[DaSiennaFan]

Anyone had any experience with the Valeo Premium wiper blades? Seems to be expensive, since my local Toyota dealer sells the refills for under $10 a pair.

Amazon has http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B002N4PYY8/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&v=glance"]the passenger side[/url] for $16.98, and http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B002N4MB6W/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&v=glance"]the driver side[/url] for $17.98.
There's a $15 instant rebate for buying two (offer ends 12/31). Choose FREE Super Saver Shipping making it $19.96 for the pair.

 

[topspy]

Geez......whatever happened to the $2 wiper blade REFILLS!!!!!
Just can't find them anymore.
It's a conspiracy between retailers and wiper manufacturers to FORCE you to spend approx $10+ every 1-2 years per wiper and to replace the entire arm+blade assembly when all you really need to do is replace the rubber blade itself.



YMMV.
Good Luck!! 8)

 

[romualds]

I buy OEM refills from Toyota of Dallas. They are about $4 each (for front) and $2.54 for rear.

Front: http://www.trademotion.com/partloca...enna&year=2004&catalogid=2&displayCatalogid=0

Rear: http://www.trademotion.com/partloca...enna&year=2004&catalogid=2&displayCatalogid=0

 

[brian_bp]

I have not tried the Valeo product, but have started to use other frameless wiper blades. For me, the advantage is that they do not ice up like the stock open-frame wiper blade structure. Despite brand names such as "Michelin", they are made by companies which you've never heard of, and vary in quality. They are more expensive than refills, but cheaper than traditional "winter blades".

 

[tbalon]

I have a pair on my Wife's Camry and they are about 4 months old. They seem to be holding up well and performing better than the Anco blades they replaced.

 

[2006SiennaLE]

My Contour has the Rain-X Latitudes. I got them about a year ago and they still work really well. Very quiet and streak-free wipe.
Approximately $13 each from Amazon.
I used to buy Trico Exact-fits from Kragen for $9-ish and so I thought I'd spend the extra money and get frame-less ones.
I'll bet that the cheaper refills online will have some kind of shipping charge.

BTW, I don't replace my blades every 6 months. That's like 3000 mile oil changes for me (overkill IMO). I replace them whenever I feel that they aren't wiping well. WYSIWYG.

 

[05xle6]

I just use the Toyota refills.

But Costco has the Goodyear bladeless type for $7.99, with sizes ranging from 18-24 inches.

 

[Michael9]

I have the Valeo Ultimate (Amazon) and the Trico Flex (Advance Auto Parts). They are beam blades. Not sure if that is "bracketless" but they look similar to the Valeo Gen2s.

I like them a lot and think they are well worth the extra money. Very clear streak-free wipe. I've had bad luck with Michelin and Rain-x. I'd say the Valeos are worth a try on your driver's side at least.

 

[JTV]

Amazon has wrong size for 2nd gen sienna driver side wiper blade. 24" instead of 26". Be careful.

 

[topspy]

Amazon has wrong size for 2nd gen sienna driver side wiper blade. 24" instead of 26". Be careful.

For my 2004....(should be the same for all 2ndGen 2004-2010):

DRIVER = 26in OEM / 28in MAX
PSGR = 19in OEM / 20in MAX
REAR = 16in NARROW blade REFILL ONLY (this is for 2004-SOME 2005 rear wipers that have the plastic "aero-style" cover, not the metal frame design of 2005+)

YMMV.
Good Luck!! 8)

 

[JakeTse]

Yes, I am using the Valeo All-Season Fameless windshield wipers. Actually I think this is one of the best wiper blades on the market, which might be one of the reasons why it's a little more expensive than the standard. Think of the all-season feature, it can stand up to harsh winter weather conditions like heavy snow, and it won't easily get worn in hot summer days. It is worth the price!

 

[pejmanlevian]

Great information shared. . .