Can anyone tell me what blades they have used to replace the stock wipers on their RX300...

thanks,

ajk

 

I've used the OEM inserts, purchased from one of the mail-order Lexus parts suppliers. Several of these suppliers help sponsor this forum. Previous threads have rated them highly.

 

...and those would be...?

 

I've used www.irontoad.com (not a sponsor), because it's close to where I live.

If you go to the ClubLexus home page, under "links", then "club sponsors", then "aftermarket resellers", you'll find Carson Toyota and Sewell Lexus. Both seem to be very popular with CL forum members.

 

Call your local Lexus parts. Shipping and wait may not be worth the difference.

I would only suggest replacing them with OEM [do not use other brands]

Salim

 

Buy the genuine Lexus inserts from your dealership. They are expensive ($22 for the front set) but well worth the money. They can last over a year and still wipe clean.

I tried several aftermarket blades. They never wipe as well as Lexus', and didn't last long (less than 4 months.)

 

About 6 months ago I put new blades on my RX300. - I replaced the entire blade ,not just the insert
I went with the " ICON " , a new model of blades made by BOSCH. They cost about
$ 20.00 each , but are the best blades I've ever owned.. Because of their design they
conform to the curve of the glass and clean the entire area in 1 swipe !!!
I bought mine at Advance Auto Parts , but you can probably get them anywhere that
caries BOSCH blades. Good Luck !!!

 

I used to put Anco Winter Blades on my RX300 in the winter. I drove long distances, and the rubber wrapper around the blade prevents ice/snow buildup.

The RX330 has one really long blade that's hard to find aftermarket (the other is shorter), so I started buying blade refills at the dealer. I will echo the sentiment that the OEM blades are actually very good. I only paid $15 total for the two refills at the local Lexus dealer, making them really no more expensive than aftermarket.

I can't get both RX330 refills at the Toyota dealer, but you should be able to get the RX300 blades from Toyota. The RX330 passenger side blade is also used on a Scion, but the driver's side is really long and specific to the RX330.

 

Just picked up complete set of blades from Sam's club
premium wiper blades by Mr. Clean

Don't laugh... They actually do an amazing job.

24" drivers side
22" passenger side
16 rear

each under $5 CAD

Can't be beat.

Even If I have to replace once a year (which they co-incidentally recommend)

Still really cheap.

 

Under $5 CAD, that's cheap. Let us know how it goes 6 months from now.

 

I bought the most expensive ones they had at walmart last october. Whatever brand they were now they barely wipe the windshield clean. Definately goin back to OEM

 

Be careful wtih a new blade if you have the rear spoiler. I bought an aftermarket blade for the rear. While it worked fine, I didn't realize until about 6 months later that it had actually been rubbing the underside of the spoiler a little bit as it was a bit taller than the OE blade.

This scuffed up the spoiler a bit and it is a good thing it was hidden or it would require a re-paint.

 

what is the oem part# of the front wiper blades inserts?

 

i have icons too and they are GRRRREAAT!!!! they looks so futuristic.

 

Shop around through the year for them and get sales. Don't buy when you need them because they'll never be on sale when you need them. I get clearance wipers at Target annually. The RainX and Michelin are just as good, and they come with the whole assembly, not just the blade insert. Regular price is like $10, but on clearance you can get for like $2. I stock up once they hit the low price. I got the OEM inserts when I first replaced the blades and they only last more than a year if you don't get snow and sleet. Once you start wiping blades through more than just water/rain, they're done for after the winter.