Wiper blades

[sailaway]

Update...

# ASIN Product Name
1 B07CPYGV8N Etbotu 2pcs Car Plastic Rubber Window Windshield Wiper Blade for 2007-2012 Ford Mondeo
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[sailaway]

Originally Posted by sailaway

Update...

# ASIN Product Name
1 B07CPYGV8N Etbotu 2pcs Car Plastic Rubber Window Windshield Wiper Blade for 2007-2012 Ford Mondeo
You have received a message from the Amazon Seller - ZitingAU
Dear customer,
Thank you for your reply.
We will arrange to reship this order for you asap.
You could ask for the tracking number from us 2-3 business days later. Your patience in waiting for this item would be much appreciated.
If any question,please feel free to contact with us.
Thank you.

Finally the wipers arrived this morning. They look sturdy enough and will report back after fitting them. Too bloody cold and wet down here at the moment.

[sailaway]

Originally Posted by sailaway

Finally the wipers arrived this morning. They look sturdy enough and will report back after fitting them. Too bloody cold and wet down here at the moment.

Finally got them fitted. My hands were too arthritic effected to do so myself. So waited until mate used my mobile mechanic to have his car serviced using my driveway.(Mech's van doesn't fit under his apartment carpark)

Anyway they were fitted and tested used the washer function and no problems.(Don't worry it will rain in Melb soon as this 23c won't last) They were quiet and seemed okay.

My mechanic said to keep my old blades and they can be cleaned up. Only faulty due to my poor Mondy being always kept outside.

Best news apart from him not charging me was from a test of my battery that showed it was on the way out.(I did know that) but his test convinced me to go on eBay and buy a Mondeo battery from Jefferson Ford just down the road. Bought it and picked it up and fitted within an hour from buying it online.

Price $180.56 less eBay coupon on checkout came to $162.50
Then with a seniors card they fitted it for under $50
All up driveaway with new genuine Ford battery for $210

Battery...
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-GENU...A/223056049814

Very pleased with myself.

[NZ XR6]

Originally Posted by sailaway

Best news apart from him not charging me was from a test of my battery that showed it was on the way out.(I did know that) but his test convinced me to go on eBay and buy a Mondeo battery from Jefferson Ford just down the road. Bought it and picked it up and fitted within an hour from buying it online.



Price $180.56 less eBay coupon on checkout came to $162.50

Then with a seniors card they fitted it for under $50

All up driveaway with new genuine Ford battery for $210



Battery...

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-GENU...A/223056049814



Very pleased with myself.

The description says it's a Century battery, but that's much less than I paid. Well done!

I fitted a Century to my MB either 4 or 5 years ago. It's still going strong, and has started the car happily through the winter.

[sailaway]

Originally Posted by NZ XR6

The description says it's a Century battery, but that's much less than I paid. Well done!

I fitted a Century to my MB either 4 or 5 years ago. It's still going strong, and has started the car happily through the winter.

I left the receipt in the car and only remember seeing "Made in Korea" on the battery. Probably too late to see anything now after it has been installed but will get back if I find anything more. Oh and I remember seeing 24 month guarantee.

[sailaway]

Finally got to try the wipers in real rain and they were good. Especially for the price but unknown how long they will last.

Still have the old ones as backup after I do a clean up of them.

[sailaway]

Originally Posted by sailaway

Finally got to try the wipers in real rain and they were good. Especially for the price but unknown how long they will last.

Still have the old ones as backup after I do a clean up of them.

Those cheapies are still going strong but won't recommend them as sometimes a small piece about middle of screen doesn't always wipe 100% That maybe is caused by fallen tree crap but never had that been an issue with Ford wipers. Might go back to them after a clean up????

Found these by accident and maybe worth a look at.(Not by me)
https://www.wipertech.com.au/wiper-b...atch-2007-2014

You can search for other models if interested.

[NZ XR6]

As I've said before, Bosch blades from the UK including postage can be bought for under £25. If you prefer, genuine Ford are a few pounds extra. They take about a week by post.

[hackney]

“Wiper tech” they have a full range for most vehicles.(Australian co.)