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Installed new wiper blades.
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I used RainX wipers for a long time but Bosch makes a superior product, they last for a long time so far, even in the baking sun
The RainX washer fluid, though, is fantastic.
Is there some kind of disadvantage to using this stuff? I can't remember exactly but I feel like every time someone mentions this stuff someone else explains why not to use it.
In newer vehicles with washer fluid level sensors, rainX washer additive can cause the level sensor to stop functioning correctly and always think the tank is empty and you get a light on the dash, otherwise AFAIK no other issues
I'll take being able to see at night in the rain over a light on the dashboard any day.
Except the silicone in the fluid will plug the screens on the pump and the level sensor, so it will always show empty. As a mechanic I hate that stuff.
You may have missed my other comment about that:
And for me, replacing a washer pump and/or level sensor occasionally is not a big deal. I find the trade-off for the extra safety to be well worth it.
Use Aquapel instead, it works 100x better, and doesn’t ruin your washer system.
I'm just seeing the glass applicator stuff - how long does it last before you have to reapply?
Lasts about a year.
I will seek it out, thank you!
I followed this same path. RainX are a fine blade, but Bosch performs better and lasts significantly longer.
I'm actually in the market fow new wipers and I've been using RainX for well over a dacade. Maybe it's time to try a new brand. My last set of Rain X blades started to leave streaks after like 6 months (could have been the really bad winter - lots of ice and salt). Not horrible streaks, they aren't a safety concern, but little imperfections really bother me. I'm very particular about my windshield cleanliness.