Windescreen Wiper Chatter

[L42B]

Hey Guys,

For some reason my Focus appears to be chewing through a lot of windscreen wipers. I think I've had something like three new pairs in the last six months. The last pair has only lasted a week since the last service. What could be causing this? Or has anyone else had this problem.

I'm completely stumped. I always clean the windscreen of any debree before I go for a drive. Wipers that don't work are dangerous, and I dislike paying $25 for a new pair every few months because they never wipe properly. New wipers don't make a difference.

Also something somewhere is rattling squeaking away over every bump (very loudly), so I'll be getting that checked out this week. Mechanic agrees there is something wrong that needs to be checked out ASAP, but doubts its suspension related. Thank goodness for new car warranty and a competent service agent.

Cheers L42B :(