Date:         Wed, 10 Jan 2007 11:55:43 -0800
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From:         Old Volks Home <oldvolkshome@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Great Wiper Blades
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As a matter of information, Valeo is connected to SWF, an OEM supplier of
wiper motors, blades, refills, turn signal switches, radiators, heater core
elements, etc., to European makes (and others I'm sure).
--
Jim Thompson
84 GL 1.9 "Gloria"
84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt"
73 K Ghia Coupe "Denise"
72 411 Station Wagon "Pug"
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On 1/10/07, Jack R <jack007@comcast.net> wrote:
>
> I put a set of these on my 84 Westy last month, and couldn't be happier!!!
>
> Tirerack has buy one get one free
>
> http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/valeo/ultimate.jsp
>
> The Valeo Ultimate Wiper Blade, selected as standard equipment by many
> OEMs
> worldwide, combines an aerodynamic, low profile with more than 1,500
> continuous contact points for improved performance compared to standard or
> conventional wiper blades. Designed for all-weather/winter use, there are
> no
> frame joints or other components that could freeze or become clogged with
> ice or snow limiting foul weather performance.
>
> When you use the Valeo Ultimate Wiper Blade you can expect:
> All-weather/winter design offers resistance to cold weather conditions, no
> icing (metal parts perform better over the plastic parts used in other
> wiper
> blade designs)
> High quality performance at all speeds, in all conditions
> Revolutionary aerodynamic design with reduced vibration and judder
> Enhanced aero-acoustics for low wind noise
> User-friendly lock/unlock provided by unique blade attachment
> Ultra flat blade for improved driver visibility
> To create uniform wiping pressure across the entire length of the blade
> for
> optimal windshield contact, Valeo's Research and Development Center
> developed breakthrough Flat Blade Technology. This technology results in a
> very efficient, ultra-flat wiper blade. An integrated, wind lift spoiler
> combines with the blade's aerodynamic low profile to help it maintain
> contact with the windshield to improve visibility, even at higher speeds.
> In
> fact, Valeo's European test center speed rated the blades to more than 140
> mph.


The Valeo Ultimate Wiper Blade also utilizes Tec-3 Technology:
>
> Rubber wiping element combines synthetic and natural rubber with a
> patented,
> bonded protective coating
> Synthetic rubber upper body provides resistance to permanent set deformity
> in high temperatures and a superior wipe in all temperatures
> Natural rubber wiping edge provides improved wiping quality and is
> flexible
> in cold conditions
> Protective coating reduces chatter and squeaking noise during the life of
> the blade and makes them last longer than standard blades
> The Valeo Ultimate Wiper Blade is designed to fit most vehicles and its
> user-friendly design helps to ensure quick and easy installation.