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XC60 wipers OEM or aftermarket?Views : 3348 Replies : 47Users Viewing This Thread : |
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Oct 15th, 2019, 19:27 | #41 |
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I guess in the Bedrock area.
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Oct 15th, 2019, 19:29 | #42 |
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Close enough
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Oct 15th, 2019, 22:51 | #43 |
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.....and my wife is a Director in the 3rd largest global OEM manufacturer of automotive parts so I know who is correct also :-)
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Yes I am suggesting that Volvo (with the help of partners and experts in the field) will develop their own unique formulations of certain parts - including friction materials. Just as they develop their own software for Haldex AWD systems and AISIN gearboxes. They also still make some of their own parts - including some brake discs (Mk1 XC90) they own a foundry in Sweden which is shared with Volvo Truck & Bus. There is no aftermarket/"OEM" brake disc that matches the quality of the Volvo one for the XC90. And with regard to your wiper blade suggestion - yes they do exactly that - they have Bosch make then to their spec and you cannot buy them any other way than through Volvo. They bear both the Bosch and Volvo logo's. You won't get those from Euro Car Parts or Halfords.
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Oct 15th, 2019, 23:12 | #45 |
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Who'd have thought a discussion about wiper blades could got into that much detail.
I only have real world experience to make my suggestions & that's since having various Volvo's in the family since 1995 the wipers purchased from the dealership last a lot longer than anything else I've tried. Yes I've tried all differing brands from all types of source. Now don't lets get started about the longevity of Volvo branded headlamp bulbs
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Oct 15th, 2019, 23:31 | #46 | |
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Well I never expected such debate... I did 410 miles today with Volvo wipers on the screen and Bosch ones in the boot...... Was more bothered by the “engine performance decreased” message that popped up momentarily on the dash on the way home......:confuse d_smile: |
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Oct 16th, 2019, 12:57 | #47 |
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I change every 4 years and have had models from all my customers over the years. Volvo was my latest choice which is coming to an end in January, when I'll be going back to a Jaguar.
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Oct 31st, 2019, 20:36 | #48 |
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So if anyone cares...I fitted the bosch blades and they are doing a much better job than the 2 year old Volvo ones which I have kept in the Bosch box for the next dealer visit. Need to book that in ... but for £20 vs hours of peering through greasy smears I’ll live with it.....
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