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I need a new 16 inch wiper for my 228.
Can I just get one from an auto store or do I have to get the whole bracket assembly?
Advice is always appreciated.
 
I imagine that when you say the "wiper", you're referring to the rubber windshield wiper blade? As I can't imagine the metal wiper arm is anywhere near 16" long. If you're just referring to the former... as long as the wiper arm isn't bent or has any serious issues, just replace the wiper blade itself and call it a day. If you're referring to the latter, I imagine local auto parts stores aren't going to have anything like that in stock, though you might get lucky if you've got a local marine shop, or you could check online, etc.
 
Yes. I am just talking about the rubber piece.
I will try getting just one of those...
 
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Yes. I am just talking about the rubber piece.
I will try getting just one of those...
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You should be able to take the wiper blade into just about any auto parts store and have them find you a replacement. Or you could even pop off the entire wiper arm as well, if you need to do it that way and take it into them.
 
Following as i have same need for my 306 Canyon.
First i need to know how to pop the whole arm of the wiper and then see if i can get only the rubber blade.
I fear it's difficult to find here as i see in car part shops only whole arm for cars what would not fit the GW wiper.
I anyone knows a online source for rubber blades what fit the wiper arm it would be of great help.
Chris
 
I have not been able to find just the rubber insert. My local NAPA was able to order one for me (Chris...see link below), but it was the wrong width. The one from NAPA was 8 MM and the blade on my boat is 6 MM.

I just ordered these. I will report back if they fit/work.

Amazon.com: Neatblisser 4Pcs 28inch 6mm Universal Car Rubber Frameless Windshield Wiper Blade Refill : Automotive

Buy Neatblisser 4Pcs 28inch 6mm Universal Car Rubber Frameless Windshield Wiper Blade Refill: Refills - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
www.amazon.com

If I remember correctly, there is a small level/tab where the arm meets the wiper that gets depressed/lifted to allow for the full blade to be removed.

 
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Thanks again,
i checked and it seems i can order them thru Amazon USA and they ship to Italy.
Doing a deeper search i may find a European Amazon shop or another dealer who has them.
Chris
 
Surely Bassey said:
I need a new 16 inch wiper for my 228.
Can I just get one from an auto store or do I have to get the whole bracket assembly?
Advice is always appreciated.
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NAPA has the old style "school bus" wiper. Bring it into store. You can also switch to an automotive style ANCOR wiper arm and blade. Amazon. I did mine a few times until I decided to remove them completly.
 
The old style 'saddle' mount blades are more difficult to find especially OEM Anchor. Saddle mount is the type that attaches to the arm using a thin bolt and nylock little nut. If you current blade is a hook style or a pin style, you have a lot of options. but note that automobile replacement blades may not be up tp snuff for salt water environment. Your blade should be stainless steel, steel color or black painted stainless which may reduce possible glare.
 
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If they are the old “school bus” style blades Napa carries them. Only place I found.

Windshield wiper blades.
NAPA 60-1870 arm and blade. $9.99.
Blade only 60-1805 $5.99.
Trico 70-180 may work as well.
 
28 Sailfish - these are blades and wiper - secured by nut and bolt to arm - very difficult to find other than NAPA

NAPA Auto Supply Part # WIP 62065 Heavy Duty Wiper 20 Inch
 
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Legend said:
28 Sailfish - these are blades and wiper - secured by nut and bolt to arm - very difficult to find other than NAPA

NAPA Auto Supply Part # WIP 62065 Heavy Duty Wiper 20 Inch
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All the wipers I have used on my 1997 Islander were pressed on to spline shaft.
 
ANCO makes the replacement rubber that will fit. Bring one to a local parts store and they can match it for you. You can get stainless steel arms with new blades if you want them but $.
 
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