Ford Performance ST lip retro fit - DONE!

[Sparks]

It's not for me, basically because it's too much effort and spare time is spent doing other things...However, I don't have any problems with anyone making their cars look how they want.
(I've seen some shockers around here though). If it makes you happy then it can't be a bad thing....

[Ron240]

if you're in the UK removing the rear wiper would be an mot failure.

The rear wiper is not part of the MOT test so there would be no issues removing it in that respect , but this is one modification I just don't understand.
The rear window of a hatchback car gets dirtier than a saloon car, so a wiper is genuinely useful.
I believe that people do the rear wiper delete because they think it looks neater without it, but even in my younger boy racer days this is not something I would even consider.

[SSCosRS]

I respect your views, but for me, although visibility through the rear window would normally give a better view, in rainy conditions I find the door mirrors are sufficient, especially during a downpour on motorways, when no matter how much the rear wiper clears, visibility is often still very poor. One reason for removing the wiper is to de-clutter the rear and make it easier to clean. However, and maybe I’m just unlucky, the main reason is to remove the threat of getting more deep scratches in the glass, which has happened on a Fiesta, and now on the Puma. My car is cleaned weekly, but grit has somehow still managed to put deep scratches in the glass on two occasions; that threat has now been removed (although the scratches remain!). On balance, I’m happy with my decision, but it’s not something I would die in a ditch for! Each to his own.

[UbF]

Rainx the glass. Or whatever nanocoat you prefer. Nothing will stick to it after that.

[Ron240]

Rainx the glass.

Rain X is a good product and I have used it many times, however it is designed mainly for use on windscreen and side windows because it requires airflow to work effectively.
I have always thought that watching all the water droplets disappear off the windscreen as you increase speed looks like the Millennium Falcon going into hyperspace.
I suppose it couldn't hurt to apply it to the rear screen, but it will be less effective.

[UbF]

More effective than no rear wiper And it lasts longer as its not wiped off!

[Ron240]

More effective than no rear wiper And it lasts longer as its not wiped off!

Agreed.