After Dan Anderson’s See Through the Dust: How to Keep Your Combine Windows Clean article was posted to social media, a wave of farmers shared their cab window cleaning ideas.
Here are a few of the most mentioned methods:
1. California Car Duster
Terry Christensen says the soft-bristled brush is a “great” option when you need something that’s quick and easy in the busy season. He says you can find these brushes at most auto part stores.
According to Nathan Reed, the brush can be used on the hard-to-reach back window, facing the hopper.
“On my Case combines, the window tilts toward the inside,” Reed says . “When I have to stop on the end to dump, I pop it open and run the duster over it.”
2. Rain-X
Used to repel rain, sleet and snow, Jerry McCulley says he’s had luck in busy seasons when he adds Rain-X to the preseason wash lineup.
3. Anything Laying Around
From Brett Schultz using his wife’s best dress (ha ha!), to Leonard Reuby suggesting old white t-shirts, a low-cost option might be your best and only bet when machinery gets moving during planting or harvest.
4. Drag a Chain from the Rear Axle
Both Dan Anderson and Clayton Feldott agree, a chain on the rear axle will help dust not to stick the windows.
“I have dragged a chain [behind my equipment] for 20 years,” says Heath Petersen. “Not saying it’s everyone’s answer, but I only clean my windows if it rains.”
More on machinery:
See Through the Dust: How to Keep Your Combine Windows Clean
After You Finish Swearing, Here’s How to Fix Bent Unloading Augers
Harvest Equipment: Automatic Doesn’t Mean Foolproof
