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Redfox



Member Since: 07 Jan 2024
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Denmark 2007 Freelander 2 i6 SE Auto Izmir Blue
Modern rear wiper on Freelander 2 - rear, that works?

Hello all,

I've read through all 49 search results on changing the rear wiper arm for something hmmm... less agricultural.
All links are out, all fleabay sellers out. And those who managed to get it, broke down shortly after.
The problem with ebay links are obvious - they only work for a short period.

So, wanting a good quality one, looking smooth, could you please suggest one that actually works. Not full plastic that cracks shortly after, risking to scratch the rear glass.

I think I read something about a Dacia rear wiper arm. Surely better than the no name china one.
I also read something about a Ford Mondeo one.
I have no idea if any works.

It would therefore be good to have an actual car brand, model, sub model and model year to go for.

All inputs are appreciated.

Kind regards,
Redfox.

Post #440280 21st Mar 2024 8:38 am
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Lightwater



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Ukraine 2013 Freelander 2 2.0T SE Auto Fuji White

Probably only used mine 3 times, I think all by accident. On a Freelander due to vertical window what is the point.

Wiping reversing camera lens occasionally does have more value.

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Just get Wifey to do the cleaning.
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 Procrastination, mankind's greatest labour saving device!

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Redfox



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Denmark 2007 Freelander 2 i6 SE Auto Izmir Blue

Because I don't live in a dusty country like Australia, but in Denmark, where we get a lot of rain, snow and fog all year round.
Very useful thing, actually.

Kind regards,
Redfox.

Post #440283 21st Mar 2024 8:55 am
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Lightwater



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Ukraine 2013 Freelander 2 2.0T SE Auto Fuji White

People are always surprised about Australian weather.

All my relatives from England & Germany have complained how cold & miserable it is down under.

Still got some of this mud on the car years later. It is outback Australia mud that sets like concrete.

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Sister in-law is arriving tomorrow for another tour down under.

We have a spare gortex raincoat & Bunnings umbrella (6m² (Aussies will understand))* for her! & thongs (for feet) or wellingtons... both water proof!


A big problem in Australia is floods & people drowning. It all might look safe on the surface. Dust it the least of one's problems.


* Sorry for double brackets. Procrastination, mankind's greatest labour saving device!

Acoustic insulation ARB TPMS 3xARB air compressors After cooler Air tank On-board OCD pressure air/water cleaning Additional 50L fuel Carpet in doors ABE 2x1kg Waeco 28L modified fridge Battery 4x26ah Solar 120w Victron MPPT 100/20 DC-DC 18amps 175amp jumper plug Awning 6x255/60R18

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Dave47



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Redfox wrote:
Because I don't live in a dusty country like Australia, but in Denmark, where we get a lot of rain, snow and fog all year round.
Very useful thing, actually.

Kind regards,
Redfox.

I don't remeber which model Ford (could be a Mondeo)
straight swop and looks a lot neater.
Found the order...Rear Wiper Arm & Blade for Ford Mondeo MK4 2007-2015 DAVE.

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Lightwater



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Probably the most useful result doing a seach https://www.freel2.com/forum/topic29567.html Procrastination, mankind's greatest labour saving device!

Acoustic insulation ARB TPMS 3xARB air compressors After cooler Air tank On-board OCD pressure air/water cleaning Additional 50L fuel Carpet in doors ABE 2x1kg Waeco 28L modified fridge Battery 4x26ah Solar 120w Victron MPPT 100/20 DC-DC 18amps 175amp jumper plug Awning 6x255/60R18

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Grimdog



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I had to remove the rear wiper on both the cars ........ It drives the dog ( and consequently me ) mad lol

Post #440299 21st Mar 2024 4:31 pm
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Nodge68



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Re: Modern rear wiper on Freelander 2 - rear, that works?

Redfox wrote:
Hello all,

I've read through all 49 search results on changing the rear wiper arm for something hmmm... less agricultural.
All links are out, all fleabay sellers out. And those who managed to get it, broke down shortly after.
The problem with ebay links are obvious - they only work for a short period.

So, wanting a good quality one, looking smooth, could you please suggest one that actually works. Not full plastic that cracks shortly after, risking to scratch the rear glass.

I think I read something about a Dacia rear wiper arm. Surely better than the no name china one.
I also read something about a Ford Mondeo one.
I have no idea if any works.

It would therefore be good to have an actual car brand, model, sub model and model year to go for.

All inputs are appreciated.

Kind regards,
Redfox.


Mine isn't agricultural at all. The blade and arm blend together seamlessly.
I've got to replace it though, as this winter has started to cause the rubber to break up. Not bad for 3 years I guess.
I change the front blades every autumn, using Bosch replacements. Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate. The family car.
2009 Rimini Red SE TD4. Gone.
2006 Tonga Green i6 HSE. Gone.
Audi A5 convertible, my daily driver.
1972 Hillman Avenger GT, the project.

Post #440301 21st Mar 2024 5:49 pm
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Redfox



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Denmark 2007 Freelander 2 i6 SE Auto Izmir Blue

Thanks for all the input gentlemen. I'll write back on my findings.

Meanwhile, I have changed the main light multi switch for a new one, so now my rear fog lights work as intended Wink

Kind regards,
Redfox

Post #440308 21st Mar 2024 10:33 pm
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Nodge68



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United Kingdom 2009 Freelander 2 TD4 SE Manual Rimini Red

Here's my rear wiper, which I think is very neat.
Apologies for the dirt, but the roads are filthy around my way.
I also need a replacement blade, as mine is splitting at the ends.

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 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate. The family car.
2009 Rimini Red SE TD4. Gone.
2006 Tonga Green i6 HSE. Gone.
Audi A5 convertible, my daily driver.
1972 Hillman Avenger GT, the project.

Post #440312 22nd Mar 2024 10:46 am
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MotionInc



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@Nodge68, is that from a Renault? If memory serves, a member here had fitted one a while back. If it is do you have the part №?

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Nodge68



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I can't remember what it's from, or even where I got it. I'll look out the invoice though, as I need another soon. Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate. The family car.
2009 Rimini Red SE TD4. Gone.
2006 Tonga Green i6 HSE. Gone.
Audi A5 convertible, my daily driver.
1972 Hillman Avenger GT, the project.

Post #440324 22nd Mar 2024 6:12 pm
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Nodge68



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United Kingdom 2009 Freelander 2 TD4 SE Manual Rimini Red

MotionInc wrote:
@Nodge68, is that from a Renault? If memory serves, a member here had fitted one a while back. If it is do you have the part №?


I got it from ebay.
Item No: eBay Item No. 385654309437

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=385654309437 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate. The family car.
2009 Rimini Red SE TD4. Gone.
2006 Tonga Green i6 HSE. Gone.
Audi A5 convertible, my daily driver.
1972 Hillman Avenger GT, the project.

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Cobbet1



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United Kingdom 2013 Freelander 2 SD4 S Manual Aintree Green

I have a wiper like Nodge, it’s from a clio

Post #440326 22nd Mar 2024 6:47 pm
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MotionInc



Member Since: 17 Jun 2019
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Nodge68 wrote:
MotionInc wrote:
@Nodge68, is that from a Renault? If memory serves, a member here had fitted one a while back. If it is do you have the part №?


I got it from ebay.
Item No: eBay Item No. 385654309437

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=385654309437


Thanks! Thumbs Up


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