Aero-Wipers working like new again for $4.00

[geoff_gti]

Where's the best place to buy the rear wiper aero assembly?

If you're referring to Mk IV (not Mk V like the post abouve yours) ECS Tuning has a conversion kit, or you can retro fit one off a 9n3 Polo I think (might need some adaption around the spindle cover)

[gringo_54_oval]

Hey guys the other day i was at Costco and noticed they sell aero wipers style for $10 each their measurements are in inches so remember to measure your wipers before you get in there.

Im getting a pair next time i go there for my hiace il let you know if their any good.

[Frankenstrat]

Snowy, there's a wiper thread over in the MkVI section, I'm going to post a link from there to your excellent tutorial.

[mr_walker]

$12.99 - Repco Wiper Refill Set, Plastics Back, 6mm Narrow, 610mm, PN#RRPN24

Thanks for this tip - I picked up some of the Repco rubbers for my Jetta today after being quoted $45 per blade by one of the local dealers . The RRPN24's are up to $13.99 now, but fitted perfectly. Very simple DIY job.

Cheers,

Walker

[RolfGolf]

We need more threads like this - the thread that just keeps giving

[kapowww]

That's some good bumpage right thurr. Thanks!

[JustCruisn]

Did this today on the MK5. Kmart want $8 for the refills now
MK5 needs 24inch / 610mm.

[blackers10]

oooo. will have to give this a go.
certianly a lot cheaper than the alternative.

[kaanage]

Did this today on the MK5. Kmart want $8 for the refills now
MK5 needs 24inch / 610mm.

The Aunger ones? I couldn't find Tricos at my local KMart.

I used the Repco ($19 less 20% this month) plastic backed blades for our Mk6 and 9N3 Polo as these have a full width, flat retaining section (the bit that holds the blade in) like the original blades (just had to remove the plastic backing). Most of the refills have a narrow retaining section and I was worried these could pull through the groove

[JustCruisn]

Yep They had a generic blue one and the Aunger ones with graphite.
Hmm graphite gets on your fingers dunno how it helps clean the windscreen though.

[kaanage]

I think the graphite helps by stabilising the rubber vs UV and also lubricates the blade against the glass to prevent squeal.
I'll try a set of the Aungers on the in-laws Camry

[JustCruisn]

I think the graphite helps by stabilising the rubber vs UV and also lubricates the blade against the glass to prevent squeal.
I'll try a set of the Aungers on the in-laws Camry

Graphite don't help the wipers when its all over my fingers
I assume there is enough stuck on there to not just wash off on the next rain.

[themarvel2004]

So the refills I got from Repco had a plastic backing which doesn't fit. But if I remove the plastic backing the groove in the rubber would be too shallow and just pull out. Where do I get the right refill blades which are just the rubber section and nothing more?

[kaanage]

Which refills did you buy?

I specifically bought the Repco branded 6.5mm plastic backed refills since they have the full width holding section. There's no way these would pull out without tearing the rubber

[themarvel2004]

Yeah, seems I chose poorly - go the Trico ones. I gather they have some others which are better suited so I'm heading back tonight.
Hopefully I can find ones that work.