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Post by aRMY83 on Dec 12, 2013 9:18:03 GMT -5
Just replaced the wiper blades yesterday with the Anco Winter Specialty Blades (first time using them) and they are different than the standard ones I've used over the years. The top of the blade arm has a protective boot over the blade, which is suppose to keep the ice out, which affects the moving parts of the arm. Was told that when Spring arrives, take them off > put a light coat of oil on the rubber part of blades > place in a plastic bag > install standard blades. Reinstall winter blades either late fall or just before winter sets in. This is by no means a sales pitch, but would like to provide this information for those using Anco wiper blades. From the Authors: The Clearest Choice in Wiper Blades™ For nearly a century, the ANCO® family of premium wiper blades has been the leader in replacement wiper blades, refills, washer pumps and wiper arms, keeping your family safe with a clearer view of the road ahead. Our full-line of wiper blades utilize exclusive designs and materials, and are engineered with the latest technology to ensure a clear streak-free wipe in any driving environment. From passenger cars to commercial vehicles, conventional or profile-style wiper blades, ANCO has the most comprehensive coverage for all types of vehicles for the best and safest visibility. That’s why ANCO is the Clearest Choice in Wiper Blades™. Look to ANCO for any season….any vehicle. Anco Wiper Blades - Finder |
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Post by flashgordon on Dec 12, 2013 18:15:21 GMT -5
Nice find rON! We too use a Winter blade at work and I can attest that they do hold up and the protective soft rubber that surrounds the internal arms do a fine job of not freezing/icing up during a snow fall thus keeping your windshield clean. Never heard of putting a coating of oil on the blade though. I'm concerned that come winter that oil might smear the windshield. But hell, worth a shot.  |
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Post by aRMY83 on Dec 12, 2013 19:54:38 GMT -5
I also thought about that, placing oil on the blades, which would bother me also, but I'm sure it would be a very light coat and when winter comes again, one would use something like WD40 or whatever to remove the oil and then install the winter blades. I think it would be best said, to apply a very light coat, or even use WD40 in it's place: The Amazing WD-40number 15 which one can do the same when storing those winter blades until next season. Suppose what's important, is to keep the rubber part of the blade soft and flexible. |
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