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Old 04-22-2012, 02:45 PM
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Default what size wiper blades on a 996?

had them replaced a week ago @ some auto supply store. the new ones seem too long (22") and i don't have the originals to measure what length they should be. thx.
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the metal section of the wiper blade is 22"... the cartridge is 21 1/4" long. Hope this helps.
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the new 22" wipers go past the edge of window when operating... that can't be normal can it?
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Did you replace the whole wiper or just the cartridge? Aftermarket wipers will not fit that well.
The OEM brand or BOSCH are actually metric in size thus just a little smaller.
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and the Passenger Side is Curved. Valeo is also Supplier. Infact Porsche Genuine is made by Valeo i think
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Originally Posted by Zookie
and the Passenger Side is Curved. Valeo is also Supplier. Infact Porsche Genuine is made by Valeo i think
Hey zookie where do you get yours in toronto?
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Originally Posted by Neb
Hey zookie where do you get yours in toronto?
From Suncoast...

But i buy parts for my VW from www.autopartsway.ca and it looks like they have Valeo Blades for 996's

Passenger Side (Curved) http://www.autopartsway.ca/PartDetai.../pagenum1/tabS

Driver Side with Spoiler & It looks like it come with a Smaller Clip for the Wiper to Attatched to the Rear Wiper Arm http://www.autopartsway.ca/PartDetai.../pagenum1/tabS

So i think i might give it a Try
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I just put 22 inch Bosh Icons on all three wipers on mine and they work fine.



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