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Wiper blades... any good one out there?
The old 71 is ready to push snow again and noticed it needs wiper blades pretty bad. I have put some inserts in them but they don't last too long. Anyone have any good suggestions for a cold weather wiper that will last? Anything later model that will utilize the whole arm and blade?
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
I just replaced the wiper blades on two of my trucks. I was surprised to find out that NAPA had their own version of the Trico one's. It does not have the arm, but it fits perfectly on our Factory wiper arms. I was quite impressed.
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
I bought a set of stainless blades that look pretty original but use modern blades from Fred(specialty retail) $28 shipped and they work pretty good. These aren’t refills but rather a whole new blade.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=811133
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I just replaced my wipers that were too long with these from Amazon. Very pleased with both the look and performance. They click right on to our arms, easy off and on, yet secure.
Trico 33-150 Classic Wiper Blade 15", Pack of 1 ASIN: B000CPZVTS Posted via Mobile Device |
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
In the 25 years I've driven my truck in the winter, I've found that most blades are crappy at best. To combat that I like to keep a good coat of RainX on my windshield at all times.
With the RainX coating, the blades do an ok job. Even when the wind blows plow snow back in your face.
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
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I usually use meguires cleaner wax on glass. It helps.
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67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto |
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
RainX creates a haze for a second every time the wiper goes across it. Really sucks at night or any other low visibility situation.
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
Trico makes the SS complete wiper blade assembly. You should be able to get them at Orielly's or Napa. Other parts stores might be able to order them as well. I've seen them on Amazon too.
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/b.../33150/4749159
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
Silicone blades, don't get hard in cold temps, last for years. Been using silicone blades for over 10 years.
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
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Just from a local parts store?
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67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto |
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
Here are some silicone refills that ight fit I to your original frames if you are still using them. I might go this route. https://www.ebay.com/itm/2Pcs-6MM-Su...IAAOSwbaxbUruS
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
Ive had the trico ones on my orange truck for 2 years. I drive it in snow, sleet and ice and they have worked better than the junk regular parts store ones I was getting. The blower motor needs another speed though. Haha
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Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
I just picked up a set of the truck from Oreillys. They look like a decent set. Of course it hasn’t rained yet for me to test them out. They certainly look better than the plastic garbage.
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