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too much stuff 12-19-2020 12:52 PM

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?

HIGHWAY BY THE SEA 12-19-2020 01:39 PM

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.

57taskforce 12-19-2020 06:02 PM

Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
 
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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

Brocoli Wad 12-19-2020 11:30 PM

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
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mrein3 12-20-2020 08:41 AM

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.

Sheepdip 12-20-2020 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by mrein3 (Post 8852168)
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.

X2 on the RainX....unless it's raining hard you don't even have to turn the wipers on most of the time.

too much stuff 12-20-2020 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sheepdip (Post 8852267)
X2 on the RainX....unless it's raining hard you don't even have to turn the wipers on most of the time.

Unfortunately this truck doesn't get driven in the rain. Snow, ice or melting heavy snow are what i deal with on this one.
I usually use meguires cleaner wax on glass. It helps.

Hammond68 12-20-2020 06:47 PM

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RainX creates a haze for a second every time the wiper goes across it. Really sucks at night or any other low visibility situation.

Dieselwrencher 12-21-2020 08:23 AM

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

Myself 12-21-2020 10:52 AM

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.

too much stuff 12-21-2020 12:05 PM

Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
 
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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher (Post 8852607)
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

Have you or anyone you know used them?

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Originally Posted by Myself (Post 8852660)
Silicone blades, don't get hard in cold temps, last for years. Been using silicone blades for over 10 years.

Just from a local parts store?

chewychevy67 12-21-2020 07:14 PM

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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

Dieselwrencher 12-21-2020 11:46 PM

Re: Wiper blades... any good one out there?
 
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Originally Posted by too much stuff (Post 8852697)
Have you or anyone you know used them?


Just from a local parts store?

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

jessemthompson 12-24-2020 04:29 PM

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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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