Best Wiper Blades for 2nd Gen isx50?
12-14-20, 07:43 PM
#1
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Best Wiper Blades for 2nd Gen isx50?
I am looking to change the old rainx blades that came with the car, I was looking to spend a good amount since these old ones seemer higher end since they lasted 2 years. Let me know what you would recommend, I am willing to spend 30ish tops per blade and im in norcal so temps do swing around here. Thanks
12-14-20, 09:14 PM
#2
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Buy wiper blade inserts from your local dealer, they are long lasting and great quality.
Silicon wiper blades are one of the best you can buy. Look for them online as retail stores don't usually keep them in stock.
Silicon wiper blades are one of the best you can buy. Look for them online as retail stores don't usually keep them in stock.
12-15-20, 03:57 AM
#3
I bought Bosch and love them
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12-15-20, 11:44 AM
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ive seen rainx having the silicon wipers, they are 32 a pop at walmart
12-15-20, 11:45 AM
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12-15-20, 12:24 PM
#7
A few years back when I purchased my car. The previous owner had replaced the stock wipers for aftermarket. I searched the forums for possible replacements. I tried the Denso beam style from rockauto for awhile. They didn't do a good job at anything.
So I turned to buy a new set of the OEM wipers. What I noticed is the passenger side did a better job of squeegeeing than my driver side. Taking a look at it the middle part was making more contact with the windshield. Later on I found a video of someone changing out the blades for Lex/Toyota. I noticed that their passenger side metal supports where curved, and their driver's side as well.
I went out, and inspected mine. The passenger side was curved. The driver was slightly curved only.
Seeing that I shaped the metal inserts until it had a bigger bend. After that I reassembled them, and inspected the way they contoured to the windshield. They looked about right finally. Then tested them by having someone mist with a water hose. They worked way better like wipers should clean the windshield with no streaks.
See video below on how metal supports have a bend. To apply pressure against the windshield. Even them being spring loaded already. It was not creating even pressure across.
If you have stock OEM wipers. Check them out before buying aftermarket. I also clay, and wax my windshield a few times a year. It also helps the blades glide on the surface.
So I turned to buy a new set of the OEM wipers. What I noticed is the passenger side did a better job of squeegeeing than my driver side. Taking a look at it the middle part was making more contact with the windshield. Later on I found a video of someone changing out the blades for Lex/Toyota. I noticed that their passenger side metal supports where curved, and their driver's side as well.
I went out, and inspected mine. The passenger side was curved. The driver was slightly curved only.
Seeing that I shaped the metal inserts until it had a bigger bend. After that I reassembled them, and inspected the way they contoured to the windshield. They looked about right finally. Then tested them by having someone mist with a water hose. They worked way better like wipers should clean the windshield with no streaks.
See video below on how metal supports have a bend. To apply pressure against the windshield. Even them being spring loaded already. It was not creating even pressure across.
If you have stock OEM wipers. Check them out before buying aftermarket. I also clay, and wax my windshield a few times a year. It also helps the blades glide on the surface.
Last edited by MikeFig82; 12-15-20 at 12:34 PM.
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12-15-20, 12:58 PM
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This is very subjective and you are going to get a million different answers, just like if you were to ask what oil do you use, what toothpaste etc. You get the idea. So I'll just say I use a brand called Aero I buy on Amazon, I've been using on all my cars for years, they are $18 a pair and they last me anywhere from 2 to 3 years and snap on in about 2 seconds
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12-15-20, 09:06 PM
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OEM Denso Aero... not too expensive, might be cheaper than the aftermarket stuff. Plus rubbers are replaceable from dealer for like $5 to $7 each.
These are exactly what came from Japan on these cars.
Wiper Right (06+), Denso 160-3120 $12.55 - https://www.amazon.com/Denso-160-3120-Style-Profile-Wiper/dp/B002Y37K0Y
Wiper Left (06+), Denso 160-3122 $17.83 - https://www.amazon.com/Denso-160-3122-Style-Profile-Wiper/dp/B002Y37K4U
These are exactly what came from Japan on these cars.
Wiper Right (06+), Denso 160-3120 $12.55 - https://www.amazon.com/Denso-160-3120-Style-Profile-Wiper/dp/B002Y37K0Y
Wiper Left (06+), Denso 160-3122 $17.83 - https://www.amazon.com/Denso-160-3122-Style-Profile-Wiper/dp/B002Y37K4U
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12-16-20, 12:18 AM
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if the oem blades are silicon I may just buy those since its a cheaper set and well worth the cost/investment.
12-16-20, 12:20 AM
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A few years back when I purchased my car. The previous owner had replaced the stock wipers for aftermarket. I searched the forums for possible replacements. I tried the Denso beam style from rockauto for awhile. They didn't do a good job at anything.
So I turned to buy a new set of the OEM wipers. What I noticed is the passenger side did a better job of squeegeeing than my driver side. Taking a look at it the middle part was making more contact with the windshield. Later on I found a video of someone changing out the blades for Lex/Toyota. I noticed that their passenger side metal supports where curved, and their driver's side as well.
I went out, and inspected mine. The passenger side was curved. The driver was slightly curved only.
Seeing that I shaped the metal inserts until it had a bigger bend. After that I reassembled them, and inspected the way they contoured to the windshield. They looked about right finally. Then tested them by having someone mist with a water hose. They worked way better like wipers should clean the windshield with no streaks.
See video below on how metal supports have a bend. To apply pressure against the windshield. Even them being spring loaded already. It was not creating even pressure across.
If you have stock OEM wipers. Check them out before buying aftermarket. I also clay, and wax my windshield a few times a year. It also helps the blades glide on the surface.
https://youtu.be/qKgQtZnfHbk
So I turned to buy a new set of the OEM wipers. What I noticed is the passenger side did a better job of squeegeeing than my driver side. Taking a look at it the middle part was making more contact with the windshield. Later on I found a video of someone changing out the blades for Lex/Toyota. I noticed that their passenger side metal supports where curved, and their driver's side as well.
I went out, and inspected mine. The passenger side was curved. The driver was slightly curved only.
Seeing that I shaped the metal inserts until it had a bigger bend. After that I reassembled them, and inspected the way they contoured to the windshield. They looked about right finally. Then tested them by having someone mist with a water hose. They worked way better like wipers should clean the windshield with no streaks.
See video below on how metal supports have a bend. To apply pressure against the windshield. Even them being spring loaded already. It was not creating even pressure across.
If you have stock OEM wipers. Check them out before buying aftermarket. I also clay, and wax my windshield a few times a year. It also helps the blades glide on the surface.
https://youtu.be/qKgQtZnfHbk
12-16-20, 02:32 PM
#13
its starting to sound like oem is the best way to go! If those rubbers are silicon I will pull the trigger on them. The current rainx that I have installed work well but like you I do clay them and put a sealant too which helps a lot as well. I do notice a streaking from the drivers side blade but not passenger, and its always been like this.... I will have to reproduce it and show the pics here. It causes water spots/streaking spots for a small section on the left for some reason.
12-16-20, 04:29 PM
#14
Same same here. The OEM last in the rainy state 1.5 years driving 17k miles a year.
Wiper Blade (insert only):
85214-0E140
85214-0T040
Don't forget that aged accessory belt:
99367-K1550
Wiper Blade (insert only):
85214-0E140
85214-0T040
Don't forget that aged accessory belt:
99367-K1550
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