I have a 98 S70 and I need to replace the wiperblades.

I live in Buffalo, NY so I need something that is pretty durable especially with the winter, but also good in the summer.

Any reccomendations out there??

Thanks!!

 

The dealer ones are pretty good but expensive. Rain-X aren't bad either, you can find them at Walmart, and they can install them for you free of charge.

 

I purchased 2 pair of the Rain-X blades from Wal-Mart. They preform well except in sleet. When I was driving through Oklahoma last month and it snowed, they worked fine until the temp dropped below 31 degrees. Once the temp dropped they started skipping on both cars. Very bad and dangerous situation.

 

in my opinion bosch icon is the best.

 

Isn't Bosch a major supplier for OEM wiper blades ?

Bosch are indeed the best. Rain-X was something i would recommend if the dealers are closed.

 

Use standard Bosch.
I don't think Bosch Icon is any better than standard Bosch wiper.

 

Hmm can't help you out, I live in CA not too much extreme weather.

Bosch makes some of the best after market products for Volvo, imo. It would be a good bet to try out their wiper blades. Do a little experimenting since they are so cheap anyways, and let us know what you found out.

I tried two different after market in cabin air filters before trying a third, the Bosch, which fit like a glove, one of the reasons why I lean towards that brand. The mechanic at out local Volvo dealer told me to go with them if you want to pay less for the most OEM-like parts.

 

You should change your wiper blades every 6 months.

I just got some Goodyear (at least I think they were Goodyear) ones from Costco.
Easy to install and work very well.

 

probably not, they just look cooler