Rear Wiper or not…

[tmrqs]

is it possible to position the rear wiper in vertical position?

I’m sure if you apply enough strength and then tape it there, it will stay vertical.




(But otherwise no)

 

[Bennie]

is it possible to position the rear wiper in vertical position?

That would indeed make a difference for the streamline Paolo. I read elsewhere on the forum that the wiper makes a significant difference in the range and that it is strongly not recommended by some dealers in the US.

I also don’t think it’s possible because in vertical position the reach can only be 90 degrees and in horizontal position the motor of the wiper makes almost 180 degrees.

I’m going to let it paint. When I ordered mine (delivery this Friday ) you couldn’t order a painted wiper. Painted in the body color, it becomes a bit more part of it. It’s all in the details…

 

[dieterf]

in my opinion, it’s looks sharp without it!

 

[Bennie]

Agree Dieter, but not practical in a wet climate as in the Netherlands…

 

[tmrqs]

in my opinion, it’s looks sharp without it!

Definitely does… until you can’t see through the window anymore.

 

[Bennie]

Definitely does… until you can’t see through the window anymore.

 

[Awaz]

Definitely does… until you can’t see through the window anymore.

How do people manage in Sedans without a rear wiper?
In my i4 sedan, when visibility gets poor in rain, I find turning on rear window heating improves visibility.

 

[tmrqs]

How do people manage in Sedans without a rear wiper?
In my i4 sedan, when visibility gets poor in rain, I find turning on rear window heating improves visibility.

Right - but heating the window won’t remove the salt, mud or muck.

On a sedan, you go get your car washed.
On a car with a rear wiper, you just use the wiper - the wash can wait.