Best wiper replacement for X5

streborx · 08-29-2023, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Alan l.

Some of you guys are over thinking what the blades actually do. As long as the length is correct and the connector works you are good to go.

Except for the attachment mechanism -- we need more varieties (lol).

eelnoraa · 08-29-2023, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Alan l.

I swapped out the OEM wiper blades for RainX premium line ones. Reason is because the factory blades are thin/cheap and would stutter across the windshield. that problem went away once i replaced them with sturdier blades.

Some of you guys are over thinking what the blades actually do. As long as the length is correct and the connector works you are good to go.

I 100% agree. They are just freaking wiper blade. Buy what fits, and replace once a year before rain season. It is far better to replace once a year than buy the most expansive and don’t replace.

Doc5513 · 09-02-2023, 11:34 AM

Installed the Icons. Super easy install and great swipe!

rmorin1249 · 09-02-2023, 08:59 PM

Just installed a pair of Rain X blades. Perfect fit. I wipe down the blades with 303 protectant about every 6 weeks. Keeps them pliable and prevents chattering.

swainbmw · 09-02-2023, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by hyde

I am getting a lot of smearing and cloudiness and I think it's the wipers.
What's the best wiper replacement for X5, preferably quieter ones.

Oem there always the best option and they’re always made to contour the windshield .

TheACN · 09-02-2023, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by swainbmw

Oem there always the best option and they’re always made to contour the windshield .

And they're almost always available on Amazon or ebay discounted directly from bmw dealers for around $50. Cheaper than icons.

Doc5513 · 09-03-2023, 02:02 PM

Icon were $50 for front pair and $16 for rear. Amazon, delivered.

XGoober · 11-08-2023, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by XGoober

Not yet. I'm still running the OEM blades that were installed at the factory. When they wear out I'll probably hunt for a suitable silicon replacement but I have no idea how soon that will be.

I promised an update when I installed the PIAA blades so here I am.

I just installed a Si-Tech 26" driver side blade on my '22 X5 45e. There are lots of adapters in the package and I needed the 'M' base and 'A' adapter. Pretty simple install and seems to be working well.

It was the PIAA 97065 model:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...DKIKX0DER&th=1

Ignore Amazon's claim that it does not fit the '22 X5. It does.

mmm50i · 11-08-2023, 10:10 PM

I have the Bosch Icons and they're great! The install was really easy too.

bandersen · 11-16-2023, 10:12 AM

How many of you use a hydrophobic treatment - such as RainEx - on your windshield? Claybar?

Thoughts/comments?

hufington · 11-16-2023, 11:28 AM

I just replaced my windshield wipers with BOSCH ICON and they are good. Much better cleaning in comparison to OEM. Bought from Amazon and installed myself in 2 minutes.
Here is the link:

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

slilley · 11-17-2023, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by bandersen

How many of you use a hydrophobic treatment - such as RainEx - on your windshield? Claybar?

Always use RainX on all my cars! My wife and daughters will tell me when it's wearing off so that I can re-apply on their cars. I'd estimate that I need to re-apply every 2-3 months. Makes a HUGE difference.

AGONXF30 · 11-17-2023, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by bandersen

How many of you use a hydrophobic treatment - such as RainEx - on your windshield? Claybar?

Thoughts/comments?

I used to use rain-x fluid on all my cars, and then stopped in the X5 as I was told it could damage the system. I also stopped in the F30 (which I owned for.a decade) a few years ago, but I never had any issues with its system. I highly recommend to use in on the windshield and it makes driving in rain a lot more enjoyable and one can see more.

nZtiZia · 11-18-2023, 08:54 AM

I used RainX but stopped in 2020 when we got a 540i and read about the damage it can do. I don’t want the inconvenience of an avoidable service visit. if I could, I’d rather use the washer fluid than the sponge applicator. additionally, I didn’t like how their wipers performed

aaaaaaaaaz · 11-18-2023, 11:03 AM

Anyone tried the Costco one which is $7 a piece when on sale ?

aaaaaaaaaz · 11-18-2023, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by nZtiZia

I used RainX but stopped in 2020 when we got a 540i and read about the damage it can do. I don’t want the inconvenience of an avoidable service visit. if I could, I’d rather use the washer fluid than the sponge applicator

Wait what was the problem with rainX wipers? I heard their fluid can damage resovoir sensor but haven’t heard the blade causing troubles yet

TurtleBoy · 11-18-2023, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by alanzyy

Wait what was the problem with rainX wipers? I heard their fluid can damage resovoir sensor but haven’t heard the blade causing troubles yet

He is referring to the fluid not the wipers.

nZtiZia · 11-18-2023, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TurtleBoy

Quote:

Originally Posted by alanzyy

Wait what was the problem with rainX wipers? I heard their fluid can damage resovoir sensor but haven’t heard the blade causing troubles yet

He is referring to the fluid not the wipers.

correct (I added a clarification above)

sthsne · 11-21-2023, 04:49 AM

Just order the Bosch Icons for X5 (front). More than 20k reviews avg rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Amazon, hopefully more than half is real review

Tejas1836 · 11-21-2023, 08:19 AM

Bosch Icons are the top of Tier 1

09-02-2023, 11:34 AM	#47
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09-02-2023, 08:59 PM	#48
rmorin1249 Lieutenant Colonel 818 Rep 1,788 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 MSport 40i Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Hagerstown MD iTrader: (0)	Just installed a pair of Rain X blades. Perfect fit. I wipe down the blades with 303 protectant about every 6 weeks. Keeps them pliable and prevents chattering.
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09-03-2023, 02:02 PM	#51
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11-08-2023, 10:10 PM	#53
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11-16-2023, 10:12 AM	#54
bandersen Captain 593 Rep 811 Posts Drives: MY22 X5 40I M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	How many of you use a hydrophobic treatment - such as RainEx - on your windshield? Claybar? Thoughts/comments?
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11-16-2023, 11:28 AM	#55
hufington Major 3121 Rep 1,354 Posts Drives: 2022 X5 m50i Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 Mercedes-Benz ... [0.00]	I just replaced my windshield wipers with BOSCH ICON and they are good. Much better cleaning in comparison to OEM. Bought from Amazon and installed myself in 2 minutes. Here is the link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...e?ie=UTF8&th=1 __________________ 2022 BMW X5 m50i 2024 MB S63 on order '18 X5 50i / '16 BMW F10 550xi / '13 BMW F10 535i / '07 BMW E64 630i / '03 BMW E65 745i / '95 BMW E34 540i / '89 BMW E30 M3
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nZtiZia Major General 4674 Rep 8,720 Posts Drives: eVeRyOnE mAD! Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: neither here nor there... iTrader: (0) Garage List 2021 BMW X5 xDrive 45e [9.88]	I used RainX but stopped in 2020 when we got a 540i and read about the damage it can do. I don’t want the inconvenience of an avoidable service visit. if I could, I’d rather use the washer fluid than the sponge applicator. additionally, I didn’t like how their wipers performed
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11-18-2023, 11:03 AM	#59
aaaaaaaaaz Captain 573 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 50e (CB/Coffee) Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: sf bay iTrader: (0)	Anyone tried the Costco one which is $7 a piece when on sale ?
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11-21-2023, 04:49 AM	#63
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11-21-2023, 08:19 AM	#64
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