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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by AVERAGE_J, Jan 4, 2015.

  1. AVERAGE_J

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    Does anyone know a good windshield wiper blade they can recommend? Prius 2007 Gen 2. FRONT AND BACK BLADES. looking for decent and good quality but at the same time not going to break the bank if you know what i mean. single mother trying to save a few dollars, especially with the christmas credit card bill coming :) thanks in advance.
     
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    You can buy Bosch insight wipers on promotion at Amazon.com. 2 for $22. You need a 26" and 18". I believe there is a trico blade that's the oem replacement for the rear about $10.

    If you want a consumer reports highly rated one, it would be the anco blades. These are not as high quality but should cost around $15 a pair
     
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    the bosch are fab, if a bit expensive, on a budget, i would get a bosch driver, and cheapo the other two.
     
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    i see tons of Bosch, which ones are you referring to? Amazon.com: bosch wipers 26
     
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    The key word here is Bosch "insight" wipers

    I just checked and the 26" is out of stock. You can order it and they will ship it when they get it. You will still get the promotional price of 2 for $22 if you order it together with the 18"
     
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    Rain-X Latitude (26" & 18" - front), Michelin 16" (rear); also do the Rain-X treatment on all exterior glass (involves 0000 steel-wool - see youtube for real easy method) - your Prius will thank you, you'll be glad you did!!! Good luck! - Wil
     
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    The Toyota replacement inserts? What are they, $10~20?
     
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    Darn it, unfortunately, they (the 26") have been out of stock and I can't wait any longer. Although $22 for two sounds so good, I can't wait any longer. Anyone have any other good recommendations for wipers for the prius. Front and back wipers. looking for quality and good price. like to save a few bucks. thanks in advance.
     
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    It seems to always show out of stock....but if you place your order, it usually ships in about a week

    You can also buy the Anco blades, it's cheap and functional
     
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    Anco, wow. $7 bucks for one and decent rating. in for one. does the passenger side have to be an 18 inch or can i just get two 26" for $14 bucks and be done with it?
     
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    good year assurance blades if you r a costco member. ok for $ . go $3 off several xs a year. pass side can use 1 size smaller
     
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    passenger has to be 18", spend the extra 2 bucks you cheapo. LOL. There is a seller selling the 18" for $6.32
     
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    I believe I went to Advance Auto Parts which stocks the Michelin Defender and best part is they install for you! No need to worry about how the installation works. Replaced the front windshield only and excellent wipers. I also like how they look on my Prius vs. what came with the car.
     
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    Wow, advance auto installs it for you? Wish I knew that before hand. Because I have no idea how to install the Anco ones that I just bought on amazon.
     
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    It takes 20 seconds, slip off,slip on
     
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    it's complicated and counterintuitive. and yet, so simple.:confused:
     
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    Could not find the drivers side 26 anywhere.
    Bought it at dealer for $12. Not an insert the whole wiper.
     
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    From my experience so far with dealers, I am surprised anything especially windshield wipers are that cheaper at the dealers. My dealer wanted to charge me 47 dollars to replace wipers. So, I am not sure what kind of wipers you received at the dealer, but 12 dollars for them at dealer is pretty good price.
     
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