In the need for some replacement wipers. Do you guys use OEM or is there an auto parts "brand" that works well?
2015 LR4 Windshield Wipers
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txfromwi
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I still like the Bosch in front.
I have vehicles in Houston, TX and Upstate NY/Montreal QC. No issues with the wipers in the cold or heat.
Make sure you purchase A/B and place them on the correct sides.
Note that the Bosch do not fit on the rear because of the design of the clips.
I use RainEx in the back (removing the outermost cover on the clip).
And I use 1" longer than OEM specifications - 2" longer also works.
I use Rainex wiper fluid - in Houston I use the 0F version and up north I use the -25F version.
I have vehicles in Houston, TX and Upstate NY/Montreal QC. No issues with the wipers in the cold or heat.
Make sure you purchase A/B and place them on the correct sides.
Note that the Bosch do not fit on the rear because of the design of the clips.
I use RainEx in the back (removing the outermost cover on the clip).
And I use 1" longer than OEM specifications - 2" longer also works.
I use Rainex wiper fluid - in Houston I use the 0F version and up north I use the -25F version.
MarcusTriton
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I have this wiper set(3). They are excellent quality. $23.
Amazon.com: Front and Rear Wiper Blade For Land Rover Discovery LR3 LR4 2005-2016 22" 22" 16" Premium All-Season OE Quality 2M PLASTIC : Automotive
Amazon.com: Front and Rear Wiper Blade For Land Rover Discovery LR3 LR4 2005-2016 22" 22" 16" Premium All-Season OE Quality 2M PLASTIC : Automotive
itsaguything
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That big plastic fitting where the arm connects to the blade annoy me. So they cost more… the oem are fine for me.
Now, if there were a solution for the rear wiper keeping its tension on the rear window, I’d be all in.
Now, if there were a solution for the rear wiper keeping its tension on the rear window, I’d be all in.
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itsaguything
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Great… now I need to research spring options ;-)
txfromwi
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I have not yet had a rear wiper spring tension issue.
Lucky me.
As far as misc hardware like springs, I am sure Rover will sell you one (Palm Beach Rover on line parts is amazing at misc part numbers), but there is also the website BoltDepot - an amazing resource for all kinds of bits and bobs.
Lucky me.
As far as misc hardware like springs, I am sure Rover will sell you one (Palm Beach Rover on line parts is amazing at misc part numbers), but there is also the website BoltDepot - an amazing resource for all kinds of bits and bobs.
Abram
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I’m so glad I found this thread because I just realized my rear wiper wasn’t fitting properly (Bosch) and now I know I’m not crazy.
FWIW - I installed a new rear wiper recently (PIAA from Amazon - fitment is not great as the center clip is too large); I noticed that the rear wiper arm was quite stiff at the spring pivot point so I used a small amount of silicon grease and gently moved the wiper arm back and forth to help lubricate the arm. The combination of grease and new wiper has helped significantly (for now).
