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Wiper Blades: #2623196
02/19/19 02:39 AM
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I've tried them all: Anco, Bosch, Trico, Silblade, & the whisker lickin blade with multiple edges (Rain-X?) - all junk in my book.

I was working with one of my reps in SLC a few months ago & one of the companies he reps is Michelin - he sent me a couple pair of the Stealth XT Hybrids - he raved about them. They are BY FAR the BEST wiper blades I've ever used. They are silent & wipe perfectly every time. I bought a set for the wife's Edge & she loves them too.

Only place I've found them is at Wal Mart. Go get you a set - they are very reasonably priced too. Rock Auto needs to start carrying these.


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Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: Sunroofcuda] #2623299
02/19/19 01:54 PM
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Thanks for the hot tip. I hear you on you assessment of over the counter blades. As it turns out, "The Sunshine State" get a ton of rain so good, economical blades is something I've been on the hunt for without success. My truck happens to be due for a set, and it was on my agenda to begin the search for blade inserts. I'll give these a shot. up

Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: Sunroofcuda] #2623358
02/19/19 03:43 PM
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Hey, if you come out to SLC, give me a shout. I would take you to lunch or dinner and a beer.


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Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: Fat_Mike] #2623411
02/19/19 07:08 PM
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Originally Posted By Fat_Mike
Thanks for the hot tip. I hear you on you assessment of over the counter blades. As it turns out, "The Sunshine State" get a ton of rain so good, economical blades is something I've been on the hunt for without success. My truck happens to be due for a set, and it was on my agenda to begin the search for blade inserts. I'll give these a shot. up


Let us know what you think!! I've had these on my 300 for about 2 months now & they have been flawless. Florida will be a good test for them.


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Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: Sunroofcuda] #2623648
02/20/19 12:11 PM
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I have found the Trico Classics working amazing on my Charger. Shame not anymore available on 16" ( thankfully bought several replacement blades )


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Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: Sunroofcuda] #2623766
02/20/19 04:13 PM
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Will these fit below the hood on an E body? Only the Trico exact fit line and goodmark repops fit properly of the one's I've tried. Unfortunately, they don't work very well. I've tried several brands, even tried modifying them, but everything I've tried sits too high and hits the edge of the hood.

Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: BcudaChris] #2623909
02/20/19 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted By BcudaChris
Will these fit below the hood on an E body? Only the Trico exact fit line and goodmark repops fit properly of the one's I've tried. Unfortunately, they don't work very well. I've tried several brands, even tried modifying them, but everything I've tried sits too high and hits the edge of the hood.



Good question - I don't know. Plus the mounting on our older stuff is all different. They are not expensive so you could give them a try. These look different than old blade style too.


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Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: astjp2] #2623910
02/20/19 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted By astjp2
Hey, if you come out to SLC, give me a shout. I would take you to lunch or dinner and a beer.


Thanks for the offer! I only eat filet & lobster tails though for lunch & dinner!


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Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: Sunroofcuda] #2623911
02/20/19 09:00 PM
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I'll try them out.

I've been buying Mopar blades as replacement on my Charger and they seem as good as any. Haven't tried the Michelin.


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Re: Wiper Blades: [Re: Sunroofcuda] #2624105
02/21/19 09:36 AM
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Just picked up two versions. One is Optimum XT and one is Stealth XT Hybrid. They didn't have 24" in stock for the Stealth, so I got one set for one car and one set for the other. I'll put them on next time they need replaced and see how well they work. Should write down what brands go on so I can see which ones are good and which ones are not so good.







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