How do install 128i wiper blades?

[WxBimmerMan]

I've installed wiper blades on my cars for 15 years (old 1971 BMW 2002) but for the life of me, I can't figure out how to install my new Bosch 20" blades on my new 2009 (out of warrantee) 128i coupe.

I bought these blades and it appears they are not compatible... http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/sk.../BS40716A.html

Newbie question I guess in the 1-series world, but is there a "name" for the custom socket fit that the 128 seems to require?

Is it framed, or frameless?

I've searched various online auto parts stores for wipers compatible with my 1, but I can't say I believe them now.

Thanks in advance for your help.

[Vigilante375]

Follow this:

DIY changing your BMW wiper blades…
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=472014

Use this to find a correct blade:

http://www.carid.com/bmw-1-series-wiper-blades/

[WxBimmerMan]

Thank you! I really appreciate it.

[mr.fabulous]

I use these, great product

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[ultimated]

The rain-x's I picked up at NAPA had 3 different mounting brackets, one of which fit mine. Took a little fiddling to get the stock one off and the right one on without breaking the blade.

[WxBimmerMan]

Thanks for all the advice! The proper wiper blade fit the first time perfectly.
I went for the Bosch Evolution... It's a fine wiper (raining a lot today in Houston), but only critique is that on the passenger side wiper, the farther tip of the blade (from the driver side) sticks up off the windshield 1cm... it's as if the "curve" isn't curved enough to hold it firmly to the 1-series windshield... At least the drivers side wiper is firmly placed. The result of that passenger side not being totally "on there" is that at the most outside part of the wiper blade near the roof of the car (when they're on), it's like a soft transition from wiped to wet... Has no effect on visibility, just doesn't pass the "marble test". I wonder if the Bosch Icons have a greater curve to them...

[Kgolf31]

Originally Posted by WxBimmerMan

Thanks for all the advice! The proper wiper blade fit the first time perfectly.
I went for the Bosch Evolution... It's a fine wiper (raining a lot today in Houston), but only critique is that on the passenger side wiper, the farther tip of the blade (from the driver side) sticks up off the windshield 1cm... it's as if the "curve" isn't curved enough to hold it firmly to the 1-series windshield... At least the drivers side wiper is firmly placed. The result of that passenger side not being totally "on there" is that at the most outside part of the wiper blade near the roof of the car (when they're on), it's like a soft transition from wiped to wet... Has no effect on visibility, just doesn't pass the "marble test". I wonder if the Bosch Icons have a greater curve to them...

OE Wipes have the same issues.

[mr.fabulous]

My PIAAs are solid, no issues with coverage or fitment

[WxBimmerMan]

Originally Posted by mr.fabulous

My PIAAs are solid, no issues with coverage or fitment

Sorry for very late reply, but thank you! I'll probably replace them this summer [again], and I'll try the PIAA's. Thank you again!

[RoundelM3]

I recently replaced the blades on my wife's 2011 E88, and I ordered the OEM replacements from getbmwparts dot com - they were about $35 or so for the set, but they installed easily and fit perfectly.