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Old May 4, 2013 | 03:46 PM
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I had a problem with them. I just got oem wipers with the indicatation sticker. Works really well
 
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Old May 7, 2013 | 09:54 AM
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Same problem here but with Goodyear blades and ICON blades. I'll try trimming them down with a razor blade to see if it'll help.
 
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Old May 7, 2013 | 02:04 PM
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So here's what is happening:

The blade has a lot of side to side movement. This is not entirely due to the flex of the blade but also the amount of play at the connector.

That movement, combined with the shape of the end, allows the blade to hit the inside of the wiper arm, and become smashed under the arm. That lifts the arm (and wiper) off the window.

Here is a video and a couple pictures.


Smashed blade end:


See the lift?:


I plan to call Bosch to discuss the problem. Not sure if they will care, but I think it's worth a call to let them know about it.
 
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Old May 7, 2013 | 02:10 PM
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^yup jus razor of the entire fin including the end cap make it all nice and flat

anyone tried the newer style oem blades from infiniti? i wonder if theirs is stiffer to compensate for the extra play
 
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Old May 7, 2013 | 02:14 PM
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Did you cut down the top, sides, or both?
 
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Old May 7, 2013 | 02:24 PM
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jus the entire top "fin" part
 
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