Windshield wiper Chatter
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Boston_Pilot
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Did you replace the arms? Or, just the rubber inserts?
The wiper-washer design is just never going to work well, IMHO, and I also think 26" blades aren't helping.
I have not tried RainX because we don't get much rain where I am, so my biggest issue is the washer design is terrible and no matter what blades I use the windshield just never gets clean.
I have not tried RainX because we don't get much rain where I am, so my biggest issue is the washer design is terrible and no matter what blades I use the windshield just never gets clean.
I have a theory that modifying the washer fluid supply lines to spray both the leading and trailing edges of the wiper blade simultaneously may help. It may also require a pump that can move more fluid. Another option would be to install a nozzle that sprays the windshield and is independent of the wiper blades.
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Clarity_Newbie
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el kepis
Perhaps you've already looked at the thread linked below...or not. From post #30 on down there is some informative posts which may be of help. Slight adjustment and checking the sprayer opening are sound steps to consider.
https://insideevsforum.com/communit...washer-nozzle-position.6180/page-2#post-76646
Like someone already stated..may never be the greatest but some DIY may improve flow/coverage significantly.
Good luck!
jdonalds
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Mowcowbell
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Another option instead of RainX is Meguiars Quik Wax. I've used it on my exterior glass for 2 years and it repels water quite well, but still allows the wiper blades to smoothly swipe across the windshield. The advantage of Meguiars is that you can use it on all exterior paint surfaces and it won't leave a white waxy residue if you accidentally get some on plastic.
megreyhair
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I tried Rain-X and that worked really well but you will need to apply it like very other month. So I switched to Aquapel , which lasts a lot longer than Rain-X. In both cases, no more chatter, skipping, jumping,etc
Boys. Went to the dealer and had him evaluate the issue. He replaced the rubber inserts for no charge and it fixed the issue. I guess I just have to replace rubber inserts more often than I initially anticipated.
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Somewhere (I've tried snail-mail twice but have not received a reply about where), @KentuckyKen is smiling about someone recommending RainX on this forum.
Mowcowbell
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Instead of RainX, I use Meguiars Quik Wax on the exterior glass surfaces. I use Honda OEM wiper blade refills. The advantage of Meguiars is you can use it on all exterior painted surfaces as well.
turtleturtle
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When I tried rainx, it just seems to smear and streak when I use the wipers. Is that normal?
RainX requires significant elbow grease, but after I polish off the excess, I can go weeks without using the wipers.
I just bought a new Clarity in April 2021, the wiper smeared and bounced abit on day 1. I couldn't take it anymore and took it back to dealer. I was told that the windshield may needed a polish then it would be fixed. After removing the windshield film or something, dealer found out that the windshield was all scratched up, they think it is a defect. They ordered a new windshield for me and will be installing it once it arrives. Hope this helps.
