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Old 10-20-2011, 09:46 PM
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Sh!tty windshield wiper blades on 2011?

I've noticed that whenever I clean my windshield with wiper fluid, my drivers side wiper always streaks... I used Invisible Glass last time I washed my car and still, the wiper streaks... Only the drivers side one though... I spoke to my friend today who, as well as I, has a 2011 coupe... He also told me his streaks... Is anyone else having the same issue? Or is it just me and my Staten Island friend? LOL let me know guys!
Old 10-20-2011, 09:59 PM
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How long have you had the car? Most wiper blades last around 6k miles according to manufacturers. If you need to replace wipers, you should go to orderinfinitiparts.com. It is $14 each blade compare to the dealer which charge $72 for the set.
Old 10-20-2011, 10:01 PM
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Well to tell you the truth, I've noticed it ever since I got it 7 months ago... I have almost 4,500 miles on the car, but they're still crappy... Maybe it's just a 2011 thing, as my friend told me he has the same problem, and it's not the dealer, considering he got his car at a different dealership.
Old 10-20-2011, 10:03 PM
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Then you should buy a different brand of wiper blades. Streaks shouldn't occur especially on a new car. If the problem occurs contact the dealer.
Old 10-21-2011, 12:41 AM
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I've had this exact same problem on my 09 since day one. Got wiper blades, wiper assemblies replaced, even the windshield under warranty. Still not resolved. I had a sedan loaner when my car was getting worked on and it did it too, but to a lesser extent.
My personal opinion is that it's this new style of wiper blade since my friends 3-series coupe does it too, same design.
Old 10-21-2011, 05:12 AM
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Anything but Bosch blades is crap. What brand are you using?

Our stock blades I just took off went 32K / 3 years and were streaking in only 1 place. I dont know whats going on with you guys saying blades only last 6k miles???? Maybe because our car never sits in the sun baking the crap out of them.

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Old 10-21-2011, 07:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Moreno
How long have you had the car? Most wiper blades last around 6k miles according to manufacturers. If you need to replace wipers, you should go to orderinfinitiparts.com. It is $14 each blade compare to the dealer which charge $72 for the set.
Really no wonder mine sux too, 7600 miles. Looks like time for new ones. What happened to the 12k one year wiper blade?
Old 10-21-2011, 09:27 AM
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I had a similar problem on my 08 G sedan, never got the issue completely resolved. I used clay bar on the windsheild and it helped for a while. My 11 G37 coupe does not have this issue at all.

I'm thinking new/better blades will solve your problem. Look for blades that do not look like toothpicks. If they are more substantial and since they weigh more they will do a better job.
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Get the Bosch wiper blades. The factory ones are crap
Old 10-21-2011, 09:48 AM
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I thought all wiper blades were crappy and that's how the companies make money and stay in the wiper blade business. Any wipers after the "stock" ones always seem not to last as long.
Old 10-21-2011, 10:10 AM
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They replaced my blades free of charge everytime I go in for service. Since I barely drive the car these days, I haven't gone in for service quite as much but yes, the wipers do stink. Plan on replacing them with some Bosch jumpoffs when the winter season hits
Old 10-21-2011, 12:02 PM
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Yeah, I'm gonna try and ride these out til the end of winter, but considering the winter we had last year it might not be possible... I'm not gonna get dealer wipers, I'd rather pay $30 for some good ones... Even my bro's sedan had ****ty factory ones, and he has an '09... He says he bought Rain-X now and they're good... Maybe I'll read reviews before I buy some lol
Old 10-21-2011, 02:42 PM
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PIAA Silicone blades are by far the best I have ever found but they are a little bit more pricy then the others.
Old 10-21-2011, 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Big guns
PIAA Silicone blades are by far the best I have ever found but they are a little bit more pricy then the others.
+100 loved my PIAA Silicone blades on my last car. Probably lasted me like 3 years. Well worth the price.
Old 10-21-2011, 03:12 PM
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I had the same problem. My '08's blades were streak-free, but my 11's driver side blade was terrible. I told the dealer after 1 week in the car and they said they'd get me a replacement, but never did. I ended up just picking up some Rain-x blades and they've been working much better. Might try the Bosch like everyone suggests soon.

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