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Old 12-09-2010, 05:34 PM   #14
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Re: Wiper speed question

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Originally Posted by raycow View Post
You need to measure the actual current draw with a multimeter in order to calculate the resistance needed. I am pretty sure its not going to be anywhere near 15-20 amps unless you heavily load the motor. You could try a heater motor control, but if my experience is any guide, it will NOT have enough resistance. Maybe a coil resistor might do the job.

Ray
I would think the coil type is what im looking for. If you look at the headlight switch in our trucks, there is a ceramic area for the light dimmer. Its probably going to be like that.
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