Wiper blade refills are a cost-effective alternative to replacing the entire wiper blade. However, they can have limitations in durability and performance. Streaks on the windshield and screeching noises are signs that your wiper blades have reached the end of their lifespan. Replacing your wiper blades will help you drive more confidently in rain and other road conditions.
TRICO Break-To-Fit Narrow Refills
When it comes to replacing the rubber wiping element of your windshield wiper blade, TRICO has a wide range of refills to choose from that will fit both TRICO and OEM blades. They’re available for a variety of long frame plastic and metal blades including TRICO Sense, NWB and Bosch.
For those looking for a great alternative to replacing the entire wiper arm and blade, TRICO offers the industry%27s only metal Break-To-Fit narrow refills. These refills feature stainless steel metal rails scored at 1” intervals to make customization a breeze and come with two per package.
The 45 Series narrow refills are designed to fit 7mm trapezoidal claw twin rail blades and can be used for both TRICO Exact Fit and Classic Blades as well as NWB, Bosch and SWF blades. They’re made of natural rubber and have metal twin rails pre-assembled for ease of installation. The 43 Series steel refills are designed to refill both TRICO and Anco long frame metal blades. They’re made of natural steel with a steel vertebra and are also compatible with old Anco 25 Series blades.
TRICO 44 Series Universal Refills
The wiper arms attach to the windshield frame via a 7mm bayonet end. The factory 16″ metal blades are quality stainless steel designs with a rounded tip (see #56L in the photo). They take standard 5/16″ wide refills. Aftermarket 16″ blades that use a bayonet end fit the factory arms too. 44 Series refills fit long frame TRICO and OE plastic blades with a metal end clip. These refills have twin rails that are pre-assembled for easy installation. Available in sizes 13″ to 22″.
These narrow claw twin rail refills fit TRICO Exact Fit blades, Bosch and NWB blades, as well as old Anco 25 series. They come in 380 mm to 500 mm sizing. These refills have metal twin rails that are scored at 1-inch intervals to break them to the exact length for your specific application. They also include a nozzle and are pre-assembled for quick installation. These are the best Wiper blade refills for your Datsun 1200.
TRICO 45 Series Narrow Refills
The industry’s only metal Break-To-Fit narrow refills. Stainless steel metal rails are scored at 1″ intervals to allow you to customize the blade length to suit your vehicle. Includes two refills per package. Designed with twin rails pre-assembled for ease of installation. Fits Original Equipment and TRICO twin rail blades with square claws. Sold individually because nearly half of all vehicles have two different blade lengths.
I have been using the Trico Exact Fit refills for years and they are simple, solid, and inexpensive. They last 6mos to a year. I get them at my local O’Reilly’s, but they are also available on ROCKAUTO and other online stores.
I also use the Wiper Technology blades and they perform well, are heavy duty, and are designed with motorhomes in mind. You can see their motorhome catalog HERE. The only problem is that my local CarQuest does not carry the 45-series refills – they only have the non-metallic Anco 25 refills in stock.
TRICO 46 Series Narrow Refills
The perfect solution for narrow wiper blades, these refills fit TRICO Sense and Original Equipment blades with a steel vertebra. Unlike other refills, which use plastic end clips, these metal replacements have metal twin rails pre-assembled for easy installation. These refills are designed to work with 7mm trapezoidal claw twin rail wiper blades like those found on TRICO Exact Fit, Bosch and NWB blades as well as old Anco 25 Series. They have metal end clips for secure, fast installation and are available in 380 mm to 500 mm sizing.
The stainless steel metal rails on these replacement wiper blade refills are scored at 1″ intervals to make customization a snap. This makes it easier than ever to get the best possible fit for your windshield. These refills are backed by a 12 month/12,000 mile warranty.
Conclusion
Wiper blade refills are a convenient way to replace the rubber element of a wiper blade. The process is very similar to replacing a whole wiper blade, but with less fuss. A dry wiper blade can leave streaks on your windshield that make it difficult to see the road ahead of you. Don’t let this happen to you.
