[jeff618]

Take note - Chevrolet changed the wiper arm attachments from the standard hook attachments to a newer-style push button attachment on Gen 7's. Do not just measure the lengths of the wipers and go out and buy them - not all wiper blades adapt to these newer-style arms. The "Trico NeoForm Beam Blade" is available in 24" & 21" that fit the push button arms. Available online - just make sure you punch in the right make/model/year to make sure you get the right lengths and mount.

 

[DrivenDaily]

Thanks for the info! I had to buy mine from the dealer last year. I like having another source available.

 

[elcompaLalo]

I had a hell of a time finding replacements back in late 08/early 09 when I needed to swap em. Found it easier (and cheaper) to just replace the "rubber blade" than the whole thing.

 

[chevyguy8893]

Just bought tricos' the other day for mine from advance auto parts. It came with a few different adapters to make it a universal blade. They work nice too and cheaper than the dealer.

 

[DrivenDaily]

Good to know. Thanks guys!

 

[jeff618]

Just bought tricos' the other day for mine from advance auto parts. It came with a few different adapters to make it a universal blade. They work nice too and cheaper than the dealer.

Yeah, the Trico Tech's had the adapter system. The Trico NeoForms actually have a specific blade for that mount (so no adapters). There is a $10 rebate on the Techs and a $15 rebate on the NeoForms, so the NeoForms were actually a better deal even though they're top-of-the-line. https://www.wipers123.com/product_d...008&yearhid=2008&model=Malibu&modelhid=Malibu

 

[chevyguy8893]

Yeah, the Trico Tech's had the adapter system. The Trico NeoForms actually have a specific blade for that mount (so no adapters). There is a $10 rebate on the Techs and a $15 rebate on the NeoForms, so the NeoForms were actually a better deal even though they're top-of-the-line. https://www.wipers123.com/product_d...008&yearhid=2008&model=Malibu&modelhid=Malibu

I wish I would have seen that before. Oh well, I really needed blades and it was going to rain. I am not sure why I waited till the last minute. Anyways, I love Trico, I have had them on most of my cars, the one time I tried the overrated Bosch icons I ended up really disappointed. The trico's last a whole lot longer.

 

[jeff618]

I wish I would have seen that before. Oh well, I really needed blades and it was going to rain. I am not sure why I waited till the last minute. Anyways, I love Trico, I have had them on most of my cars, the one time I tried the overrated Bosch icons I ended up really disappointed. The trico's last a whole lot longer.

I think most people tend to react (ie when it rains) vs. preventatively replacing them (ie scheduled maintenance). Thats why I started going online because I'm like everybody else and when it rains, I'd want to buy wipers but since most vehicles take the same common 4-6 sizes, they were usually out of stock (because the rain triggered everyone else too). I usually order them every 6 or 9 months when I receive the replacement reminder email. That way I'm ahead of the game.

 

[chevyguy8893]

I think most people tend to react (ie when it rains) vs. preventatively replacing them (ie scheduled maintenance). Thats why I started going online because I'm like everybody else and when it rains, I'd want to buy wipers but since most vehicles take the same common 4-6 sizes, they were usually out of stock (because the rain triggered everyone else too). I usually order them every 6 or 9 months when I receive the replacement reminder email. That way I'm ahead of the game.

That's how it goes for the parts stores. I generally don't wait till it rains since I don't like doing things at the last minute, but I had just bought the car and I was on my way home. I didn't know it needed blades, lol. Normally I am really good about maintenance so I don't have these problems.

 

[jeff618]

That's how it goes for the parts stores. I generally don't wait till it rains since I don't like doing things at the last minute, but I had just bought the car and I was on my way home. I didn't know it needed blades, lol. Normally I am really good about maintenance so I don't have these problems.

I hear ya!!