HappyHooligan
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Always a tough call, but which brands/models of wiper blades do you all like? I realize it's different for just rain or snow but what's everyone swear by?
Best Wiper Blades?
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sogoood
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Stock inserts with proper windshield treatment. not rain x. either ceramic coating or aquapel.
It rains a lot in the northwest and this works for me. Stock blades contour to the windshield better than any aftermarket blade I've used but then again i don't use my blades often because my windshield has been treated.
It rains a lot in the northwest and this works for me. Stock blades contour to the windshield better than any aftermarket blade I've used but then again i don't use my blades often because my windshield has been treated.
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LittleCaesar
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Rain X Latitude, usually getting three years.
I loved Bosch but the problem I began having with the Icons is that they were too curved and placing too much pressure of the blade on the windshield, thus dragging themselves across it when damp. In rain though, quite good.
I loved Bosch but the problem I began having with the Icons is that they were too curved and placing too much pressure of the blade on the windshield, thus dragging themselves across it when damp. In rain though, quite good.
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silver4est
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What size blades are you guys running driver and passanger sides? The stock size is so dainty
phattyduck
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Personal experience is that the OEM inserts wipe the best when new, but the Bosch Icons come close and last much longer (I usually keep them ~3 years).
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HappyHooligan
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I went ahead and ordered a set of the icons. Should get them friday. thanks everyone
thegipper
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I put a set of Icons on my wifes Highlander and they didn't even last a year. I had high hopes based on the reviews but they unfortunately didn't last.
Honestly, I'm still trying to find a set that's worth a damn...
Road Bull
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Bosch Icons. Easy enough to find and installs in seconds. I've tried the RainX version, bud didn't care for the mounting contact situation. Mostly just an unfinished aesthetic thing for me.
I have had decent luck with their longevity, but it rains a lot here and I am not going to go driving down the road trying to be economical about making my blades last another year. I change them when it looks like they are wearing out. It rains far too often for me to want to wing it with all the crap drivers here. Hahaha.
I have had decent luck with their longevity, but it rains a lot here and I am not going to go driving down the road trying to be economical about making my blades last another year. I change them when it looks like they are wearing out. It rains far too often for me to want to wing it with all the crap drivers here. Hahaha.
Beaumont67
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Bosch Icons here - first put on Volvo v70, cheaper & better than OEM...got sold on them.
- I use to change them, every 2 years / excellent in winter conditions
Going on a budget DD'er, I will buy Michelin wiper blades @ Costco / similar quality & cheaper, to BOSCH.
Now I coat new wipers first / 24 hours conditioned, in a capped off 1.5" diameter PVC pipe (never used heat).
- the following 303 Aerospace rubber conditioner, is amazing / and windshield even beads off water
303 Products 303 Aerospace Protectant 1 Gallon
https://www.amazon.com/303-Products-Aerospace-Protectant-Gallon/dp/B008H67X1I
Product description
100% prevention of UV caused slow-fade, Powerful UV sun-screening surface treatment, Protects vinyl, clear vinyl, rubber, fiberglass, plastics, finished leather, Helps to minimize mildew problems by keeping surfaces clean and dry, Engineered for aerospace and aviation applications, 303's flagship product is the world's most powerful UV sun-screening surface treatment. Retails in automotive, marine, RV, outdoors/recreation. Treated surfaces repel dirt, dust, grease and both water-based and oil-based stains. Surfaces stay cleaner longer and clean up easier.
NEVER ! Replace a Wiper Blade AGAIN !!! Amazing
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEoOWgV6Dl8&t=12s
- I use to change them, every 2 years / excellent in winter conditions
Going on a budget DD'er, I will buy Michelin wiper blades @ Costco / similar quality & cheaper, to BOSCH.
Now I coat new wipers first / 24 hours conditioned, in a capped off 1.5" diameter PVC pipe (never used heat).
- the following 303 Aerospace rubber conditioner, is amazing / and windshield even beads off water
303 Products 303 Aerospace Protectant 1 Gallon
https://www.amazon.com/303-Products-Aerospace-Protectant-Gallon/dp/B008H67X1I
Product description
100% prevention of UV caused slow-fade, Powerful UV sun-screening surface treatment, Protects vinyl, clear vinyl, rubber, fiberglass, plastics, finished leather, Helps to minimize mildew problems by keeping surfaces clean and dry, Engineered for aerospace and aviation applications, 303's flagship product is the world's most powerful UV sun-screening surface treatment. Retails in automotive, marine, RV, outdoors/recreation. Treated surfaces repel dirt, dust, grease and both water-based and oil-based stains. Surfaces stay cleaner longer and clean up easier.
NEVER ! Replace a Wiper Blade AGAIN !!! Amazing
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEoOWgV6Dl8&t=12s
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infamousRNR
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I second this.... these blades are nothing short of amazing, smooth, resilient & match the stock wiper blades. this is all I get now............
Scramble
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I run Rain X latitudes @ the 18" size on both sides. There's room.
With the RainX the windshield must be clean & coated with RainX. They last much longer that way.
