Bazz2

Hi Guys

I have a problem with my windshield wipers not clearing water off my windshield when doing speeds of 80mph or more.

I have fitted new Bosch wipers but no go

Does anyone else have this problem?

One HoT

iTrader: (5)

What do you mean by "no go"

O. L. T.

iTrader: (17)

Still doesn't work for him. Same problem.

I personally do not have that problem, but i can tell you that your problems will be solved with the addition of a product called "rain X" . after applying this, you will be lucky to even need the wipers at all.

simply do a google search on Rain X and you'll get the info you need.

CleanSC

Agreed. I've used Rain-X on every car I've ever owned and it's good stuff.

It's an alcohol based glass protectant that literally repels water. Droplets land on the glass and just roll off like a duck's back. I have it on all my glass on the car. I never use my wipers, it's not needed. Unless of course of torrential rain in which case gravity isn't fast enough to remove the water so I help it with the wipers.

Anyway it's available almost anywhere. Wal-Mart, K-Mart and just about any corner auto parts store. I'd recommend it to everyone here.

VSsc400

iTrader: (1)

if the windshield has been heavily soiled with (tar, bugs, tree sap and grime) there is something called "window peeler"

also check the automotive detailing section and do a search. There has been threads discussing details on how to clean your windshield.

adidosc

i'm with the rain-x crowd

if i'm doing 80 or more, no wipers necessary. the water is too scared to even land on the glass.

Bazz2

Cheers Guy's

Off to buy some Rain-X and sorry about the UK phrase (no go), you got it one O.L.T!!

CleanSC

Bazz:

If you're having problems trying to source Rain-X in the UK, shoot me a pm and I'll ship you a lifetime supply no worries.

I ship internationally quite often so just let me know if you need a hand with this one.

got_trd

i have rain-x wipers too

THE_CEO

Use X!

CEO

MGS4

Use Toyota OEM refills or PIAA wipers.

sweetsc400

Rain-X does work pretty well. But I have new Bosch wipers on my car and they work fine at all speeds. Although I'm trying PIAA next time. . . Bosch wipers aren't worth the money. . . IMO

steviej

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I thought I was getting the same blades that came on my Lexus when I went to a Toyota dealership parts counter. Beware, they may not the same. The Toyota parts counter had black rubber standard refill blades that squeaked with every movement of the wiper arm.

I went to the Lexus counter and the blades where a different color and feel. Graphite or teflon coated I believe. They were also skinnier than the Toyota blades.

I have tried Rain-X applied to the window in the past and it helps the water sheet and bead off incredibily. However, I also noted that Bosch blades being used simultaneaously wore out in 3 months rather than the standard 6 months.

I have used the PIAA blades and they are pricey but work very well. The silicone applicant helps but I found this to be an attractant for dirt and made bugs stick on harder. If that makes sense.

All in all, I find that the OEM blades purchased at the Lexus parts counter and not the Toyota parts counter to be superior to any of my previous blades or chemical treatments (Rain-X or PIAA silicone). They are not that pricey either. $8 and $11 for 20 and 24 inch refills respectively.

steviej