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David.Yu · 13th September 2009, 08:43 AM

RainX doesn't work so well when you do use your wipers though, does it?

s2gtr · 13th September 2009, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by David.Yu

RainX doesn't work so well when you do use your wipers though, does it?

It will, with Piaa silicone wiper blades

It does work with standard blades as well, but ideally needs re-applying regularly.

Dave.

sin · 14th September 2009, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David.Yu

RainX doesn't work so well when you do use your wipers though, does it?

The key is regular re-application, works van applied once weekly. Cars dependant on what weather has been like. Usually re-apply minimum one month intervals.

knobbySP1 · 20th November 2009, 10:01 AM

Any news on when a set will be available for the R35?

I've used PIAA wipers on Scoobs for years and never had a problem.

I'm already getting lines with the standard pair on the R35...

srandall · 21st November 2009, 08:22 PM

I have a two week old car, and the wipers smear like a two year old. They can't be worn out, and hence must just be crap from new. I do not see the point in replacing them with more standard Nissan blades, and would be very interested in any better aftermarket items.

s2gtr · 24th November 2009, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by srandall

I have a two week old car, and the wipers smear like a two year old. They can't be worn out, and hence must just be crap from new. I do not see the point in replacing them with more standard Nissan blades, and would be very interested in any better aftermarket items.

Mine is just over a month old, I have the same problem with the wiper blades

Update here on progress here;Piaa wiper blades

I have spoken to PIAA UK today & they tell me that they will not have "beam" blades for at least three months

Dave

David.Yu · 24th November 2009, 08:47 PM

Has anyone found the screen that allows you to switch the wipers from rain-sensing to timed intermittent?

I read that it is possible, but haven't stumbled across it yet!
I hate the rain-sensing setting. Never picks the right speed for the conditions and often gives a wince-inducing "dry wipe" on start up.

Robbie J · 24th November 2009, 10:19 PM

I'm glad you said this David as I had some on a previous cars and they where crap. Its a option I did get

tomgtr · 25th November 2009, 11:35 AM

Go to the comfort settings screen as per manual. Oh, you cant get there!!!!

s2gtr · 26th November 2009, 03:33 PM

Spoke to Piaa UK again today & we may have another solution

PIAA Wipers

These are not currently available in the UK, but samples on the way

Dave

misters3 · 26th November 2009, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s2gtr

Spoke to Piaa UK again today & we may have another solution

PIAA Wipers

These are not currently available in the UK, but samples on the way

Dave

Cheers - very much appreciated.

Turbotwo · 7th August 2011, 12:52 AM

Is there a 2011 update to the wipers availability?

Arcam · 7th August 2011, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Turbotwo

Is there a 2011 update to the wipers availability?

No, they are the same as the pre 2011 cars that have a tendancy to lift off after 175MPH!

David.Yu · 7th August 2011, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Turbotwo

Is there a 2011 update to the wipers availability?

If you're referring to Dave's silicone replacement blades, I think they are now available.
I remember fitting some replacements from him, but can't remember off the top of my head whether they were silicone or not.

ROG350Z · 7th August 2011, 11:31 AM

Ironically my blades are 12 months old and always been fab. Wiper blade and arm replacement, including fitting, £295 Inc VAT when I had my garage door incident which ripped it off ;-). Saying that Group 4 paid for it and Mill Hill took the whole assembly off their demo within 30 minutes to get me going as they didn't have one in stock so it did make up for it a bit (I think even they thought it was a touch steep for a wiper).

13th September 2009, 08:43 AM	#16 (permalink)
David.Yu David.Yu is loving Stealth Zilla with over 700hp! GTROC Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Surrey, UK Cars owned: R35 GT-R, Volvo XC90 4.4 V8, 190hp Abarth 500 (wife's) Posts: 4,802	RainX doesn't work so well when you do use your wipers though, does it? __________________

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knobbySP1 knobbySP1 is struggling for grip GTROC Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Yorkshire Cars owned: Silver R35 - Black Edition Posts: 28	Any news on when a set will be available for the R35? I've used PIAA wipers on Scoobs for years and never had a problem. I'm already getting lines with the standard pair on the R35... __________________

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srandall srandall is unaware they can edit their status GTROC Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hertfordshire Posts: 156	I have a two week old car, and the wipers smear like a two year old. They can't be worn out, and hence must just be crap from new. I do not see the point in replacing them with more standard Nissan blades, and would be very interested in any better aftermarket items. __________________

24th November 2009, 08:47 PM	#22 (permalink)
David.Yu David.Yu is loving Stealth Zilla with over 700hp! GTROC Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Surrey, UK Cars owned: R35 GT-R, Volvo XC90 4.4 V8, 190hp Abarth 500 (wife's) Posts: 4,802	Has anyone found the screen that allows you to switch the wipers from rain-sensing to timed intermittent? I read that it is possible, but haven't stumbled across it yet! I hate the rain-sensing setting. Never picks the right speed for the conditions and often gives a wince-inducing "dry wipe" on start up. __________________

24th November 2009, 10:19 PM	#23 (permalink)
Robbie J Robbie J is feeling we need summer Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: london Cars owned: GTR R35 and 350z (R33s Gone) Posts: 4,643	I'm glad you said this David as I had some on a previous cars and they where crap. Its a option I did get __________________

25th November 2009, 11:35 AM	#24 (permalink)
tomgtr tomgtr is Is tired of the W word! GTROC Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Netherlands Cars owned: GTR R35 UMS premium + Ford Smax 2.5T Posts: 976	Go to the comfort settings screen as per manual. Oh, you cant get there!!!! __________________

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s2gtr s2gtr is Enjoying his 3rd2 R35 GT-R Executive GTR Owners Club Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: DORSET Cars owned: R33GT-S,R33GT-R,R34GT-R Now R35GT-R Posts: 2,405	Spoke to Piaa UK again today & we may have another solution PIAA Wipers These are not currently available in the UK, but samples on the way Dave __________________

7th August 2011, 12:52 AM	#27 (permalink)
Turbotwo Turbotwo is ridiculous. GTR Register User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: surrey Cars owned: GTR,Clio Williams,434TT Chevy mini,Turbo2. Posts: 158	Is there a 2011 update to the wipers availability? __________________

7th August 2011, 11:31 AM	#30 (permalink)
ROG350Z ROG350Z is apparently now pink! GTROC Staff Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London/Darlington Cars owned: GT-R R35 MY'10 Posts: 2,163	Ironically my blades are 12 months old and always been fab. Wiper blade and arm replacement, including fitting, £295 Inc VAT when I had my garage door incident which ripped it off ;-). Saying that Group 4 paid for it and Mill Hill took the whole assembly off their demo within 30 minutes to get me going as they didn't have one in stock so it did make up for it a bit (I think even they thought it was a touch steep for a wiper). __________________ Vice Chairman - GTR Owners Club MY'10 R35 GT-R. GTC Titan 90MM Exhaust, Litchfield Cast Downpipes, Litchfield Bosch 1,100cc Injectors, Litchfield Large Bore Intakes, Litchfield ECUTek Stage Four Tune with MY12 Gearbox Software. AP Racing Slotted Disks all round with Carbotech XP8 Pads. GTC 4 Way Light Kit, Knight Racer CD Carbon Rear Spoiler, Carbon Wrapped Lowers, Carbon Blue/Black Valet Magic Wheels.

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