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kris-p



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Front wiper blades - which brand?

Previously I had wiper blades that were quiet while operating. When they got worn, as a replacement I bought Bosch, which are quite noisy - not while moving across the glass, but when they change direction. There is a reasonably loud “thud” as they start moving in the otber direction, which is very annoying. Not sure if anyone else experienced this, but can you please recommend an exact make/model of wiper bladew that you use and are happy with? Thanks
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IDL



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I use Bosch and have never noticed any noise. Next time I go out in the wet I'll listen out for it.
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congoblue



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I have bosch wipers on my Renault and they do exactly what you say with a big thud every time they reverse. I bought them online during the lockdown and I wonder if they might be fakes. I had the same Bosch wipers previously and they didn't do that.
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dorsetfreelander



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I usually buy cheap ones off ebay. Bought these a few weeks ago in time for MOT. £8.60 No problems.

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SteveC



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England 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto Zermatt Silver

I use Valeo. Can't fault them. Steve

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Another Thumbs Up for Valeo. MY 09 GS manual in Lago Grey, Wood Co arm rest and side bumper strips - now sold.

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Dave47



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Valeo Aero VU £8.01 for the pair, on eBay
Been using them for ages and never had any issues.
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3landertwo



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Like Battery, like Tyres, like Oil, like Wipers ..... it's all a subjective choice. A choice that has been discussed many times on this forum. Whistle
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kris-p



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Thanks all, I will give Valeo a go.
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