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BarracksSi
04-23-2004, 07:15 PM
I've only noticed this lately (hasn't rained much, but we had a decent one today), but my Bosch wipers kinda vibrate when going across the Rain-X-treated windshield.

It's not the buzz-like "brrr" kind of sound that old wipers tend to make. Instead, it's a lower frequency, with about an inch between each shake.

It seems like the wiper arms vibrate quite a lot, and I can't imagine that it's good for them. Should I remove the Rain-X, even though I think it's a great thing to have on my windows?

Would there be another reason?

oldschoolimport
04-23-2004, 07:21 PM
rain-x dissolves the wiper blade material. it is keeping a really fresh edge on the blade, possibly causing them to grab. I would not recommend rain-x if you EVER use the wipers. wax the windshield when you wash the car instead.

BarracksSi
04-24-2004, 03:38 AM
Hmm, interesting. Okay, I'll try the wax thing next time I get a chance to wax the car.