beanman67 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Hi all, anyone know where I can order windshield wiper replacement insert blades for the factory original wiper with the wind deflector? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I went to Autozone and got whatever they had (yellow packaging). They absolutely suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatadrum Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 lol if they suck why are you telling him that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhsa Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 if you can, pick one up from a stealership. they cost ~5 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
480Nthe541 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I replaced my factory wipers with the bosch icons and saw a night and day difference in wiping performance..especially in super foul weather.. The factory ones are nice but I dont think work nearly as good as the icons.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox06LegacyGT Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Search around for PIAA Silicone blades...very excellent blades. A bit pricey (around $30 if i remember correctly), but they last forever and they actually help the water bead off the windshield. I had them on my truck for upwards of 2 years, and hadnt yet replaced them. The silicone acts as a barrier on the windshield and makes the water bead off, simply by driving. Highly recommended, in fact I should look for a set...I can't stand the stock wipers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox06LegacyGT Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Special at Tire Rack, $39 for both wipers PIAA Super Silicone Wiper Blades http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/AccResults.jsp?category=a_WiperBlades&autoMake=Subaru&autoModel=Legacy+Sedan+2.5+GT&autoModClar=Limited&autoYear=2006&searchType=accessories&x=118&y=4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansGT Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Special at Tire Rack, $39 for both wipers PIAA Super Silicone Wiper Blades http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/AccResults.jsp?category=a_WiperBlades&autoMake=Subaru&autoModel=Legacy+Sedan+2.5+GT&autoModClar=Limited&autoYear=2006&searchType=accessories&x=118&y=4 +1 have them...awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LawGT Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I get mine chaged under warranty for new stockers when they start sucking... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewster Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 thanks for the wiper replacement reminder, looks like tirerack still has a sale going on the valeo wipers, ordered a set for me & a set for my mom's honda. Can't beat 19.99 for a pair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansGT Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I get mine chaged under warranty for new stockers when they start sucking... which shouldn't take too long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox06LegacyGT Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 which shouldn't take too long. +1....wipers are seriously the cheapest *safety* feature you can buy...why not replace with something better nothing beats being able to see perfectly regardless of weather in my book Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kopy_kat Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 ^ +1!!! yes, the stockers suck, but they are free.. i had the dealer changed wipers all around 3x last year.. they didn't give me any grief.. the service guy just sprayed the water and turned on the wipers.. saw it left some streaks, said not a problem and changed them. maybe when the warranty goes out i'll get better ones.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatbastard Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Got the Valeo Ultimates from TireRack and love them. No more streaking and even though the snow/ice has been minimal this year I haven't had any freezing problems. And I think they are still on a BOGO deal at TR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beanboy Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Need to run by the dealer and get some replacements. Rear wiper has separated, fronts are on their way. -B http://www.standardshift.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWDxBOOST Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 piaa's are awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 lol if they suck why are you telling him that? I'm telling him what not to get. So don't get those crappy Autozone ones especially since they come in pairs and our wipers are 24" and 18". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 I will second the recomendation for Bosch Icons, they are outstanding. They don't freeze as they are made of rubber with a spring steel insert, and have no metal suspension. Very even uniform wipe, no streaks whatsoever. They have a built in air foil all along the blade top so they work better at higher speeds than the stockers. Inclement weather and cold weather performance is great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 I was booting down the Tri-State today and behind me is a guy in crapped out, loaded down panel van. We have had some special winter weather in these parts lately and the clown's windshield had one clear streak about 3-4" wide and 16" long in front of his eyes while doing 75-80. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSFW Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 I just bought some from Shucks for under 10 bucks each. Still get too much streaking, but I don't know if the problems is the blades or some crap the previous owner put on the windshield, like long-worn-out Rain-X maybe. Will try cleaning the windshield before I make up my mind about the blades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 If you have a wagon, just stop by the dealer to get one of the crappy rear wiper inserts that starts to separate after a year. It's an odd ball size that no one carries. I manage to get a PIAA standard insert in that size, but it had to be modified to fit because it had locking tabs which won't work with the wiper frame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fweasel Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 Just put a set of Bosch Icons on the wife's car. They work good. I also ordered a set of the silicone PIAA's for my car. They should be here tomorrow. ignore him, he'll go away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Need4Speed Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 Keep getting the free ones form the dealership as long as you can and use Rain-X. When you can't get the freebies anymore upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psucaptainkickass Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 +2 for the Valeos...sure they are pricey..but whatever, I run synthetic...sure it costs more, but whatever...I think I am a sucker for marketing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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