Intro (and question)

[RossoTrionfale]

Been lurking for a while and been a regular visitor, but think it's time for an intro !
Very happy owner of an MC Shift 4.7 in Rosso Trionfale that is my daily driver.
Sports button puts a smile on my face every day !!

Got a question for GT owners - what wipers do you use ?
I bought a couple of Bosch Aerotwin - passenger side fits perfectly (AR17U), driver side does not (AR26U). For the drivers side it looks like a different attachment is needed to the wiper arms.
Anyone running Aerotwins with advise or what sort of wipers do you have fitted?

 

[zagatoes30]

Welcome from out of the shadows, that is almost my perfect GTS subtle and stunning in the same instance - more photos please

 

[MikeyMaser]

There's some info about fitting non-OEM wiper blades here:
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f=68&t=1641438

Though I just bit the bullet and fitted the overpriced OEM ones which I got from Eurospares.

 

[bigbob]

Welcome, love the colour.

personally I can't be bothered messing about with wiper fit so just buy mine from the dealer at about £100 for the pair. Even I can fit them!

Depending on what tyres you are running watch Sport in the wet if it is cold.

 

[2b1ask1]

Stunning colour choice, suits the car perfectly. Also welcome to the madness....

 

[RossoTrionfale]

Welcome from out of the shadows, that is almost my perfect GTS subtle and stunning in the same instance - more photos please

Thanks guys ! Car is embarassingly dirty to take any photos at the moment. Will see if I can dig some up from last year. Colour is stunning in the sun.

BigBob- could'nt agree more. Busy T junctions can be a challenge

 

[RossoTrionfale]

There's some info about fitting non-OEM wiper blades here:
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f=68&t=1641438

Though I just bit the bullet and fitted the overpriced OEM ones which I got from Eurospares.

Thanks for the link - should have looked at that before I got the aerotwins !!
Looks like I may be going the OEM route. Not sure I want to be pulling off bits and pieces - although I am a fan of aerotwins.

 

[Ebenezer]

Colour matches the badge - lovely
Eb

 

[CatmanV2]

Odd. I fitted bog standard Boschs to mine, and they fit perfectly. Can't see what all the fuss is about.

Lovely car BTW

C

 

[Mr K]

Nice car.

Got a question for GT owners - what wipers do you use ?
I bought a couple of Bosch Aerotwin - passenger side fits perfectly (AR17U), driver side does not (AR26U). For the drivers side it looks like a different attachment is needed to the wiper arms.
Anyone running Aerotwins with advise or what sort of wipers do you have fitted?

See http://www.sportsmaserati.com/showt...at-everyone-needs-to-know?p=483609#post483609

You can adapt the AR26U to fit quite easily by cutting a small section out of the side. It's obvious what to do. Use a small hacksaw and tidy with a sharp knife. Since I posted this I've thoroughly tested it by driving to Italy and back and it held up in torrential rain and at 160mph, though not at the same time

 

[RossoTrionfale]

Nice car.



See http://www.sportsmaserati.com/showt...at-everyone-needs-to-know?p=483609#post483609

You can adapt the AR26U to fit quite easily by cutting a small section out of the side. It's obvious what to do. Use a small hacksaw and tidy with a sharp knife. Since I posted this I've thoroughly tested it by driving to Italy and back and it held up in torrential rain and at 160mph, though not at the same time

Mr k .... exactly what I have just done. But was not sure they would stick. Glad to know it has worked for you.

Passenger side no issue :

Driver side, bit of a challenge as you can see:

One of the arms of the locking mechanism does not fit.
So cut the arm with a hacksaw...

... and it fits.

Just worried that it will hold now :-0


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[Mr K]

Mr k .... exactly what I have just done. But was not sure they would stick. Glad to know it has worked for you.

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Just worried that it will hold now :-0

It'll be fine. I see the GT takes the AR17U on the passenger side. The QP V takes the AR18U. I'll update the alternative parts thread. Will make it easier for people to find the info in future.

 

[Contigo]

When changing the arms/blades put a towel on the windscreen as you really don't want the arm falling and hitting the glass!

 

[RossoTrionfale]

When changing the arms/blades put a towel on the windscreen as you really don't want the arm falling and hitting the glass!

That's a top tip.

Wipers replaced. Tested with hose (where is the rain when you need it) and all good.

Cost just over £20 and IMHO a much better look with Aerotwins than the OEMs.

 

[conaero]

Welcome. I am a Hampshire boy, which part are you from?

Lovely colour by the way.

 

[allandwf]

When changing the arms/blades put a towel on the windscreen as you really don't want the arm falling and hitting the glass!

I know this from experience

 

[Andyk]

Been lurking for a while and been a regular visitor, but think it's time for an intro !
Very happy owner of an MC Shift 4.7 in Rosso Trionfale that is my daily driver.
Sports button puts a smile on my face every day !!

Got a question for GT owners - what wipers do you use ?
I bought a couple of Bosch Aerotwin - passenger side fits perfectly (AR17U), driver side does not (AR26U). For the drivers side it looks like a different attachment is needed to the wiper arms.
Anyone running Aerotwins with advise or what sort of wipers do you have fitted?

A big warm welcome and what a stunning GT in a stunning colour.

 

[murph7355]

Lovely colour car. (Changes in different lights from what I've seen).

There was an MC Shift car in that colour for sale when I was looking (with carbon exterior accoutrements)...would have bought it had the price been a bit more sensible.

(Edited to add - £100 for wiper blades from a dealer is taking the mick when a pair of Bosch are less than £40).

 

[StuartW]

Welcome along & what a stunner you have there - enjoy!