Windshield Wipers

[Spike]

I installed PIAA silicone wiper blades over 2 years ago.
And they are JUST barely starting to streak.

They came with a premoistened pad of glass treatment that is very similar to RainX ...

I have not used RainX on my windshield in the 3+ years I've had the truck, and I still get some beading.

I will be ordering a new pair soon.

BTW, how DO you pop off the wiper arms? I have never tried to do that before. One of mine has a bit of rust and I want to take care of it...

Thanks!

[mbeach]

There's a cap at the base -it's plastic. You can fit a small screwdriver underneath it and pop it off.
Inside you'll see a nut, remove the nut and your wipers will lift right off. Again, make sure that you mark their position (see the splines) before you remove them. They are spring loaded, so it might be a good idea to cover your hood.

[migil]

Someone on the Vmag forum recommended a brand of silicon blades which I purchased - A little pricey but they lasted over 2 years. Unfortunately when the time for replacing came I couldn't remember the brand, so I had to settle for lesser quality brand.

Does anyone by any chance remember what brand this was?

[Tone]

They work extremly well here in 100 degree Texas as well sub zero South Dakota.
http://www.ableautoglass.com/Silblade/Silblade.htm

However, I have switched to the Bosch Icon and Valero recently due to what I consider a better design and am happy with them but have only been using them for about 6 months.

http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/valeo/ultimate.jsp

http://www.autohausaz.com/html/wiper_blades_icon.html - I don't see a VX fitment on this web page but they are sold individually so you should be able to get ones to fit. FYI, you can go an inch longer than the stock length and still not have them hit one another.

[Ruflyf]

I am happy with my valeros, but if I remember correctly the smaller size wasnt available, so had to bump up an inch or so

[Beavertractors]

I have been using Rain-X since the 70s,Now I just use their washer fluid, and I use Ice on all the windows. I am using Trico? silicone wipers a little pricey but seem smooth on the upstroke. I get the Rain-X at Walmarts for $2-3 a gallon..Tony B

[VehiGAZ]

Gasmask - I buy my OEM wiper inserts at my local dealer. They're not worth shipping from St Charles, MO.

My wife's Audi A3 came with those Valero wipers, I believe, and they've been good through the winter. I like their low profile - makes for very low wind resistance, so they still press the glass at 90+ mph. Is the blade on these made of rubber or silicone?