Replacement Wiper Blades for 2011 - 378?

[Nomore9-5]

Hi Never thought I'd have to do this but I'm not having any luck finding replacement w w blade for my 378 .I went to local Auto Zone and all they seem to have are ones for cars and light trucks . I called local Ford parts with MH VIN # - nothing there either. Can anyone let me know who I can get them from, part no etc.

[The Otters]

I just replaced mine with standard type blades. The kind that have multiple hinge points and no rubber boot (aka winter blades). This was the only style that sits flat enough because of the lack of curve in the windshield, it's almost flat.
They work great. I also have a GT378.
Now, if I could only get more pressure against the windshield. ...the arms don't have much pressure on them..

[bubbles]

Walmart has replacements. Can't remember which ones but the ones that will work with narrow and wide "J" hooks and I think 28 inches. I have a 2012 GT 378 and got mine there.

[kenandterry]

I can't remember what length my OEM wipers were, but if I recall, they were a length that made them hard to find or the price was crazy.

I am since using 28" wipers which are easily found, do more than enough area for clearing the windshield, and because they may be a little shorter, allow the wiper motor to move them more easily. I also have sleeves to protect them from UV rays, and that keeps them soft like new.

Remove just one of your present wipers, notice the design for attaching and take it with you. Wally World or any automotive supply store should fit you up.

Don't forget to clean the inside too.

[mogman]

I got 28" by Bosch at Autozone. Clipped right on to the existing J hook with the adaptor in the package. The 32' blades are a rip off----they just sweep more area you don't need.
Probably has something to do with Fed safety standards requiring 80% swept area.

[Nomore9-5]

Thanks to all .Did some Internet surfing and found a Trico site that had a tool for selecting wiper blades by motorhome. It listed a 67-284 as recommended replacement . Part number was not in any of the local auto parts guys system but it looks like Camping World might have it ( # 70912 ) . Was the Bosh 28 at Autozone in a yellow package (Evolution) or White ( Ion)?

[BMullins46]

I have found that the Rainex brand have a new style attaching bracket that makeshe changinger the new blade a snap, get mine are Walmart.

[Sprinter2x]

Bosch Icons are the best wipers available, bar none.

[mogman]

Bosch Icon at Autozone

[pmsherman]

I know of three options to get replacement blades/parts
1. Order them from Forest River Parts - two pack
2. Order a Trico 67-284 from Amazon ($$$) if your rig has the oversize J hook blade that's larger than any commonly available replacement wiper.
3. Order, from Amazon, a Trico 45-280 700mm replacement rubber blade for less than $7.

If you choose #3, you'll need to use a small jewler's screwdriver and some needle nose pliers to remove the original rubber blade. The black plastic covers have a release under their top or you can break them off. The clips that hold the flexible support rods for the rubber strip are held in place by bent over clips that can be straightened out. Once removed, the rubber blade assembly can be worked out of the housing and the replacement just slides in and clips in place.

Both of my blades recently needed replacement. I ordered one of each (#2, #3) and both are functioning without problems. In the future, I'll only be ordering the 45-280 rubber replacements.

Phil

[sgtlm17]

Yes I just installed Rain-X Latitude on my class C Ford E450. Installation is beyond easy. See it here on YouTube https://youtu.be/vtZLeY2a_KA