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Nov 22, 2018 | 03:51 PM

BrianV_

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Correct Wiper Blade

What's the correct wiper blades for these trucks? I have a 1988 F250.

I saw a Trico 18-2 recommended, but only in one place, and I want to get some more feedback before purchasing.

Nov 22, 2018 | 05:36 PM

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Nov 22, 2018 | 05:55 PM

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Should be an 18" blade.

Nov 23, 2018 | 08:20 AM

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Thanks. I know it's an 18" blade, but I'm not sure about the pin attachment, and whether it will work with a 'typical' new replacement blade, now that they all expect the 'J-hook' arms.

Nov 23, 2018 | 09:44 AM

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Most all new wiper blades come with adapters to fit the pin style wiper arms. If you haven't already swapped your wiper arms to the J-hook style, I would. It's an easy and inexpensive upgrade. Any parts store should carry new arms.

Nov 24, 2018 | 02:11 PM

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Why? The last time I bought blades they just went right on without any need for an adapter. Unless the spring is weak there is no reason to replace the arms.

Nov 24, 2018 | 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by My4Fordtrucks

Why? The last time I bought blades they just went right on without any need for an adapter. Unless the spring is weak there is no reason to replace the arms.

It's not really a "must do", but personally I've had an easier time finding wipers since most new wipers are designed around J hook arms. Plus the arms were dirt cheap (less than the wipers), and I never have to worry about using adapters that some wipers require to attach to pin style arms. Again, not a huge "must do", but I prefer the j hooks.