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Old 12-02-2010, 11:10 AM
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What about the newer spineless wipers. I wonder if those would work better.
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Old 12-02-2010, 11:23 AM
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I've had the same set of Bosch Icons on for almost 3 years now and they still work just as good as day one.
Old 12-02-2010, 12:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Kidcane
What about the newer spineless wipers. I wonder if those would work better.
+1. my audi came with those and were the best wipers i've ever used. 4 yrs and didn't have to replace them once. works flawlessly.
Old 12-02-2010, 10:25 PM
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i'm satisfied with the rain-x latitude blades... been using them for awhile now.
Old 12-03-2010, 04:01 PM
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Hey Guys: try cleaning the wiper blades with denatured alcohol. It can sometimes work a little magic. If the blades have truly deteriorated, the alcohol won't fix that, BUT if they are only oxidized / dirty, wipe it down with a rag a few times and you will see a difference. Also, I find that using car washes with wax affects the performance of the wiper blades on the windshields. More than I can remember, but heck, I'm Old now LOL.....
Old 08-17-2013, 10:28 PM
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Hey guys, how in the heck do I know which size J-hook I have. I have a 2010 G37 Coupe and have just bought some Rain-X Latitude Wipers from Walmart just like the original poster. It talks about small j-hooks (9x3) and large j-hooks (9x4). I can use either adapter and the blades will lock so I don't know whether use the small j-hook adapter or the universal j-hook adapter.

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Old 08-18-2013, 03:56 PM
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I've always been a faithful fan of Trico exact fit blades. They're expensive, but I had them on my Mercedes for nearly two years, and they still worked like day 1 when I traded it. Now there's a set on my G
Old 08-18-2013, 04:06 PM
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I use Anco. Change them every Spring.
Old 08-20-2013, 08:03 AM
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BTW, only OEM wipers are designed for G's windshield curviness. And driver's wiper has the different shape than passenger's.
Old 08-20-2013, 01:35 PM
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I recently replaced my OE wipers with Bosch Icons and there great, i have no complaints! The Icons has a OE look to them and is kinda curve so it hugs onto the glass better. If your anticipating some heavy rain, just get some Rain-X spray and and you should be fine. Before a big rainstorm i usually use the spray and at 35mph+ the rain just glides right off the glass w/o even having the use the wiper blades...lol
Old 08-20-2013, 01:46 PM
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Some years ago I started using Valeo blades purchased through TireRack. They seem to last forever, and work very well. TireRack was always selling both sides in a 2-for-1 promotion, but that doesn't appear to be the case anymore. I just went through the checkout, and Yikes! $50 shipped is super pricey!

Well, that sucks.
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Old 08-21-2013, 04:17 AM
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Whats your opinion on these cheap suckers - Valvoline Wiper Blades 60% off (various sizes & styles) From $2.40 + Free Store Pick-up - Sears Deals, Coupons and Promos

cant beat $2.40 a wiper + free pickup
Old 08-21-2013, 05:41 AM
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Out of all the brand blades Bosch as been the best all around for me. Lasting the longest and keeping windshield clearest with no noise.
Old 09-07-2013, 01:01 PM
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Bosch wiper blade

Tried others....Bosch Icons are best thus far. Smooth operation, compact and clean looking. Time will reveal if they perform over time.
Old 09-09-2014, 09:06 PM
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I have had rain x latitude wipers on my g37 for 2 years and they are still working just fine.
I bought a pair of Bosch ikons a year ago and they are still sitting in my garage, unused, as the rain x wipers are still good. I live in Florida. I have Bosch ikons on my mustang in my Colorado summer home and they work well, but I don't use the car in the winter. It's a convertible. One consideration is price, as the Bosch wipers are more expensive. I got the rain x wipers in Target, and the Bosch on line. I do hear that Walmart now carries Bosch ikons.
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