Hybrid wiper blades?

[7hm]

Anyone tried the newer "hybrid" type wiper blades? The kind where it's like a beam-type wiper blade, but has a shroud frame to protect it or improve evenness of pressure or some marketing bollocks.

 

E.g. Michelin Stealth,

 

or Trico Sentry

[Lotr]

I use Bosch aero twin, also have a feature to even the pressure

[Buadongdong]

Where to get? How much is it?

[Lotr]

I usually get from Stamford, call to check if there's sales, $36 for 2 pieces (26"). Multi connector can fit most cars

[StefanK]

  On 2/29/2016 at 7:34 PM, 7hm said:

Anyone tried the newer "hybrid" type wiper blades? The kind where it's like a beam-type wiper blade, but has a shroud frame to protect it or improve evenness of pressure or some marketing bollocks.

 

E.g. Michelin Stealth,

 

or Trico Sentry

 

wah bro... you midnight shift or bad case of insomnia?

 

Anyway will try this after my car comes back from workshop...

[Beehive3783]

Wiper also got hybrid? Lol.....

 

I'm using normal Bosch ECO framed wipers for more than a year now.. no problem at all. Just have to clean the rubber blades regularly with paper towel.

[Vratenza]

Any wiper blade that can clear my windscreen effectively in the rain is a good wiper blade.

[Lotr]

  On 3/1/2016 at 3:51 AM, Vratenza said:

Any wiper blade that can clear my windscreen effectively in the rain is a good wiper blade.

No concern about longevity or price?

[Vratenza]

  On 3/1/2016 at 4:41 AM, Lotr said:

No concern about longevity or price?

 

not really. On average, I am only forced to think about changing wipers around 3-4 yrs of ownership.

Nothing wrong with OEM parts.

[flashbang]

Better to buy cheap rubber ones and replace every 6 months.

[7hm]

  On 3/1/2016 at 2:34 AM, StefanK said:

wah bro... you midnight shift or bad case of insomnia?

 

 

  On 3/1/2016 at 2:03 AM, Buadongdong said:

Where to get? How much is it?

 

On Amazon, some like Michelin Stealth are around US$13 now. Most are in US$15~US$20 range... per blade (28 inches)... I think it's considered expensive, it's around SGD$20~S$30 per 28 inch blade. Add in some shipping and it's more than that, unless bulk group order.

In SG, I have no idea where might be selling and no idea how effective they really are.

 

I think the result is a wiped windshield just like any other wiper, but the theory is that they provide better aerodynamic properties by using a one-piece design like beam blades to avoid wind lift, and use pressure-point suspension systems to press more evenly like frame-type wipers.

...also look a bit cool lor, but a bit bulkier than plain beam wipers.

I suppose in SG the real problem for us is whether the rubber can tahan our weather.... where got ice... but most of the hybrid wipers are supposed to be high end models, so most brands use the higher grade all-season rubber for them.

 

 

  On 3/1/2016 at 7:14 AM, flashbang said:

Better to buy cheap rubber ones and replace every 6 months.

 

probably ... though i suppose if can last longer and don't have to replace so frequently it's also good bah. My car came with the frameless beam kind and now it feels like it's time to plan for a replacement....

Edited March 1, 2016 by 7hm

[Watwheels]

Amazon best seller are Bosch ICON and RainX Latitude. I read the reviews and they say they are good in extreme cold and hot conditions blah blah blah.

 

I just get the cheapest from places like autobacs be it Bosch or Hella and replace them. Some I only replace the wiper blade coz my big wiper has a wind deflector on it. Rear wiper also replace just the blade using wiper refill.

 

Actually a lot of wipers can be just replaced with the blade refill. Workshop ppl knows how to do it but charge you the price of replacing the whole wiper.

 

Depending on your original wiper. My previous Civic FD they also just replace the wiper blade. A lot of car owners do not know how to do it and they replace them with other wipers.

Wiper blade refill do cost more at $18-$25 depending on length. Those regular wipers like bosch or hella cost just $9-$15. The regular wiper the blades are easy to remove as well. So I just buy them and swap the blades. The cheapest way. If got time I take photos and post it here. I believe a lot of cars especially mpv, suv, cuv, all have rear wipers and they do not know how to replace it cheaply.

Edited March 1, 2016 by Watwheels

[Slohand2]

Try this , I just got mine replaced . they are frameless types the last time mine lasted 9 years !

about 10 dollars per wiper .... they sell different lengths to suit your vehicle.

 

 

http://www.ace1auto.com.sg/wipers/

[hsl118]

  On 3/1/2016 at 2:34 AM, StefanK said:

wah bro... you midnight shift or bad case of insomnia?

 

Anyway will try this after my car comes back from workshop...

 

OT a bit, go WS add hyperdrive?

[StefanK]

  On 3/1/2016 at 9:46 AM, hsl118 said:

OT a bit, go WS add hyperdrive?

 

no leh... actually wanted to repair air con compressor, but manage to salvage the situation by replacing relay. Then O2 warning light came on, have to replace sensors but left 2 years so sua, reset and see how after servicing. Then, during checks, found bushing cui, drive shaft cui... my heart also cui. 

[Neutrino]

Singaporean logic.

 

It's expensive ergo it must be fantastic.

[Optramagnum]

  On 6/17/2016 at 10:43 AM, mackenzieoz said:

The latest Hybrid style of wiper blades combine the aerodynamic properties of the flat style wiper blade with the reliable performance of the conventional style wiper.

I bought a pair from Korea thru Qoo10, for about $16 inclusive of postage.. Look very nice, but only last about 4mths..After that, it merely sweep water nia, very blur.. Bought denso normal wipers at Esso, last for a year liao,so good.. Edited June 17, 2016 by Optramagnum

[TengBangWei]

Just out of curiosity, does this wiper make any sound when wiping. I am trying to find one that wipes well and doesn't make a damn sound. Any recommendation out there?

 

  On 2/29/2016 at 7:34 PM, 7hm said:

Anyone tried the newer "hybrid" type wiper blades? The kind where it's like a beam-type wiper blade, but has a shroud frame to protect it or improve evenness of pressure or some marketing bollocks.

 

E.g. Michelin Stealth,

 

or Trico Sentry