KevinDGP

Bringing this thread back from the dead.

I just ordered the PIAA silicone refills. Those of you who bought only the refills, what did you do about the windshield treatment? I called PIAA and they eventually gave me a part number and a telephone number to call, but the store I called didn't even have the part number in their system. Are you guys just using the blades without treating the windshield?

Thanks in advance.

techguy

I just replaced the OEM with the PIAAs. That's it. I had them on my car since 04.

KevinDGP

Thanks, Techguy.

mikey4226

If you really want to use the window treatment, what I did was I called PIAA and told them that I swtiched my PIAA wipers over to a different car, and I needed another window prep package again...they were very helpful and mailed one to me for free within a week or two. Not sure if it made a difference or not, becauase when I got it, it was like 90% dry, and I have a feeling that it's supposed to be somewhat moist. But either way...that's an option.

KevinDGP

Thanks, Mikey. I tried that after reading your earlier post. The PIAA rep searched around for a couple of minutes before finding a part number, 94000 I believe, then gave me a number to call to order it. The number was to a parts store and the guy who answered said he didn't have that part number in his system. I'll try PIAA again in the hope that I get someone more knowledgeable than the first guy.

Usalinh

I have at set of Bosch Icon wipers which work really great! Had them on the ride for about a year now.

ballerjai

Can someone give me a confirmation. 07 TL-S also uses 26" and 19" blades right?

myusername

i just bought and put on the Bosch Icon wiper blades.....by far the best wiper blade ever. a little expensive but well worth it.
Bosch makes the best wipers and the Icon is the best Bosch....don't get caught up in the PIAA name, they are in fact nothing special.

ballerjai

I hear great things about Bosch, but aziners never gave me bad advice. Picking up the Piaa Super Silicon wipers today. Is their any difference in getting it with the spoiler? I know it's suppose to help in high speeds, but the retailer said it applies so much pressure sometimes it'll skip.

blkaspec

i use to have these, that is until they fell apart this winter, and the only time i experienced skipping was when i was pulling out of the dryer of my no-touch car wash.

nice blades, they apply a nice layer of silicon which makes the water repel very nicely. for me, for the first month or two the seemed to streak a little, and not water streak, but actually leaving streaks of silicon usually along the outside edge. not a huge issue, but i really like a clean window so it was a little annoying.

overall i like them, but they are still an older fashion design. right now i am using the Valio and have been really happy. They are A LOT lower profile than the PIAA and they work great. But i do wish they were silicon because i hate applying rain-x.

blkaspec

i am almost positive this is correct

blkaspec

all it is is gel alcohol, so just spend .99$ and buy a bottle.

don5504

I am using the stock ones for right now but I am thinking of making the switch to the Icons because I loved them on my VW. Bracketless wipers FTW! valeo are good too.

How about some chrome triple blades?

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ballerjai

got the PIAA SS blades, let's see how they perform the next rain! I actually prefer my glass without the rainx crap they give. Leaves a lot of marks.

NOX 3.2

Bosch Icon w/spoiler
best performance and looks

jmkiang

iTrader: (5)

Hey guys, I know this thread has been inactive for a month or so but...

I'm looking at getting the PIAA wipers as mine need to be replaced. I can't decide if the CF look will be tacky. What about the "spoiler"? Tacky?

Pictures would be appreciated.

Thanks.

ACURAte_1

I like my Reflex blades....had em for like a month now and they are awesome.....fast slip on install too.

techguy

I just bought the refills and used the OEM frame.

ballerjai

I don't like the PIAA SS Wipers. I'm going with BOSCH ICON'S next.

BEAR-AvHistory

I am using the Bosch Excel+ with excellent results. Tried Rain-X once & did not like it. With the Bosch there does not seem to be any need for it.

Tecciztecatl

Sorry, but I don't have a pic, but the CF peeled after two years and now looks like shit. I love the "spoiler" but the fake carbon fiber coating fades from UV and is now peeling. I am just waiting for an excuse to buy the regular black ones ...

I love my "silicone" PIAAs, just not the CF.

2005_AM_TL

are there any difference in performance if i just get the refill?
bosch icons or PIAA SS better?

ballinfizzle89

iTrader: (6)

Is there really a thread on windshield wiper blade replacements -_-

2005_AM_TL

why not? they are probably used more than half of the mods/accessories that has their own threads haha

Bearcat94

Just bought some Icons (waiting for arrival). Glad to find I bought the "right" wipers.

JCL622

22" Dub Chrome Spinnaz | Lambo Doors | Multi-Color Underbody Neon | Stock Exhaust with 5" Cans | "Turbonics" Authentic Turbo Sound Simulator | TL Type-R Badges | Custom "Porsche Style" Rear Wing | Suede Dash Trim | 10k HID's & Fogs | Dual Racing Stripes | 60 HP Chipped ECU | "NICERICE" Vanity Plate

sick ride man!!!!!! you are sooooo JDM'd out yoooo!!!


k anyway for wipers...do i just have to buy blades or do i need to do more? i've never actually had to do my own...usually did it at the dealer....but i figured i should just save myself the trouble and get some good ones...the TL stockies suck. can someone explain what to do for me?

playa4real

iTrader: (3)

Wiper blades for first time replacements. Depending on which brand you get, in the future all you may need to buy are the blade inserts.


Nice Bearcat...Bosch Icons FTW

imj0257

iTrader: (1)

Recently got some Bosch Icons.

pokin

For anyone thinking... Bosch Icons <--- these have worked great for me so far. Sooooo easy to replace.

Just never ever mess with blade refills.

Carlito Benito

Avoid the Peak/Valeo Optix frameless blades... They don't clean well at all. They chatter loudly and the 26 inch blade's ends don't even touch the glass. What a waste of money.

TLTrance

What is the part number for the Bosch Icons?

TLTrance

Edit for my post above

Bosch 426A for driver side
Bosch 419B for passenger side

That said, I'll probably pass on these.. the reviews that I'm reading all over the 'net are not that positive, except for the cosmetics (it looks good).

PIAA here I come!

bzyrice

iTrader: (10)

Got the PIAAs!! These things are awesome.. I was in south florida ll weekend and it rains here there like crazy.. I barely even needed the wipers since the silicon that I applied and that the wipers apply made the rain just fly off. I dont know why some people like these, but they work great for me.. If the Bosch ones are really that much better, I will try those next.. But, I really really like these PIAAs..

rockyfeller

iTrader: (6)

Another vote for PIAA silicones!! Props to Elegant who convinced me to go for it.

I shelled a few $$ more and got the topline Sporzas (The one with the spoilers......really not worth the extra money lol. Regular PIAA silicones do just the same. Spent $50 on the pair!) That investment means I will keep buying these refills.

I thought about the whole CF thing.....Sorta goes with all that CF theme on my car all over the place.....Then I thought NAH! All the window/windshield frames are black. Meant to blend in perfectly with a car like mine that is tinted. CF wipers would stick out like a sore thumb, lol. Too 90s. Black is understated and mature.

I've had them on for about 4 months now and they work flawless. I was big on the the whole Rain-X thing but that stuff loses it's effectiveness after awhile and builds up layers. PIAA silicones wipe CLEAN. Buy em!

SCS15

iTrader: (3)

Anyone can take a pic of the piaa sporza's with the spoiler? Curious how they look.

el_ache_veintidos

My civic si (rip) came stock with wipers that were almost identical to the bosch icons (don't know who fabricates them for honda). I fell in love with them and run to the store to buy the bosch icons for my wife's car. When I traded my wife cars for the one she now own's (2006 Accord) I replace the OEM ones for bosch icons and now that I have the TL I have done the same. Best wiper blades out there, period.

Once you get bosch icons, you will never try something different :p

DuoDSG

I just wanted to update the instructions for those who choose to buy from the Pep Boys Website.

pink_ttc posted some really great instructions a good while back, but if you go onto the Pep Boys website it is a bit different. Credit goes to him for these instructions. The updated instructions are below:



Step 1 - Go to http://www.1888pepboys.com

Step 3 - On the left hand side there's a "Part Number Search" area. Under it, click on "More Options".

Step 4 - For the Part Number, use 94065 and 94048 which are the 26" and 19" respectively. Keep it on EXACT MATCH. For the Manufacturer area, use PIAA and change the drop down to EXACT MATCH (just like for the part number). Leave everything else the same. Click GET RESULTS.

Step 5 - Your results should end up with the correct blades for $8.29 and $6.22

THEN BUY!

If you select FedEx Express Saver, shipping should be free!



For those of you looking between this and the original post on page two, the main differences were the following:

1. Going to 1888PepBoys.com is easier. One less step.
2. Prices for the wiper blade replacements are a few cents cheaper.
3. They no longer offer UPS shipping. FedEx is now the way they send stuff to you.

If it takes any longer for my order to arrive, I'll post it here.

Waveform

I've been using the PIAA Sporza's on 3 cars for almost a year, so far they've been terrific.

Paintballny

I bought a CPO TL just recently and was wondering if someone could help me figure out if the blades on my car are oem or aftermarket. They have "mighty" imprinted onto the arm. I am hoping they are oem so I can just buy the refills

smarty666

Does anyone know what the difference is between the Bosch Icons and the Bosch Evolutions? they look to be similar design but someone on another discussion said the evolutions are the latest update to the icons? is this true? also I was hoping to get a couple of opinions and debate going on which one of the followings is the best FOR THE TL!

Bosch Icon vs Bosch Evolution vs PIAA Silicone Wipers??

Also, has anyone used Rain-X cleaner on the windshield glass in conjunction with any of these blades? has that made a difference? does anyone else recommend using some other type of window cleaner/conditioner to keep the window clean of dirt and debri so that the wipers work the best?