An important attribute of the car is the wipers, namely the wiper blades. And of course, like all machine attributes, they have an expiration date. When using a car, drivers, at the first problems with windshield wipers, throw them away, and instead buy new brushes, or use old ones until they are completely unusable. In this case, they are faced with poor-quality glass cleaning during rain or hail.
Not every car enthusiast knows that old "wipers" can be given a "second life". To do this, you need to know a few of the simplest ways and apply them in life.
Warm water
It is possible to restore the original elasticity of the wiper blades in a fairly simple way without much cost. To do this, you need to remove the wipers from the car and put them in a warm bath for 10 minutes. After this procedure, the rubber becomes soft and elastic, which allows you to qualitatively remove water droplets from the windshield. This will help prolong the use of the brushes for a while. Subsequently, if the wipers began to perform their function poorly, the procedure can be repeated.
A way for extreme cases
The next method is suitable in cases where you urgently need to change the brushes, but there is simply no way to buy new ones. Accidents can be avoided. You can simply turn over the lining of the "wiper", that is, attach it with the reverse side, not yet worn out. This method will also be able to extend the operating period of the brushes for a short period.
Silicone Grease
Another, no less effective way to extend the shelf life of wiper brushes, is to use silicone grease. In this case, it is not the wipers themselves that are lubricated, but the windshield. A protective composition is applied to it in a thin layer, which allows the drops to drain immediately without lingering on the glass. Thus, you will not need to often turn on the "wipers", which to some extent will be able to extend their duration. This procedure must be carried out at least once a year. This can be done on your own, or by contacting specialized companies for help.
Selection of wiper blades
Every car owner should take care of quality wiper blades for their vehicle. Currently, there is a wide range of selection of different types of wipers, ranging from universal, suitable for all cars, and ending with models for certain brands of cars. Ideal for the operation of this attribute are considered original accessories, or else made by leading experts. Their cost will be slightly higher than the price of universal brushes, but in this case the car owner can be completely sure of the quality and trouble-free operation.
And yet, do not forget the fact that even if the "wipers" are of high quality, they will not last forever. On average, the service life of "wipers" is one and a half - two years, no matter how careful the attitude is and how careful their care is. It is highly discouraged to use the wiper blades in a worn state, because in this case driving becomes dangerous not only for the life of the driver, but also for the lives of others.
