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kirkstad

03-19-2018 @ 10:19 AM

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It sounds to me that your motor is ok,but the spring tension on the arm is weak.I had the same problem with my 36, the arm was so weak it couldn't even hold a paper flyer at a car show, I just replaced the arm which solved the problem. I also use a window cleaner called rain-x and the few times I have been caught in a down pour I didn't even need the wiper,the rain would just bead up and blow away.

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03-19-2018 @ 7:51 AM

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I was also had a problem with the "fly-away" wiper arm especially with speeds over 45 mph. But, no more. I made a simple stop and bolted it on to the wiper motor shaft. I haven't lost a wiper blade or arm in years!

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03-19-2018 @ 7:16 AM

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Admiral, before you start tearing things apart and drilling holes, why not search for someone that can restore or replace your original wiper. There are "Services Offered" sections in most antique car related magazines and that would be the first place I would look. Granted, the vacuum wipers had some issues, but in reality how often are you going to be driving your "35 in rainstorms. As others have suggested you might have the wrong wiper arm or shaft issues.

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03-18-2018 @ 11:57 PM

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I think the best wiper blades nowadays won't have such a problem. Most latest windshield wipers have installation system that enable users to mount them on the windshield easily and they won't fall off easily.
https://www.cfone.net/best-wiper-blades.html

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11-02-2009 @ 2:50 PM

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There is a simple mod. After you remove the header panel, you remove the vacuum wiper. You install a
template, to the existing wiper holehole with a supplied nut & bolt. On the opposite side of the template is a hole you drill for the passenger side wiper. Drill both holes to 5/16". Install transmission mounting bracket, then the motor, then the wiring. It's
so simple a cave man can do it.
The wipers are spring loaded on top, and very modern.
The wipers and arms are 9.5" long. Hope this helps

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11-02-2009 @ 3:01 AM

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Yo, HAL The newport wiper system looks great. Does this fit completely behind the header panel with no modifications?

What kind of blade attachments do they have that go on the end of the shaft? Is it the hook and spring or a tapered end or like the modern wipers with the splined 3/4" cup?

admiral1960

10-30-2009 @ 10:01 AM

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I will check the arm & blade but pretty sure they are correct and not worn

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TomO

10-30-2009 @ 9:29 AM

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If the blade is floppy and wants to come off, you either have the wrong arm or the wrong blade or the arm is worn out. Changing to an electric motor without changing the arm and blade will not improve your wiper performance, if your only problem is a floppy blade.

If as you say, the motor works fine and the blade and arm are correct and not worn out, your wiper should work fine.

Tom

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10-29-2009 @ 11:15 PM

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Here is another web site for a wiper motor that sounds very good but very high priced.

http://www.pacificwesterndesign.com/Mighty/index.htm

Allen E Michler
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trjford8

10-29-2009 @ 7:07 PM

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Check with the V-8 parts suppliers as most carry electric wiper units. Most sell the one from Vintique. It's a little cheaper and works well.

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