how to take out wiper motors? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jrsmith_2010 · 10-13-2009, 09:57 PM

hey guys, i am going to shave the wipers on my 83 completely and not have any at all, but i need to take the motors out, is there a trick to it? thanks in advanced!

gchemist · 10-13-2009, 10:07 PM

Our trucks only have one motor. The mechanism is composed of rods and connections.

jrsmith_2010 · 10-13-2009, 10:29 PM

ok, so how do i take out the part where the wipers pop on?

**N2TRUX** · 10-13-2009, 11:29 PM

Your serious? Will it pass inspection with out wipers?

Even if you don't have state inspection to worry about, this is not a very safe modification.

Please don't tell me you don't need wipers because you plan to use Rain-X

blaserman · 10-13-2009, 11:43 PM

Ken is right. Even if you use Rain-X you still need wipers when you are driving around under 30 mph.

jrsmith_2010 · 10-13-2009, 11:41 PM

i forgot about the inspection part, i may need to keep them on until then

well i plan on this one to be strictly a show truck, not getting out when its wet or any chance of rain. plus i think it will look smoother without them, still deciding 100% whether or not to shave them or not

jrsmith_2010 · 10-13-2009, 11:44 PM

well i seen a truck in a Sport Truck mag a few months back that was i think a 70 or 72, that was completely shaved, including the wipers and it looked amazing, thus got me thinking

**N2TRUX** · 10-14-2009, 08:14 AM

Sorry bro, but this is one mod I would pass on. If you "ever" plan to drive it and it gets caught in the rain you pose a safety hazard.

boatpuller · 10-14-2009, 12:52 PM

j.r...while i'll agree it's not a "safe" mod.it is a cool one.i did it.mine isn't driven in the rain,although i have been caught and lived to tell about it.countless cars and trucks in hotrod magazines don't have wipers.if yours is a daily driver i wouldn't do it.otherwise,try it.you can put it all back on in a few minutes.here's an old pic that shows lack of wipers.sorry about no pic,i can't find the mange attachments tab.just check my alblum for pics.

dv8customs · 10-14-2009, 02:05 PM

Looks slick without them but as the other guys mentioned you will need them at least once a year for inspection purposes.

boatpuller · 10-14-2009, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dv8customs

Looks slick without them but as the other guys mentioned you will need them at least once a year for inspection purposes.

you guy's gotta get inspected every year? sheesh,iv'e never had mine inspected by anybody but you guy's.every state is different i guess ?

flamingbig10 · 10-14-2009, 02:26 PM

you can use a small universal wiper motor and modify it to fit in the cowl area
http://thejeep.com/shop/HARD+PARTS/W...++12+VOLT.html

Mr.Scary · 10-14-2009, 04:56 PM

Well if its going 2 b a show truck then i say DO IT!!!! but if its your DD and ur gonna slowly make it a show truck or something eventually then i would hold off 4 sure cause u just never know i guess....

dv8customs · 10-14-2009, 05:17 PM

I have seen guys take there wipers off for shows and put covers on the wiper shafts that stick up. I have seen them painted and milled aluminum as well.

jrsmith_2010 · 10-14-2009, 06:41 PM

thanks for all the input guys, and yes this will strickly be a sunday driver and/or a show truck, not my DD, i have 2 other trucks that will fill that spot just nicely. but how do i take out the shafts where they mount?

10-13-2009, 09:57 PM	#1
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	how to take out wiper motors? hey guys, i am going to shave the wipers on my 83 completely and not have any at all, but i need to take the motors out, is there a trick to it? thanks in advanced! __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

10-13-2009, 10:07 PM	#2
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: how to take out wiper motors? Our trucks only have one motor. The mechanism is composed of rods and connections. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

10-13-2009, 10:29 PM	#3
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: how to take out wiper motors? ok, so how do i take out the part where the wipers pop on? __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

10-13-2009, 11:29 PM	#4
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: how to take out wiper motors? Your serious? Will it pass inspection with out wipers? Even if you don't have state inspection to worry about, this is not a very safe modification. Please don't tell me you don't need wipers because you plan to use Rain-X __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-13-2009, 11:43 PM	#5
blaserman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: glen burnie md Posts: 447	Re: how to take out wiper motors? Ken is right. Even if you use Rain-X you still need wipers when you are driving around under 30 mph. __________________ This is my best friend

10-13-2009, 11:41 PM	#6
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: how to take out wiper motors? i forgot about the inspection part, i may need to keep them on until then well i plan on this one to be strictly a show truck, not getting out when its wet or any chance of rain. plus i think it will look smoother without them, still deciding 100% whether or not to shave them or not __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

10-13-2009, 11:44 PM	#7
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: how to take out wiper motors? well i seen a truck in a Sport Truck mag a few months back that was i think a 70 or 72, that was completely shaved, including the wipers and it looked amazing, thus got me thinking __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

10-14-2009, 08:14 AM	#8
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: how to take out wiper motors? Sorry bro, but this is one mod I would pass on. If you "ever" plan to drive it and it gets caught in the rain you pose a safety hazard. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-14-2009, 12:52 PM	#9
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: how to take out wiper motors? j.r...while i'll agree it's not a "safe" mod.it is a cool one.i did it.mine isn't driven in the rain,although i have been caught and lived to tell about it.countless cars and trucks in hotrod magazines don't have wipers.if yours is a daily driver i wouldn't do it.otherwise,try it.you can put it all back on in a few minutes.here's an old pic that shows lack of wipers.sorry about no pic,i can't find the mange attachments tab.just check my alblum for pics. __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

10-14-2009, 02:05 PM	#10
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: how to take out wiper motors? Looks slick without them but as the other guys mentioned you will need them at least once a year for inspection purposes.

10-14-2009, 02:26 PM	#12
flamingbig10 6.0 powered square Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite texas Posts: 3,459	Re: how to take out wiper motors? you can use a small universal wiper motor and modify it to fit in the cowl area http://thejeep.com/shop/HARD+PARTS/W...++12+VOLT.html __________________ Aaron 1980 c-10 short bed lowered, cammed 6.0, 4l80e 3600 stall, smp tune, wilwoods, and flames best time so far best et 7.86 @87 on motor 7.57 90 on a 75 shot Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283326

10-14-2009, 04:56 PM	#13
Mr.Scary Project Optimus Prime Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 346	Re: how to take out wiper motors? Well if its going 2 b a show truck then i say DO IT!!!! but if its your DD and ur gonna slowly make it a show truck or something eventually then i would hold off 4 sure cause u just never know i guess.... __________________ 84 SWB work in progress 89 burb 1500 (parts pig) LOL 08 ford focus (I know, I know) Wifes car "I said it b4 and i'll say it agian wiring is my worst enemy":devil:

10-14-2009, 05:17 PM	#14
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: how to take out wiper motors? I have seen guys take there wipers off for shows and put covers on the wiper shafts that stick up. I have seen them painted and milled aluminum as well.

10-14-2009, 06:41 PM	#15
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: how to take out wiper motors? thanks for all the input guys, and yes this will strickly be a sunday driver and/or a show truck, not my DD, i have 2 other trucks that will fill that spot just nicely. but how do i take out the shafts where they mount? __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

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