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Jan 12, 2018 | 05:44 PM

BowtieConvert

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Wiper Blade Chatter

I installed new blades not long ago. I cant remember if they were Bosch or Trico, but they weren't the cheap ones. For some reason, if there isn't sufficient rain or mist to coat the windshield on the down stroke these things stick and "chatter" all the way down. Aside from being annoying as hell it cant be good for the wiper motor either. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Jan 12, 2018 | 05:46 PM

stewy604

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Maybe try using a windshield fluid with an additive? I use the Rain-X infused fluid here...works great, and helps the water bead off the window. I also apply the Rain-X coating manually a few times a year. Usually the blades will chatter then they start to dry out.

Jan 13, 2018 | 05:32 PM

1956Fatfenders

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My wipers never chatter, even when I have to use them. I've used Aquapel on every vehicle's windshield I own, and will never go back to Rain-X
Rain Repellent Glass Treatment - Aquapel Glass Treatment

Jan 13, 2018 | 05:48 PM

2009kr

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I've found that the Motorcraft wipers (available on Amazon) are the best out there. Try putting a little washer fluid on a paper towel and wipe your blades down - you should do this every few weeks anyway and the OEM wipers will last over a year.

Jan 13, 2018 | 09:18 PM

FishOnOne

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Agreed... Buy you a set of Motorcraft wipers and forget about them.

Jan 13, 2018 | 10:37 PM

HRTKD

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I use a glass polish/sealant and I don't have any chatter. Water beads up so well on the windshield that I don't have to use the wipers as often.

Jan 14, 2018 | 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 1956Fatfenders

My wipers never chatter, even when I have to use them. I've used Aquapel on every vehicle's windshield I own, and will never go back to Rain-X
Rain Repellent Glass Treatment - Aquapel Glass Treatment

I've been using RainX window cleaner for a while now and have no complaints with the result. But I'm always open to new things for the truck so I ordered a package of 6 Aquapel applicators and a can of Aquapel glass cleaner.
As far as wiper blades, I've always been happy with the blades that have come on my Ford trucks from the factory.
Not so much on this go round. Truck was built in late July 2017 and I bought it 8/28/17. Driver side wiper (go figure) is already leaving streaks across the center of the windshield on a regular basis. Windshield has been cleaned a few times and the blades wiped down with an alcohol pad but relief does not last long.
I just might scoot down to the local NAPA today and see what's in stock for new blades.