Best Wiper Blades

Michelin Stealth from Costco. Cheap like borscht and they work awesome.

Also agreed with the RainX. I used that on my windshield and it worked phenomenally. However the fumes off that are guaranteed to drop your IQ 10 points permanently.

 

^ Agreed. Drive to 65mph and use the wind as your wiper

 

Rain X products seem kind of expensive. Not a lot of bang for the buck.

 

I have tried Anco and Bosch Icon. I prefer the Bosh Icon's they have worked very well for me.

 

I have had good luck with Rain X blades

 

For me, Factory blades have always been the best and PIAA Silicone are a VERY close second.

 

This! I only need the wipers when moving slow enough that the wind doesn't push the water off the windshield.

 

I use Aquapel. Wipers are only needed below 30 mph. When I do replace them they will be OEM. I've used Bosch and Rain X in the past but nothing last forever.

 

I didn't vote in the poll 'cause I've only used Toyota blades & they don't seem to last very long in the New Mexico sun. I need to try the Bosch Icons.

 

i have these... but it seems like winter has destroyed them. they were the most expensive blades at autozone, i kind of figured id get a while out of them being rated for winter and all (according to the package). but it seems like since we have had snow and freezing cold, they get "gaps" in them where they like wipe on the outside, but not the inside hmm.. idk if i will go with them again. theyre prob 6 months old..

 

Alright, I've just plane Jane wiper blades, they suck. All around.

I've used rain x latitudes, which are very good, 0 streaking, work very well. But only for a limited time. +-6months. My passenger side one started to streak after like 3 months, driver is still good.

I've used Bosch Icons which were awesome. The best I have ever had. Lasted over a year before a mudding trip and a bunch of mud on the windshield tore em up.

I HIGHLY suggest the rain x windshield wiper fluid. The stuff you buy in the gallon and replace your wiper fluid with it. With that stuff windshield wipers are honestly hardly even necessary.

 

Does it make me a fanboy that I just want to say I have icons for wipers

 

My Anco cheap blades lasted a lot longer than my rain-x weatherbeaters. Now I'm running bosch something or others. Just throwing it out there. Was not impressed with the weatherbeaters.

 

Personally I want to try this stuff (on everything):

EDIT: Nevermind, after watching the instructional video, it doesn't look like it's at all clear. So maybe everything but the windows

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPM8OR6W6WE

 

I get the cheapest minus the store brand made for winter, I have the OEM frames and buy refills in the non winter season

 

I usually get the ones at costco (I think theyre goodyears) when they are on sale buy one get one free. I get a set for mine and the wifes car. Usually change them out in spring and fall. They seem to work well and I agree with the person that mentioned wiping them down once in a while with the rubbing alcohol. It cleans the buildup off the wiper and keeps from squeaking/shuddering. I don't do once a week but try to get to them once a month. Especially in summer when they are more prone to drying out.

 

I bought my Tacoma two years ago next month. I am still using the original factory wiper blades and they are still in pretty good shape. I bought a new set from the dealership a couple of months ago while I was there for an oil change but I haven't needed to install them yet.
Same for my wife's Honda. The factory blades always seem to last the longest.

 

Up here in the great white north ,I use a winter blade from Canadain tire .
I always clear my windows when it snows with a snow brush instead of using the wipers .
If the window is covered with mud or dust ,I throw water at the window rather than using the wipers , Then clean the window with glass cleaner and paper towel ..
Cleaning your wipers and only using them for when it rains saves a lotta cash .
Keep your windows clean and you wont have to use the wipers much .
Dont rely on your wipers to clean the windows when the window gets dusty ...Its like dragging sand paper over your windshield . Splash the window with a blast of water , lift the wipers up and use an alcohol cloth to clean the wiper blade .
Same goes for the driver and passenger side wiper . Use a bread knife with some alcohol to remove the dust and debris before moving your windows up and down .
Keeping the wipers clean makes all the difference .
Try to avoid parking under trees for shade . Use a window cover to keep the glass cool .

 

Ok I just had to laugh a bit this a.m. being some are talking about too expensive and or buying cheap ones!! This site we have modded to death our tacos and spend $100's of $1000's on our trucks but $ for wiper blades are too expensive lol. No offensive to anyone I love this poll and the reponses!! Thank you all. Rain X is in the lead!!

 

I had the Rain X Latitudes, and they kept falling off the arm. The mount that clips into the arm would unclip from the wiper when temps dropped below freezing. I replaced them with Bosch Icons a couple weeks ago, and so far they seem to be designed better: slimmer, sleeker, and sturdier.