Wiper blade recommendations?
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galactic_04
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I've never had luck with a convex window and the single-piece blades lasting long. They always streak after a while and it's right in front of your face! I use the OReily brand (Anco made) $5 old-style wipers and they've lasted about a year and work great so far!
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blaniac22
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They're a snap to replace.....literally.
I use plain old Anco wiper blades from Wal-Mart for $4.57. I've never bought a bad set and they seem to hold up well.
I've tried a lot of different blades in my life, and always go back to those.
Before anyone else says it, I have heard the Goodyear blades at Costco are good and relatively inexpensive at $8.00 each
I use plain old Anco wiper blades from Wal-Mart for $4.57. I've never bought a bad set and they seem to hold up well.
I've tried a lot of different blades in my life, and always go back to those.
Before anyone else says it, I have heard the Goodyear blades at Costco are good and relatively inexpensive at $8.00 each
Nuke
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+1 on the Anco from Walmart and I'd be surprised if it takes me more that 2 minutes to change both front blades on ANY of my 3 vehicles. It takes longer to get them out of the package than it does to install them.
I've yet to replace the rear blade on my '08. On my 2nd and 3rd gens, I used to replace it with a refill from a larger blade, cut/modified to fit.
I've yet to replace the rear blade on my '08. On my 2nd and 3rd gens, I used to replace it with a refill from a larger blade, cut/modified to fit.
FROM: Consumer Reports
Even good windshield wipers fade fast
Last reviewed: July 2010
VIDEO:
Windshield Wipers
You don't have to spend a lot of money to get good performance windshield wipers, but you might need to replace them every six months or so. In a group of wiper models we tested, three of the top four were among the least expensive. That includes the top-rated Valeo 600 Series, the Anco 31 Series, and the Michelin RainForce.
We also found that all of the windshield wipers provided very good or excellent performance when new, but most quickly degrade after six to nine months of regular use. The RainX Latitude was the only wiper that began with very good performance and maintained that level through six months. All others dropped in performance after six months.
Depending on the model, that deterioration showed up on the windshield as streaking (leaving lines of water behind), smearing of the water (instead of clearing it), or missed areas of wiping.
We tested the windshield wipers on 185 staffers’ cars. About half came to us with wipers that needed replacing, showing that drivers often don’t notice the slow degradation and leave wipers on longer than they should.
The tested windshield wipers included six beam-blade models, a relatively new design. Unlike conventional wipers, beam blades have no external frames. As a result, they are promoted as providing more uniform pressure on today’s curved windshields and therefore better wiping performance. Beam blades usually cost more than conventional wipers, but overall we didn’t see a notable advantage in regular use.
We also evaluated the wipers on ease of installation and removal. All of the cars in our test had a common hook-type mount, in which the old wiper is simply pulled off of the metal wiper arm and the new one is snapped into place. In our test, the Trico Exact Fit and Trico Teflon Blade proved somewhat difficult to remove, sometimes requiring tools.
Bottom line
All recommended models deliver good performance. But we advise you replace your wipers every six to twelve months. Check the owner’s manual for the correct size and installation method.
Even good windshield wipers fade fast
Last reviewed: July 2010
VIDEO:
Windshield Wipers
You don't have to spend a lot of money to get good performance windshield wipers, but you might need to replace them every six months or so. In a group of wiper models we tested, three of the top four were among the least expensive. That includes the top-rated Valeo 600 Series, the Anco 31 Series, and the Michelin RainForce.
We also found that all of the windshield wipers provided very good or excellent performance when new, but most quickly degrade after six to nine months of regular use. The RainX Latitude was the only wiper that began with very good performance and maintained that level through six months. All others dropped in performance after six months.
Depending on the model, that deterioration showed up on the windshield as streaking (leaving lines of water behind), smearing of the water (instead of clearing it), or missed areas of wiping.
We tested the windshield wipers on 185 staffers’ cars. About half came to us with wipers that needed replacing, showing that drivers often don’t notice the slow degradation and leave wipers on longer than they should.
The tested windshield wipers included six beam-blade models, a relatively new design. Unlike conventional wipers, beam blades have no external frames. As a result, they are promoted as providing more uniform pressure on today’s curved windshields and therefore better wiping performance. Beam blades usually cost more than conventional wipers, but overall we didn’t see a notable advantage in regular use.
We also evaluated the wipers on ease of installation and removal. All of the cars in our test had a common hook-type mount, in which the old wiper is simply pulled off of the metal wiper arm and the new one is snapped into place. In our test, the Trico Exact Fit and Trico Teflon Blade proved somewhat difficult to remove, sometimes requiring tools.
Bottom line
All recommended models deliver good performance. But we advise you replace your wipers every six to twelve months. Check the owner’s manual for the correct size and installation method.
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noneckrex
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I have rainex blades. AWESOME! they are quiet and effective in all conditions. Great during the snow too.
Atlanta_man
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Those new (fat) Michelin wiper blades are excellent. Walmart.
:iagree:
OEM all the way!!
MBaker, Koz, Falls, BuckyBadger & I from (T4R.ORG) all tried the Bosch Icons and they don't wipe the whole windshield.
It misses the top 1-2 inches of the windshield.
I returned it right away.
And yes...I got the correct size.
Driver - 22"
Passenger - 20"
Discussion
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/33085-neoform-wiper-blades-perfect.html
MICA4R
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Costco Goodyears
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Goodyear Assurance wiper blades $7.99 at Costco -
goodyear wiper blades, good ones, 7.99 Costco B&M - AnandTech Forums
Goodyear Wiper Blades BOGO at Costco - Bob Is The Oil Guy
Costco Goodyears
Costco Goodyears
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Costco Goodyears
Goodyear Assurance wiper blades $7.99 at Costco -
goodyear wiper blades, good ones, 7.99 Costco B&M - AnandTech Forums
Goodyear Wiper Blades BOGO at Costco - Bob Is The Oil Guy
blaniac22
Member
I didn't realize OReilly wipers were made by Anco - good to know in the event I need to get some in a hurry or Walmart is out of stock.
Thanks!
Glad to know others feel the same way I do about them.:driving:
