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    OK now the DRIVERS SIDE . this one requires some alteration
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    Honda part number for assembly = 76630-SNA-A11 list price = $24.98 , I paid $21.23
    Honda part number for refill = 76623-SNA-A12 list price = $5.85 , I will pay $4.68
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    this is a 575 mm wiper , it is for a 2011 Honda civic EX 4door , VIN # 2HGFA1F92BH512295 , on the 2011 Honda civic it is a passengers side wiper. It needs alteration because a 2011 civic pass side wiper pivots from outside of window { not middle like our mirage} It is the only 575mm wiper I could find in this style. After alterations it looks and works great. It is worth the effort. MODIFCATIONS and pics coming



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    Alterations to drivers side

    OK here we go. When you get the drivers side wiper 575mm and just mount it, the aero profile will be backwards and not create aerodynamic down force. To correct this 2 things must be done.
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    First remove wiper insert and set aside. Next you must make it so that wiper mount can be turned around in center of blade.
    After insert is out rotate center mount 90 degrees and pop off of metal pivot rod. see 1st pic and 2nd pic
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    Now if you turn center mount around you will see that it is obstructed by frame of wiper
    You must use tool pictured or similar to excavate some material so center mount can pivot correctly
    tool is in 3rd pic I used a dremel with a small sanding drum, it cut excess material easily with good control { literally 5 minutes of sanding and test fitting} You must remove a little from sides and elongate opening at "top" to allow for proper pivoting. go slow and remove as little as needed for proper movement of center mount in frame.
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    pics 8 and 9 show center mount in frame correctly for installation on drivers side of mirage
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    now install insert removed earlier, mount from new bottom of wiper { opposite the way it was} when mounted from bottom { if wiper was on car and straight up } insert can never be moved by air currents or centrifugal force.
    insert would go in from right to left as frame sits in pic #9.
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    So now with latch up slide wiper into arm on car then flip latch down . I will put up a diagram I found on line.
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    It sounds complex , but it is easier to do than explain. It took me 10 minutes to do and 90 minutes to write this and post pics . Enjoy good looking wipers that really work!!!
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    Drivers side wiper to arm on car

    the RIGHT of this diagram side shows mounting onto drivers side wiper arm on car
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    Quote Originally Posted by tennisguy/tech View Post
    OK now the DRIVERS SIDE . this one requires some alteration
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    Honda part number for assembly = 76630-SNA-A11 list price = $24.98 , I paid $21.23
    Honda part number for refill = 76623-SNA-A12 list price = $5.85 , I will pay $4.68
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    this is a 575 mm wiper , it is for a 2011 Honda civic EX 4door , VIN # 2HGFA1F92BH512295 , on the 2011 Honda civic it is a passengers side wiper. It needs alteration because a 2011 civic pass side wiper pivots from outside of window { not middle like our mirage} It is the only 575mm wiper I could find in this style. After alterations it looks and works great. It is worth the effort. MODIFCATIONS and pics coming
    I work for Honda and have searched high and low for an alternative blade... My passenger's side looks exactly alike. Its from a 2016 CR-V (passenger's side) and the Driver's side blade is from a 2016 Pilot (also passenger's side) It looks a little different but it survived this winter with NO problems. I've experienced some freezing issues with the style that you have currently on the driver's side. In my opinion the Pilot's style works a little better. I believe the blade was about $25 but well worth it. I can get a part number for it tomorrow if anyone is interested.
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        click to view fuel log View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 43.3 mpg (US) ... 18.4 km/L ... 5.4 L/100 km ... 52.0 mpg (Imp)


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    Michelins? $11 at Walmart.

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    Quote Originally Posted by cyclopathic View Post
    Michelins? $11 at Walmart.
    Unless they come with available inserts I don't recommend wasting your money. The Honda style blades I'm using may have a high purchase price but the blade itself is very durable and can last many years. It's the rubber inserts that cost $5-$6 a piece that is appealing. And like I said, I've had better luck with these styles of blades with snow and ice build up.

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    http://www.walmart.com/ip/29210577?w...727731&veh=sem
    http://us.michelin-lifestyle.com/en/...-wiper-blade-1

    Consumer Reports gave them highest ratings. Long lasting and from personal experience better quality than similar Honda/Toyota OEM aero blades I am still using OEM Toyota inserts, but the price difference between insert and new blade <$5 after recent price hike.
    Last edited by cyclopathic; 03-30-2016 at 06:08 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by eulogylife View Post
    I work for Honda and have searched high and low for an alternative blade... My passenger's side looks exactly alike. Its from a 2016 CR-V (passenger's side) and the Driver's side blade is from a 2016 Pilot (also passenger's side) It looks a little different but it survived this winter with NO problems. I've experienced some freezing issues with the style that you have currently on the driver's side. In my opinion the Pilot's style works a little better. I believe the blade was about $25 but well worth it. I can get a part number for it tomorrow if anyone is interested.
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    whats the part number for those wipers and for what models

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    Driver's wiper blade: 76630-TG7-A01 $24.98
    Driver's insert : 76622-TG7-A01 $7.98

    Passenger's wiper blade: 76630-T0A-A02
    Passenger's insert: 76632-STK-A02 $7.31

    Our driver's side blade is from the passenger's side of a 2016 Pilot.
    Our passenger's side blade is from the passenger's side of a 2016 CR-V

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        click to view fuel log View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 43.3 mpg (US) ... 18.4 km/L ... 5.4 L/100 km ... 52.0 mpg (Imp)


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    Quote Originally Posted by eulogylife View Post
    I work for Honda and have searched high and low for an alternative blade... My passenger's side looks exactly alike. Its from a 2016 CR-V (passenger's side) and the Driver's side blade is from a 2016 Pilot (also passenger's side) It looks a little different but it survived this winter with NO problems. I've experienced some freezing issues with the style that you have currently on the driver's side. In my opinion the Pilot's style works a little better. I believe the blade was about $25 but well worth it. I can get a part number for it tomorrow if anyone is interested.
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    They look identical to Toyota wipers; I wonder if they are sourced out from the same manufacturer


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        click to view fuel log View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 46.4 mpg (US) ... 19.7 km/L ... 5.1 L/100 km ... 55.7 mpg (Imp)


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