Re: Wiper Blade question?
As for the "wing" air foil, it should be on the drivers side. That is supposed to get the down force from the wind to keep on the glass.
It is easy to switch them back.
There are some refills that you can replace them with at AutoZone, but they are hard to get in the blade. I had to use a pair of pliers to open the metal and then squeeze them shut.
I don't use my wipers above 50 mph any way, I use a coat of wax and then follow up with spray detail every time I wash my car. You have to be careful and make sure that you put a high polish on there because it can cloud. This way, the water doesn't even have a chance to stay on the glass. The wind pushes it off really fast.
I do agree that the OEM rubbers are horrible. I'm trying to find a replacement like the ones that are coming on all of the High line cars like the Lexus and Audi's. The single blade with the plastic imbedded in it. Those are supposed to be superior in cleaning and longevity. But they're expensive. So I think it balances out.