Wiper Blades?

rmorin1249 · 08-23-2023, 02:50 PM

Other than OEM blades available from a dealer what brand/model blades have you found to provide good performance? I think the OEM blades are Bosch, is this correct? Thanks in advance.

GerryC · 08-23-2023, 03:38 PM

BMW uses Bosch on the current X5s. I've also seen them use Valeo.

For the pair I got Bosch AeroTwin A 088 S. That includes 20" and 26" blades.

When I ordered my last set, stock was hit or miss. You can compare prices with some of the online BMW dealer's parts department. getbmwparts.com

smovva · 08-23-2023, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by rmorin1249

Other than OEM blades available from a dealer what brand/model blades have you found to provide good performance? I think the OEM blades are Bosch, is this correct? Thanks in advance.

I tried the Bosch Focus which were the new fangled and more expensive ones and they were pretty bad. I went with the most recommended ones on this board, the Bosch Icon and they are fantastic. $53 for the pair on Amazon USA.

BOSCH ICON 26OE20OE Driver & Passenger Side Premium Beam Wiper Blades - Set of 2 Combo Pack (26OE & 20OE)

vinnymac · 08-23-2023, 07:04 PM

I use RainX Expert Fit Beam B-26-2 and B-20-2 for the windshield and OEM Rear part # 61627442093.

The RainX wipers are available just about everywhere and the OEM rear is available online.

nZtiZia · 08-23-2023, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by smovva

I tried the Bosch Focus which were the new fangled and more expensive ones and they were pretty bad. I went with the most recommended ones on this board, the Bosch Icon and they are fantastic. $53 for the pair on Amazon USA.

BOSCH ICON 26OE20OE Driver & Passenger Side Premium Beam Wiper Blades - Set of 2 Combo Pack (26OE & 20OE)

i second this recommendation. i began using ICONs on my previous Audis and continue on both our bimmers now

Edubya · 03-27-2024, 10:52 PM

Edit - is it A351H? Hey all,

Anyone have the part number for Bosch Icon rear X5 G05? Interestingly enough I went to Bosch site and put my 2021 X5 in as the car and it said it has no wipers that fit my X5.

Anyway, TIA.

mmm50i · 03-27-2024, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smovva

I tried the Bosch Focus which were the new fangled and more expensive ones and they were pretty bad. I went with the most recommended ones on this board, the Bosch Icon and they are fantastic. $53 for the pair on Amazon USA.

BOSCH ICON 26OE20OE Driver & Passenger Side Premium Beam Wiper Blades - Set of 2 Combo Pack (26OE & 20OE)

I use these as well. Easy install, great blades!

mmm50i · 03-27-2024, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Edubya

Edit - is it A351H? Hey all,

Anyone have the part number for Bosch Icon rear X5 G05? Interestingly enough I went to Bosch site and put my 2021 X5 in as the car and it said it has no wipers that fit my X5.

Anyway, TIA.

It should be A351H, it must be an error on their site.

EDIT: It's not from their ICON lineup.

MADBMWX5MC · 03-28-2024, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vinnymac

I use RainX Expert Fit Beam B-26-2 and B-20-2 for the windshield and OEM Rear part # 61627442093.

The RainX wipers are available just about everywhere and the OEM rear is available online.

Been using RainX wipers for as long as I remember, but others are presenting good choices too.

nZtiZia · 03-28-2024, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edubya

Edit - is it A351H? Hey all,

Anyone have the part number for Bosch Icon rear X5 G05? Interestingly enough I went to Bosch site and put my 2021 X5 in as the car and it said it has no wipers that fit my X5.

Anyway, TIA.

I’ve never used Bosch ICON for the rear wiper as a part has never popped up in my searches over the past 3 years. I’ve only purchased the front wipers

MJBradley1967 · 03-28-2024, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by nZtiZia

I’ve never used Bosch ICON for the rear wiper as a part has never popped up in my searches over the past 3 years. I’ve only purchased the front wipers

There isn't a Bosch Icon for the rear, just the "standard" Bosch A351H. I have 2 spares to back up the new one I put on a few months ago.

nZtiZia · 03-28-2024, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by MJBradley1967

There isn't a Bosch Icon for the rear, just the "standard" Bosch A351H. I have 2 spares to back up the new one I put on a few months ago.

yup, that’s why I replied to him that a part number for Bosch ICON rear wiper doesn’t exist

(he was looking for one)

flyingeagle · 03-28-2024, 10:56 AM

Aerotwins are great. I personally don't think those expensive bosch wipers are worth it. I use

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Works fine for 6+ months in new england weather. I change them about twice a year.

Also, the OEM wiper that came with the car was garbage. It streaked on day 1 and I had to change them out after 3 months.

mitch57 · 03-28-2024, 12:21 PM

I have been using BMW wiper blades on my X7. I live in the Pacific Northwest where it rains all the time. The BMW wiper blades last over a year with no streaking or chattering whatsoever.

I recently decided to give the Bosch Icon's a try and so far they are on par with BMW wiper blades. My understanding is that BMW uses rebranded Bosch blades.

One caveat on the Bosch is that the connecting mechanism on the wiper blade is fatter and sits higher. So, when the wiper is in it's lowest (not standby position but position when the car is turned off) the connector sticks up slightly and can be seen from the driver's position. I don't have this problem with the stock wiper blades.

Edubya · 03-28-2024, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mmm50i

It should be A351H, it must be an error on their site.

EDIT: It's not from their ICON lineup.

Thank you! yeah it's weird for the X5 it is showing ZERO wiper blades are compatible, any lineup, must be a mistake.

MJBradley1967 · 03-28-2024, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Edubya

Thank you! yeah it's weird for the X5 it is showing ZERO wiper blades are compatible, any lineup, must be a mistake.

I wanna say I had the same problem with the NAPA website. Their loss, I went to an O'Reilly's.

blau808 · 03-28-2024, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by MADBMWX5MC

Been using RainX wipers for as long as I remember, but others are presenting good choices too.

I like RainX blades because they apply RainX to the windshield and do a pretty good job of beading.

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vinnymac First Lieutenant 157 Rep 384 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 50e Join Date: May 2011 Location: Saint Louis, MO iTrader: (0)	I use RainX Expert Fit Beam B-26-2 and B-20-2 for the windshield and OEM Rear part # 61627442093. The RainX wipers are available just about everywhere and the OEM rear is available online.
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flyingeagle New Member 17 Rep 17 Posts Drives: 2024 x5 Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: nyc iTrader: (0)	Aerotwins are great. I personally don't think those expensive bosch wipers are worth it. I use https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Works fine for 6+ months in new england weather. I change them about twice a year. Also, the OEM wiper that came with the car was garbage. It streaked on day 1 and I had to change them out after 3 months.
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mitch57 Lieutenant Colonel 805 Rep 1,790 Posts Drives: 2020 BMW X7 xDrive40i Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Pacific Northwest iTrader: (0)	I have been using BMW wiper blades on my X7. I live in the Pacific Northwest where it rains all the time. The BMW wiper blades last over a year with no streaking or chattering whatsoever. I recently decided to give the Bosch Icon's a try and so far they are on par with BMW wiper blades. My understanding is that BMW uses rebranded Bosch blades. One caveat on the Bosch is that the connecting mechanism on the wiper blade is fatter and sits higher. So, when the wiper is in it's lowest (not standby position but position when the car is turned off) the connector sticks up slightly and can be seen from the driver's position. I don't have this problem with the stock wiper blades.
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