Otto Wiper Blades ?
#1
Otto Wiper Blades ?
Hi guys,
Anyone tried these yet? Or another brand that fits our Defenders perfectly?
Thanks
https://ottoblades.com/collections/2...ades-front-set
Anyone tried these yet? Or another brand that fits our Defenders perfectly?
Thanks
https://ottoblades.com/collections/2...ades-front-set
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#6
With who knows how many thousands of Defenders on the road, it seems like only a small percentage of owners are experiencing this ‘wiper’ problem. After two years of ownership, and still the original wipers, I have had zero problems with the performance. It may be how some people maintain their vehicles and the surfaces of the glass. Grime, oils and sludge build up over time and need aggressive removal. And there are tips and tricks to keep the blades performing like new, such as a cleaning with a tiny amount of WD-40 occasionally. And a gentle swipe on the edge of the blade with some emory cloth will restore the edge, which under a magnifying glass will reveal minute tears and gouges. But to expect the blades to swipe all of that built up accumulation is not realistic. Keeping the glass spotless between needing to use them in a hard rain, or even a drizzle is a must. If the windshield is filthy, operating the wipers in the rain will only spread the film more, not clear it magically.
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PaulLR (09-14-2023)
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With who knows how many thousands of Defenders on the road, it seems like only a small percentage of owners are experiencing this ‘wiper’ problem. After two years of ownership, and still the original wipers, I have had zero problems with the performance. It may be how some people maintain their vehicles and the surfaces of the glass. Grime, oils and sludge build up over time and need aggressive removal. And there are tips and tricks to keep the blades performing like new, such as a cleaning with a tiny amount of WD-40 occasionally. And a gentle swipe on the edge of the blade with some emory cloth will restore the edge, which under a magnifying glass will reveal minute tears and gouges. But to expect the blades to swipe all of that built up accumulation is not realistic. Keeping the glass spotless between needing to use them in a hard rain, or even a drizzle is a must. If the windshield is filthy, operating the wipers in the rain will only spread the film more, not clear it magically.
Something is amiss.....
#8
I have had 2 defenders, 3 sets of wipers. All 3 have has issues such as
streaks where it should wipe smoothly
wipers “hopping” across the windshield
the issues occurred in all conditions, such as OEM blades, less than 5K miles on the vehicle, rain only, all the way to aggressive offroad dust and bugs on the highway.
my plan is a non-OEM wiper, and maybe try ceramic coat.
good tip with the Wd 40 cleaning. Can’t hurt to try!
streaks where it should wipe smoothly
wipers “hopping” across the windshield
the issues occurred in all conditions, such as OEM blades, less than 5K miles on the vehicle, rain only, all the way to aggressive offroad dust and bugs on the highway.
my plan is a non-OEM wiper, and maybe try ceramic coat.
good tip with the Wd 40 cleaning. Can’t hurt to try!
#9
I have had 2 defenders, 3 sets of wipers. All 3 have has issues such as
streaks where it should wipe smoothly
wipers “hopping” across the windshield
the issues occurred in all conditions, such as OEM blades, less than 5K miles on the vehicle, rain only, all the way to aggressive offroad dust and bugs on the highway.
my plan is a non-OEM wiper, and maybe try ceramic coat.
good tip with the Wd 40 cleaning. Can’t hurt to try!
streaks where it should wipe smoothly
wipers “hopping” across the windshield
the issues occurred in all conditions, such as OEM blades, less than 5K miles on the vehicle, rain only, all the way to aggressive offroad dust and bugs on the highway.
my plan is a non-OEM wiper, and maybe try ceramic coat.
good tip with the Wd 40 cleaning. Can’t hurt to try!
#10
Sorry to disappoint you, but no rain is also not a solution. Take it from us here in Texas that do not see rain in almost 3 months. The squirts from the wipers (genius LR) are rarely helpful, so you get all that dirt grinding against your windshield every time you attempt a cleaning swipe.