12" Reflex-style wiper? [Archive]

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WeatherB

07-09-2007, 07:31 AM

Hey guys,

Anyone know where I can get those Reflex-style wipers in 12"? These are the type of wipers which do not use springs and hinges.

The smallest size that I've been able to find (from multiple brands) is 16". The problem is that my dad's Mazda 5 needs a 12" for the front.

tnx

bubba1983

07-09-2007, 07:34 AM

have you gone to a canadian tire store and looked at their stock yet?

EvilDeadFan

07-09-2007, 08:05 AM

Bosch Icons make great wipers, not sure about a measely 12" though..

MattC

07-09-2007, 10:02 AM

Mazda 5's are just akward all around aren't they? :chuckle

FLIPDADY

07-09-2007, 10:41 AM

Good luck finding a wiper for the rear. It's like the 3 hatch wiper that has a special blade that attaches to the stock arm.

You would have to change the arm to accomodate an aftermarket blade.

EvilDeadFan

07-09-2007, 10:42 AM

That's too bad, because the oem blade sucks donkey balls. Big smelly ones!

S.F.W.

07-09-2007, 11:02 AM

I recall buying a 12" reflex esque blade at Walmart a few months ago. Needed it for a friends VW Golf.

WeatherB

07-09-2007, 02:07 PM

I understand that these cannot be used on the Mazda 3 hatch, but my dad is looking to replace the front ones on his Mazda 5, which is very awkward. LOL

What kind of car uses a 12" and 26" (estimating this) wipers?

SFW. and Bubba, I've checked Wal-Mart, Costco, and Canadian Tire. No luck.

S.F.W.

07-09-2007, 02:22 PM

Another idea, Lockdown sells Sillblade wipers, maybe they have one, or can get one in sizes for the 5.

starwind

07-09-2007, 07:46 PM

FWIW, according to Canadian Tire's website, the Reflex brand wipers are only available in 16" to 28".

The Michelin Radius wiper blades seem very similar to the Reflex (info at Michelin website here (http://michelinwiper.com/index.php)) and comes in a 12" size.

I have seen them sold at WalMart in the US (am in one at least once a month). Unfortunately, I don't know if they are sold in Canada or not (sorry!).

Hope this helps...

WeatherB

07-10-2007, 07:31 AM

Thanks Starwind, that's good information.

I actually purchased the Michelin ones for my Mazda 3's front windshield from Costco for about $12.99 each.

Perhaps somewhere in the US sells these in 12" then. Time to browse eBay.

starwind

07-10-2007, 09:43 PM

Skarbro

07-11-2007, 05:37 AM

Most welcome.

If US WalMart is selling them, Sam's Club (Canada) might be (on the premise that they are owned by WalMart), too... may be worthwhile to check Sams Club & Costco...

BTW -- did you like them on the Mazda 3 ?????? (i.e. would you buy them again ? were they good for Winter ? how long did they last ?)

The ones from Walmart are Viewmax wipers. I've had them for a year and they are still like new. They work well in combination with Rain-X.

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