Windshield wipers, 97 OBW

[franklin.bowen]

I purchased blade replacements from Subaru and received small packets
of:

Optomizer: Clean rubber wiper element with the Optimizer pad to
increase and prolong wiper performance.

When am I supposed to apply it? Before I put them on or half way
through their expected lifetime? If before, why doesn't the
manufacturer just put it on? Does this stuff actually do anything?

BTW, I replaced my front arms and blades. I hate to throw things away
so is anyone interested in the old arms/blades?

Thanks!

 

[franklin.bowen]

In case anyone else wants to know the answer about the Optimizer pad,
look for "Do I need to clean my windshield before installing new
wipers?" at the following link:

http://www.tricoproducts.com/brochure.cfm?brochure=151&location_id=113