Good that you found this useful. On removing the rubber, there is that small notch that retains the rubber will keep it from sliding out, just pull and the rubber will tear and come out. It is not hard to do, but the first time can be slower, take your time. My first one just got a tear from being stuck with ice so I will probably do this again this week. I will try to take more photos
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Wiper Blade Replacement Tesla Model Y
- Thread starter Acoaxet
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I still haven’t bought any new rubber replacement for the wipers. Is there such a thing as a premium rubber? Or that “premium” is just a marketing word?
Here one that mentions premium, was thinking of this route. Dont think there is really a difference, it has to last about a year and that is enough.
Wiper blade and/or rubber is either rubber or silicone or something in between. They need to be replaced at least every year or less depending on your usage and environment.
As long as you keep your windshield clean, you should have no issue. if your windshield is always dirty and you never clean it, you really should not blame the wipers.
As long as you keep your windshield clean, you should have no issue. if your windshield is always dirty and you never clean it, you really should not blame the wipers.
Midnightsun
Active Member
Silicone is superior to rubber. See link in both posts 98 & 99 for silicone inserts. Around $1 a piece on Amazon.
Yes, totally depends on how well you take care of them. With my PIAA Super Silicones, I've had them last up to 5 years, even when parked outside in the PacNW. That was with regularly cleaning the blades and the windshield. However I've never had non silicone blades last longer than a single season. Sometimes only a few months, under the same conditions.
Replaced the refill last night, forgot to mention that if you remove the "bottom" clip, it is easier since that is the clip that has the catch that holds the refill in place. this is the reason to cut the small slot in the refill in my writeup. Took about 10 mins to remove clip, cut slot and put back on car. very easy to do.
Midnightsun
Active Member
Once you have played with it and understand how it is done I agree, a simplistic short job. I have the Bosch set on right now and the originals are rebuilt with the silicone refills ready to be swapped out next time it is required which I normally do just before the onset of winter.
Brian-MS90D
Member
Tesla now has Model Y replacement blades on their website for order under the Model Y. $25 each (LH & RH versions).
$50 total (plus $3.90 tax) (free shipping)
$50 total (plus $3.90 tax) (free shipping)
You can spend $81 for a pair of Rainx silicone wipers that might not fit the Teslas
Crazy
Like the Gen 3 for $475 vs $900 for ChargePoint
Tesla seems reasonable
$54 for a pair of wipers is great
I will just see if I can cut it 80% using generic silicone inserts
Btw, we own husband and wife Vessels, a great buy at $35
Crazy
Like the Gen 3 for $475 vs $900 for ChargePoint
Tesla seems reasonable
$54 for a pair of wipers is great
I will just see if I can cut it 80% using generic silicone inserts
Btw, we own husband and wife Vessels, a great buy at $35
No wiper option update yet:
1. Silicone refill blade inserts from Amazon $6
2. Costco Michelin wipers $14 when on sale
We know Teslas wiper replacements are great quality and good value at $54
Unfortunately but good, my original Tesla wipers on the new 2023s are still working perfectly
Reason for the delayed update
1. Silicone refill blade inserts from Amazon $6
2. Costco Michelin wipers $14 when on sale
We know Teslas wiper replacements are great quality and good value at $54
Unfortunately but good, my original Tesla wipers on the new 2023s are still working perfectly
Reason for the delayed update
Adding my contribution to this thread. Say on Reddit that someone was recommending these refills for the existing wipers. I like that they are OE supplier and more importantly they are silicone. Havent installed them yet, just ordered this morning. I'll be sure to update this post with my experience. Considering these are 4 26" refills.. my guess is they should last for another 4 years.. as I plan to replace them once every-other year going forward.
Sango2
Member
I am also thinking of doing this as well since my wiper blade is beginning to streak since it is almost a year now with the original.
Since you performed the adapter connection swap with Bosch Aerotwin, I am actually curious if an adapter swap is even possible to with the Bosch Icon blade.
wipers on 23 mylr bought in march started squeaking so replaced with these silicone refills. seems to be good wiping on initial testing but will have to see about longevity. at $13 for 10 refills, its much cheaper than buying a full blade set. i used to only use refills but assumed they were gone when retailers stopped carrying them years ago. good to know they are still an option as throwing away a perfectly good blade due to bad insert was such a waste.
I was like you guys when I bought my Ts
Get replacement wipers ready
For my MY it’s been 12 months on the originals and still working great
As usual, Tesla has as original and replacement amazing wipers, no adjustment necessary
They are $50 pair
At even walmart you can spend $60 a pair and not sure they will install correctly
Go Tesla !!
Get replacement wipers ready
For my MY it’s been 12 months on the originals and still working great
As usual, Tesla has as original and replacement amazing wipers, no adjustment necessary
They are $50 pair
At even walmart you can spend $60 a pair and not sure they will install correctly
Go Tesla !!
laservet
Member
I’m on my second set of Tesla blades, 3 1/2 years and second set is still doing a great job. I have absolutely no reason to consider aftermarket blades.
