Miata Mailing List: February 1994, Message #106
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   From: suskind@isdev1.melpar.esys.com (Barry A. Suskind)
Subject: Re: Windshield fogging
   Date: Mon, 7 Feb 1994 15:13:09 -0500

["Michael Simmons" ] Writes:
> 
> There have been several messages indicating problems with windshield
> fogging.  I've always followed what I though was a common procedure
> for keeping it clear -- turn on the AC with the defroster for a short
> time, with enough heat added to keep it comfortable.  The AC dries the
> air.  I don't need to do this very often since the top isn't up much
> where I live, but it's always worked when needed.  It also stays very
> warm here, so I don't know if there would be some problem with this
> in very cold weather.  My worst weather is 40s or 50s with heavy rain.
> 
> Mike Simmons
> 
> 
> 

The only time I ever have a fogging problem, it is because I forgot and
left the ventilation system in recirculate mode. You need to keep the fresh
air coming in at ALL times. The only time you should do otherwise is when you
want maximum cooling when you first start up, or you get behind a smelly 
truck or bus and don't want all those fumes in the car. Leaving the car
in recirculate mode will not only give you more fog, but will also contribute
to mildew on your cooling fins.


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