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Old May 25, 2015 | 09:33 AM
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Rear Wiper - 2011 RVR

I need to replace the rear wiper on my RVR. Went to NAPA etc. and they all tell me it isdealer only part. Really? A 10" wiper is not a stocked item? The Trico ExactFit 10" blade looks identical to the factory Denso. Please tell me I don't have to go to the dealer for this item. I can only imagine how much they would want for one.
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Old May 25, 2015 | 09:45 AM
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I would try to trim an ordinary wiper blade with a razor blade first.
Do you need to replace the arm as well or just the blade? This might be the source for confusion from the dealer's part.

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Old May 25, 2015 | 09:58 AM
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Not the arm, but not just the rubber blade itself; the rubber and the housing for it. It does not seem to be possible to replace the rubber only.
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Old May 25, 2015 | 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by CottageLifer
Not the arm, but not just the rubber blade itself; the rubber and the housing for it. It does not seem to be possible to replace the rubber only.
Then here is your item:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Rear-W...-/360508424730
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Old May 25, 2015 | 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by CottageLifer
Not the arm, but not just the rubber blade itself; the rubber and the housing for it. It does not seem to be possible to replace the rubber only.
According to the service manual the rubber must somehow be removed and replaced.
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Old May 25, 2015 | 11:37 AM
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Old May 25, 2015 | 11:53 AM
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Great.... now how to find an Autotex wiper in Canada...
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Old May 25, 2015 | 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by CottageLifer
Great.... now how to find an Autotex wiper in Canada...
Amazon.com: AutoTex PINK AP-R11 Black Universal Rear Wiper Blade - 11", (Pack of 1): Automotive Amazon.com: AutoTex PINK AP-R11 Black Universal Rear Wiper Blade - 11", (Pack of 1): Automotive

It does say international shipping is available... Otherwise try contacting the manufacturer directly. Their customer service was outstanding and I'm certain they would help you locate a Canadian supplier.
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Old May 25, 2015 | 02:00 PM
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I sent a note to Autotex/Wexco. I found an 11" Trico ExactFt that looks similar for $9 CAD. The issue in Amazon buying is the shipping. Seven or eight bucks to ship a 10 dollar blade. And Canad Post may charge an $8 handling fee. And duty etc...
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Old May 25, 2015 | 09:36 PM
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CottageLifer , You should be able to get a Bosch rear blade that is an perfect match to what you have now ( well a new one )
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Old May 25, 2015 | 09:50 PM
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I was at Canadian Tire today - nothing in Bosch that looked like what I have now.
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Old May 26, 2015 | 05:57 PM
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CottageLifer , I'll try to get the Bosch part number at work tomorrow . The shop I work at owns a very large parts store .
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Old May 26, 2015 | 06:42 PM
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Cool. Thanks! I did get an email back from Autotex. They are useless...
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Old May 26, 2015 | 08:38 PM
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I did find a listing for Trico . if they sell that brand up there .
Trico 12-A Exact Fit Rear Wiper Blade






I have not tried taking mine off yet , ( only have 900 miles ) but on 90% of the cuv's I work on if you take off the cover for the nut the arm will lift up enough to remove the blade .

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Old May 26, 2015 | 08:42 PM
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12" blade won't fit. 11" is the max (OEM is 10) I think I found the 11" version of what you posted.
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