Wiper Blades - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

gid · 01-06-2009, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CrazedEpidemic

After all the snow we have had recently my wipers aren't doing a great job :(. I got the car about 7 months ago and I haven't changed the wipers. Should I wait until after the winter to get new ones? Are rainx wipers any good?

If so , you'll find the PEAK winter blades to be better at a reasonable cost . See my previous posts for more input .

jeff618 · 02-12-2010, 11:34 AM

(Too many wiper blade strings on this site but here we go again...)

OK...here's the ticket: The Toyota Yaris' 14" passenger side replacement windshield wiper is very hard to find in the newer-style beam blades. The 12" rear is also very hard to find because its a special rear blade that fits the special rear arm.

After exhaustive research, I've only found one aftermarket set-up that works: 'Trico NeoForm Beam Blades' on the front (yes, they have a 14") and 'Trico Exact Fit Rear Integral Blade' on the rear (yes, it fits the special rear arm). All of the above come with step-by-step, illustrated removal and replacement instructions - easy install. Got the whole set-up online.

RedRide · 02-13-2010, 07:56 PM

I have been using PIAA super silicone wipers on my other car (Celica) for years and I really like them. They are the best in rain IMO and it's almost like using Rain-X without having to constantly apply it

However they are somewhat delicate (compared to some wipers) and I do not recomend them for winter use in ice and snow. Although, I have used them in winter with satisfactory results.

Anyway, I just ordered a set of the super silicone wipers for the front (26" and 14") of my Yaris.

It you do a search for the wiper with vendors that sell PIAA wipers they will tell you they ony have 26" listed for the Yaris
However PIAA does make the super silicone wiper in 14''
I don't know why sites don't list it for the Yaris.
It must be a glitch in the data that they all use.
You just have to do a search for PIAA super silicone wipers 14" (PIAA 95035).

Tatsh · 02-13-2010, 11:13 PM

^
+1 for the super silicone. Word of warning though, before you wipe it with the treatment pad they give you, degrease your windshield first, otherwise when you wipe, it'll fog it up.

RedRide · 02-13-2010, 11:32 PM

Actually, I've found that it's not even nessary for the most part to even use the "tratement pad".

The effects of the pad only last briefely anway. I do as the instructions recomend and run the wipers dry on a clean windshield briefely every so often to keep a micocsopic layer of silicone on the windshield to shed water.

KrazyDawg · 02-17-2010, 01:32 PM

Do the PIAA wiper blades hug your windshield? I had a pair of Bosch Icon that I used with my Civic. They worked great but they would strip off the Rain-X. I read that Aquapel lasts longer than Rain-X but I haven't been able to test it out. I had purchased it but just when I needed it, I misplaced it during a move.

RedRide · 02-17-2010, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KrazyDawg

Do the PIAA wiper blades hug your windshield? I had a pair of Bosch Icon that I used with my Civic. They worked great but they would strip off the Rain-X. I read that Aquapel lasts longer than Rain-X but I haven't been able to test it out. I had purchased it but just when I needed it, I misplaced it during a move.

Yes they do. The PIAA SS wipes are constructed much like the stock wipers and will conform to most any curved windshield.

127.0.0.1 · 02-17-2010, 04:32 PM

silblade is better than ANY other wiper.

Ramblin yari · 02-20-2010, 06:41 PM

I keep a container of disposable wipes in my car. When the wipers have gunk on them, the wet wipes do a good job of removing oxidized rubber and road goo. Works like a charm and I believe it extends the life of the blades.

sickpuppy1 · 02-24-2010, 06:41 PM

I will vouch for the Anco Contour. Expensive but worth it WAY better than the rainX blade and even better than the Bosch Icon. Have a full year warranty !They are made in 26" for the driver side but not the 13-14 for the passenger side unfortunately. They hug the windsheild at speed much better than anything else I've tried. Ice comes off easily.

KittenRD · 02-24-2010, 10:25 PM

I'm from Mass. My rear wiper blade has lasted me three years. My front ones I have changed quite a few times.

KittenRD · 02-24-2010, 10:28 PM

Thanks. I actually got a great driver's side one at Costco the other day. We just had a bunch of snow and sleet and it worked great. Now I just need a rear one!

KittenRD · 02-24-2010, 10:38 PM

Thanks. They have Trico Exact Fit at NAPA auto parts. I am going to get it tomorrow before the big storm.

jeff618 · 03-28-2010, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeff618

(Too many wiper blade strings on this site but here we go again...)

OK...here's the ticket: The Toyota Yaris' 14" passenger side replacement windshield wiper is very hard to find in the newer-style beam blades. The 12" rear is also very hard to find because its a special rear blade that fits the special rear arm.

After exhaustive research, I've only found one aftermarket set-up that works: 'Trico NeoForm Beam Blades' on the front (yes, they have a 14") and 'Trico Exact Fit Rear Integral Blade' on the rear (yes, it fits the special rear arm). All of the above come with step-by-step, illustrated removal and replacement instructions - easy install. Got the whole set-up online.

As a follow-up to my post above, I just got an email from wipers123.com and there's a $15 rebate on NeoForms (including the 14") through 5/15/10. They also sent me an additional $5 instant coupon "springreturningcustomer" not sure when it expires... I'm not ready to replace mine yet so take it if you want it!

KrazyDawg · 04-08-2010, 04:33 PM

I've been using the PIAA wiper blades and while they do a decent job in rain, I still prefer using the Bosch Icon blades. They don't work quite as well when it's dry and there are dead bugs and bird stuff on a 400 mi roadtrip. I was able to clear most of it off when I had Bosch Icon blades.

bronsin · 04-08-2010, 06:56 PM

12 months old now and havnt given a thought to my Yaris's wiper blades.

jeff618 · 04-13-2010, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bronsin

12 months old now and havnt given a thought to my Yaris's wiper blades.

Yeah...you should get 12-24 months out of wipers on a new car. As the windshield glass gets older and more pitted, you'll be replacing them more often. Eventually its an every 6 month situation...

Someone mentioned Aquapel above. I do use it and my report would be two thumbs up - its awesome. They say it lasts 4-6 months and I definitely get 6 months out of it. Doesn't fog/haze up like rainx and since I'm lazy, the 2-3 times per year application is right up my wheelhouse! LOL

Jerkratt · 04-21-2010, 04:50 AM

had my wiper blades on since i bought the car in feb 08... think its about time for some new ones...

02-12-2010, 11:34 AM	#20
jeff618 Drives: Mazda 3 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Waterford, WI Posts: 20	(Too many wiper blade strings on this site but here we go again...) OK...here's the ticket: The Toyota Yaris' 14" passenger side replacement windshield wiper is very hard to find in the newer-style beam blades. The 12" rear is also very hard to find because its a special rear blade that fits the special rear arm. After exhaustive research, I've only found one aftermarket set-up that works: 'Trico NeoForm Beam Blades' on the front (yes, they have a 14") and 'Trico Exact Fit Rear Integral Blade' on the rear (yes, it fits the special rear arm). All of the above come with step-by-step, illustrated removal and replacement instructions - easy install. Got the whole set-up online. __________________ First Time Caller, Long Time Listener, Great Topic, Love The Show...Thanks For Taking My Call

02-13-2010, 07:56 PM	#21
RedRide Drives: '09 Yaris carmine red 2d HB Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Middletown, NY Posts: 1,502	I have been using PIAA super silicone wipers on my other car (Celica) for years and I really like them. They are the best in rain IMO and it's almost like using Rain-X without having to constantly apply it However they are somewhat delicate (compared to some wipers) and I do not recomend them for winter use in ice and snow. Although, I have used them in winter with satisfactory results. Anyway, I just ordered a set of the super silicone wipers for the front (26" and 14") of my Yaris. It you do a search for the wiper with vendors that sell PIAA wipers they will tell you they ony have 26" listed for the Yaris However PIAA does make the super silicone wiper in 14'' I don't know why sites don't list it for the Yaris. It must be a glitch in the data that they all use. You just have to do a search for PIAA super silicone wipers 14" (PIAA 95035). Last edited by RedRide; 02-13-2010 at 08:56 PM. Reason: spelling

02-13-2010, 11:13 PM	#22
Tatsh Drives: 2009 Toyota Yaris LE Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Richmond, BC Posts: 84	^ +1 for the super silicone. Word of warning though, before you wipe it with the treatment pad they give you, degrease your windshield first, otherwise when you wipe, it'll fog it up. __________________ ~ Currently Done: Apex'i N1 Evolution Axle-Back, Tanabe DF210, Drag DR-31 (Rally Bronze) Wrapped in BF Goodrich g-force Sports, held together with Red Works RS Lug Nuts.

04-08-2010, 04:33 PM	#33
KrazyDawg View User's Garage Drives: 08 3dr LB AT Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 151	I've been using the PIAA wiper blades and while they do a decent job in rain, I still prefer using the Bosch Icon blades. They don't work quite as well when it's dry and there are dead bugs and bird stuff on a 400 mi roadtrip. I was able to clear most of it off when I had Bosch Icon blades. __________________

04-21-2010, 04:50 AM	#36
Jerkratt View User's Garage Drives: 08 Yaris Liftback S (RIP 07) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Fair Lawn, NJ Posts: 1,379	had my wiper blades on since i bought the car in feb 08... think its about time for some new ones... __________________ "It hurts more when its wet"

02-13-2010, 11:32 PM	#23
RedRide Drives: '09 Yaris carmine red 2d HB Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Middletown, NY Posts: 1,502	Actually, I've found that it's not even nessary for the most part to even use the "tratement pad". The effects of the pad only last briefely anway. I do as the instructions recomend and run the wipers dry on a clean windshield briefely every so often to keep a micocsopic layer of silicone on the windshield to shed water.

02-17-2010, 01:32 PM	#24
KrazyDawg View User's Garage Drives: 08 3dr LB AT Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 151	Do the PIAA wiper blades hug your windshield? I had a pair of Bosch Icon that I used with my Civic. They worked great but they would strip off the Rain-X. I read that Aquapel lasts longer than Rain-X but I haven't been able to test it out. I had purchased it but just when I needed it, I misplaced it during a move.

02-17-2010, 04:32 PM	#26
127.0.0.1 Banned Drives: '10 Yaris5drHB+99 4runner LTD Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NE Posts: 672	silblade is better than ANY other wiper.

02-20-2010, 06:41 PM	#27
Ramblin yari Drives: 08 Flint Mica Sedan Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 573 Posts: 19	I keep a container of disposable wipes in my car. When the wipers have gunk on them, the wet wipes do a good job of removing oxidized rubber and road goo. Works like a charm and I believe it extends the life of the blades.

02-24-2010, 06:41 PM	#28
sickpuppy1 Drives: 2010 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kansas Posts: 871	I will vouch for the Anco Contour. Expensive but worth it WAY better than the rainX blade and even better than the Bosch Icon. Have a full year warranty !They are made in 26" for the driver side but not the 13-14 for the passenger side unfortunately. They hug the windsheild at speed much better than anything else I've tried. Ice comes off easily.

02-24-2010, 10:25 PM	#29
KittenRD Drives: Metallic Meteorite Liftback Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Harvard, Massachusetts Posts: 109	I'm from Mass. My rear wiper blade has lasted me three years. My front ones I have changed quite a few times.

02-24-2010, 10:28 PM	#30
KittenRD Drives: Metallic Meteorite Liftback Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Harvard, Massachusetts Posts: 109	Thanks. I actually got a great driver's side one at Costco the other day. We just had a bunch of snow and sleet and it worked great. Now I just need a rear one!

02-24-2010, 10:38 PM	#31
KittenRD Drives: Metallic Meteorite Liftback Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Harvard, Massachusetts Posts: 109	Thanks. They have Trico Exact Fit at NAPA auto parts. I am going to get it tomorrow before the big storm.

04-08-2010, 06:56 PM	#34
bronsin Drives: 2009 Base Hatch 2 Dr Auto Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nj Posts: 4,792	12 months old now and havnt given a thought to my Yaris's wiper blades.

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