into the traps and toilet bowl will lower the freezing point of the water, saving your plumbing.

Of course, a I’m just one of those horrible, worthless AC’s that should be banned, so you probably should dismiss whatever I have to say on general principle.
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If you live where it gets much below freezing in the winter, you should always keep a couple of gallons on hand. In the event the power goes out and you have no alternate heat source, or an insufficient one, the drain traps and toilet bowl, which always have water in them, could freeze and be severely damaged or destroyed as the water expands. Windshield washer fluid poured into the traps and toilet bowl will lower the freezing point of the water, saving your plumbing.

Of course, a I’m just one of those horrible, worthless AC’s that should be banned, so you probably should dismiss whatever I have to say on general principle.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 53679540


I learn a lot of cool things from AC posts. I get sad then they get blanket banned.

You get confused with the shills but I understand/respect your need for privacy.

I used to be an AC but eventually realized I wanted to be part of the family.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
How much ya need?

[link to www.amazon.com (secure)]

Actually that reminds me, I need a couple of tanks for intercooler sprayers, my thanks OP.

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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Hhmm. Interesting, OP. My product experience is Easy Off oven cleaner. I've been attempting to purchase it all year in Hou, and the only place I can catch even an off brand can is at a Dollar Store.

It's bizarre.
 Quoting: TXP


Whoa... who knew?

I will look for that next time I'm in the store.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
How much ya need?

[link to www.amazon.com (secure)]

Actually that reminds me, I need a couple of tanks for intercooler sprayers, my thanks OP.
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Are they always this expensive on Amazon?
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
If you live where it gets much below freezing in the winter, you should always keep a couple of gallons on hand. In the event the power goes out and you have no alternate heat source, or an insufficient one, the drain traps and toilet bowl, which always have water in them, could freeze and be severely damaged or destroyed as the water expands. Windshield washer fluid poured into the traps and toilet bowl will lower the freezing point of the water, saving your plumbing.

Of course, a I’m just one of those horrible, worthless AC’s that should be banned, so you probably should dismiss whatever I have to say on general principle.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 53679540



I learn a lot of cool things from AC posts. I get sad then they get blanket banned.

You get confused with the shills but I understand/respect your need for privacy.

I used to be an AC but eventually realized I wanted to be part of the family.
 Quoting: South Central


Thank you. hf

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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Why panic over something you can make for yourself at home with things you probably already have?
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Gallons and gallons of it here in the NE
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Canning lids bra. None. Anywhere.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
Gallons and gallons of it here in the NE
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Yes, plenty here in the greater NYC area.
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
If you live where it gets much below freezing in the winter, you should always keep a couple of gallons on hand. In the event the power goes out and you have no alternate heat source, or an insufficient one, the drain traps and toilet bowl, which always have water in them, could freeze and be severely damaged or destroyed as the water expands. Windshield washer fluid poured into the traps and toilet bowl will lower the freezing point of the water, saving your plumbing.

Of course, a I’m just one of those horrible, worthless AC’s that should be banned, so you probably should dismiss whatever I have to say on general principle.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 53679540



I learn a lot of cool things from AC posts. I get sad then they get blanket banned.

You get confused with the shills but I understand/respect your need for privacy.

I used to be an AC but eventually realized I wanted to be part of the family.
 Quoting: South Central


Thank you. hf

I’ve been thrown out with the bath water more than a few times, but I have my reasons for not joining.
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That sounds interesting. Do tell why if you are able to.

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Last Edited by South Central on 09/24/2021 09:54 PM
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Re: Will windshield washer fluid be the canary in the coal mine? Check it out! Does your auto parts store have any?
The Wallyworld here has shelves of it...no shortage so far.
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Thanks to the person that pinned this!
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