Cheapo wiper blades vs. expensive

[grsthegreat]

Well i think the more expensive blades work better on my rigs. I buy the ones that are totally encased in a rubber outer layer so ICE will not freeze the wiper and prevent it from properly cleaning the windshield. I have bought both the chepo types and these expensive ones, and the expensive ones win hands down. They may not last alot longer, but the do a much better job while operating.

 

[jonyyuma]

If you have a Fred's dollar store, check them out for the complete assy, arm, rubber and adapters...

 

[devildog1]

Humm,
Replaced my oem wipers on my F-350, bought the premium blades Botch
( I think,spell) They seem to last two years, I believe they had a silicone edge on them. Went across country in all kinds of weather and they preformed great, about $18.00 in Auto-Zone. I agree the oem blades seem to last the longest as If my memory serves me right I must of had them on truck for three years.
DevilDog

 

[Qapla]

On another forum I recall someone discussing the cost of wiper blades. They said something about all the money people are willing to spend on all sorts of MODS, but then they try to get by with the cheapest wiper blades they can find. They were pointing out that wiper blades are really quite important since they play a vital role in our being able to use the vehicle safely in the worst types of weather.

That said, here in the Sunshine State it doesn't seem to matter how much you spend on blades, the Florida sun kills them in a years time.

Over the years I have used from the cheap ones to the expensive ones and have found none last. What makes more sense to me is to buy ones that WORK.

By this, I mean I want ones that wipe the water off and can endure "love bug" season. I also want ones that don't "lift" at highway speeds and ones that don't leave "wet" spots, especially in critical spots.

I have found that the expensive ones lift more and do not do a thorough cleaning job on the entire surface of my windshield. I have had the best success with the "dual" blades I got from WalMart for around $10 each side.

 

[toppop52]

One of the most effective things you can do is raise the arm up, bend it to put a little more pressure down on the glass, and clean the blades every couple of weeks with a good non alkaline cleaner.

 

[JDgreen227]

Well i think the more expensive blades work better on my rigs. I buy the ones that are totally encased in a rubber outer layer so ICE will not freeze the wiper and prevent it from properly cleaning the windshield. I have bought both the chepo types and these expensive ones, and the expensive ones win hands down. They may not last alot longer, but the do a much better job while operating.

In winter, I use the ANCO winter blades on my GMC, and they perform well in icy conditions. I can probably get by using the cheaper ones because of low mileage (less than 2000 per year) and vehicles are mostly garaged and out of the sun 95% of the time. BTW, was at Meijers this morning, even the cheapest blade they sell was labeled as "natural rubber".

 

[Scooby074]

I use the Bosch metal frame ones exclusively..

Price isnt bad and they work well.

I swear ive tried them all from Mastercraft to Armorall and bosch is the best thats not OEM.

I also avoid the new frameless design. I find they dont give even pressure so they dont completely wipe the really curved sections of the windshield.

 

[Fixemall]

A good coating of ice wax on the windshield after cleaning it with an alcohol based cleaner will make even the cheapest junk perform better than they should.

 

[Willl]

at least mid quality blades

Curious as to how you pick the "mid" ones ?

Is there a brand you prefer ?

 

[bigtiller]

I use Rain-X or any other type of glass polish and seldom ever need to turn on the wipers. The only bad part is, I have to reapply it every 3 to 4 weeks.