Still have the original blades on mine, but they're giving up the ghost. Do you use OEM or is there something better?

 

Mine are still OEM, but then again mine only has 11,000 milles and driven in rain (and even light snow) once or twice. I would stick with OEM.

 

Only use OEM. Just replace the rubber and they're very cheap.

Driver: 85214-06140
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When I replaced I used Bosch ICON all weather. They did a good job. I would shy away from OEM as they will be much more expensive than good aftermarket stuff.

 

$8 a piece for the OEM rubber only. Can't get any cheaper than that.

No need to replace the whole arm, that can get expensive and not necessary.

 

OEM. You can buy the refills at the dealer. They last longer than anything I have found aftermarket for any other car I have ever owned.

 

OEM, rubber refills are only $8 each and they last longer than even Bosch Icons that is my normal go-to.

The OEM ones were looking a little rough, so I got all new ones and the price was actually about the same or a little less than if I went with Bosch. After realizing that, I bought another set (ES300 spec) for my Avalon daily. Also the RCF wipers were exactly the same size as my daughter's G35 coupe, so I gave her the old wipers with fresh refills.

Long way to say that the Lexus wipers are pretty good and actually priced better than quality aftermarket options.

 

I do the same. Easier to replace than the entire bars.