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***Josh*** · 12-03-2002, 12:10 AM

Excellent info, I moved a copy of this to the FAQ board.

Blackhawkdc · 12-02-2002, 11:34 PM

what is the switch originally for?

**tkeduk8r** · 12-02-2002, 11:36 PM

that is very sweet... i folled your other post but just as a refresher what kinda switch is it again????
--mike

blue_69 · 12-02-2002, 11:14 PM

I did install the intermittent wiper switch in my 69 and got it working. I also checked the price on the switch at work it looks like $50 give or take some change. Heres some pics of how the install went.

I had the dash allready out so it was pretty easy to start.
the switch is pretty big as you can see.

GASoline71 · Yesterday, 02:23 PM

I have an ancient aftermarket wiper delay in my '70 CST/10 that my Dad wired in eons ago. It finally quit working last year, and in the box of parts I got from my Dad with the truck, was a Ziploc bag with a new exact duplicate of one of these units. But Dad had it mounted below the steering column and it was always a pain to use. I'd like to try and make one of these cole hersee switches work. Too bad this thread died short of it's goal.

Gary

SCOTI · Yesterday, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GASoline71

I have an ancient aftermarket wiper delay in my '70 CST/10 that my Dad wired in eons ago. It finally quit working last year, and in the box of parts I got from my Dad with the truck, was a Ziploc bag with a new exact duplicate of one of these units. But Dad had it mounted below the steering column and it was always a pain to use. I'd like to try and make one of these cole hersee switches work. Too bad this thread died short of it's goal.

Gary

Absolutely 100%.

I find it odd there has been multiple companies that created 1pc window kits for these trucks yet don't see a market in updating items that can significantly impact the 'drive' in them. Sure, 2spd wipers get it done but those of us who have put miles on them regardless of the weather know the intermittent option would be gladly welcomed.

GASoline71 · Yesterday, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Absolutely 100%.

I find it odd there has been multiple companies that created 1pc window kits for these trucks yet don't see a market in updating items that can significantly impact the 'drive' in them. Sure, 2spd wipers get it done but those of us who have put miles on them regardless of the weather know the intermittent option would be gladly welcomed.

Exactly! There are lots and lots of intermittent switches out there to splice in and install, but you would think after all these years, ONE of the big aftermarket companies would have come up with kits that are dang near plug and play for under 100 bucks.

Gary

Orange Crate · Yesterday, 05:48 PM

You could try contacting twouvakind, he built a lot of plug and play delay modules. I bought mine from him in 2016. I see his last activity on the board was back in January of this year. When I was looking to buy one it did take a little while to hear from him, but he got right on it and made another "batch". If he is no longer making them, you can buy all the parts and put one together yourself, but give him a try first, it will, save you the hassle of sourcing the delay board and potentiometer plus connectors.

SCOTI · Yesterday, 10:00 PM

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GASoline71 · Yesterday, 05:58 PM

@Orange Crate Appreciate it man!

Gary

blue_69 · 12-02-2002, 11:18 PM

next i marked where the little square holes on the trim ring line up with the sheetmetal underneath and drilled them. Then I used taper head sheet metal screws and kinda countersunk the holes in the trim ring.

blue_69 · 12-02-2002, 11:21 PM

then i mounted the trim ring and drilled the hole to 1/4 in the original knob and put it on the new switch.

blue_69 · 12-02-2002, 11:23 PM

now for the wiring i drew up a schematic the wire colors match the wire colors on the new switch up to the relays. All in all i think it could be acomplished for around $60 - $75 maybe cheaper if you work at a place that sells the switches like i do.

T-4301 · 09-09-2013, 05:13 PM

I am new to the forum but I have learned a great deal from you guys in rebuilding my 72 K20.
I followed your wiring diagram but what I get is fast wipers at key on with the switch off. I can rotate the switch to fast and the wipers go to slow speed.

What did I do wrong?

Thanks for the help.
John

blue_69 · 12-03-2002, 12:00 AM

cole hersee makes the switch www.colehersee.com. The one i have is out of a blue bird school bus. The only place that i can find that carries cole hersee switches are heavy truck and bus places. If you get a switch for something other than a blue bird the wiring may be different cole hersee has a bunch of switches that look identical but they are different. And yes i was thinking of putting together a kit of sorts but i have to see if i can get a little bit of a break on the switch prices. I will post when i know more about that.

jason

DanoDMano · 12-02-2002, 11:31 PM

Man outstanding work!! That looks great, and fairly easy.
Are you going to sell the switches?
I cant wait to install ojne!!

*Shane* · 12-03-2002, 12:18 AM

is there suppose to be pics??? on the main page it shows the little paper clip like icon to denote pics ... but when I open it, there arent any?

*racedvl* · 12-03-2002, 12:24 AM

Uuuuummmmm, there was pics. . . .

Leinie · 12-03-2002, 12:27 AM

Do you have the Cole-Hersee part # ?
Looks like I better buy some C-H stock tomorrow!

***Josh*** · 12-03-2002, 12:35 AM

umm oops....... I guess when I copied the thread it kinda screwed up the pics.... Email the pics to me chevy69@grandecom.net and I'll edit the posts and re add them.

SCOTI · 12-03-2002, 01:35 AM

Greatttt. I'm going to check back tomorrow for the pics. Big thanks to blue_69.

Long Knight · 12-03-2002, 10:26 AM

We Want Pics! We Want Pics!

Seriously though, I'll just check the FAQ board later. I was thinking about this awhile back when we had light rain, kept turning the wipers on and off. Thanks for the info.

barn9 · 12-03-2002, 11:24 AM

What is the part # for the switch?

70c10 · 12-03-2002, 11:49 AM

I don't need intermittent, I just need REASONABLE!. Mine are so sloooooowww.

blue_69 · 12-03-2002, 05:17 PM

I updated this thread with the pics and also the thread in the FAQ's section. I planned to get more info on availability today but my friend in the parts dept. left early. If i can get some switches and relays for a reasonable price i will post them on the parts board. How much would you guys think is a fair price for this deal it looks like it will be somwhere between $50 - $75 for the whole deal relays all wired up and ready to plug in to you existing plug.

12-03-2002, 12:10 AM	#1
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12-02-2002, 11:34 PM	#2
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12-02-2002, 11:36 PM	#3
tkeduk8r Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Alexandria, MN Posts: 1,462	that is very sweet... i folled your other post but just as a refresher what kinda switch is it again???? --mike __________________ 63 C20 2WD, 230/SM420/4.11 73K 68 C30 dump truck, 327,SM425,4.56 66K original 68 C10 2WD SWB Stepper, 250/3-tree/3.73 66K.... Wifes 68 Buick Skylark Custom Conv., 350/TH400/2.56 In our family since '79 69 GMC 1500 SWB 2WD, 350/TH350/3.73 posi... 70 K10 SWB 4X4 4-sp,ps, pb, tilt, buckets, console, sliding back window (Need AC parts) WIP 72 Chevy K20 4x4 350/350/205/4.56 donor 72 Vette 350/M21/3.70 posi, triple black and super fast 84 Olds Cutlass Brougham 350/2004r/4.11 was Dad's

12-02-2002, 11:14 PM	#4
blue_69 someday Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: canastota,new york Posts: 629	update on intermittent wipers I did install the intermittent wiper switch in my 69 and got it working. I also checked the price on the switch at work it looks like $50 give or take some change. Heres some pics of how the install went. I had the dash allready out so it was pretty easy to start. the switch is pretty big as you can see. Attached Images __________________ Click Here to search ebay for all 67-72 parts My 72 CST blazer build 72 CST Blazer 4x4 67 2wd swb ( project onion crate ) 86 4x4 lwb plow truck 40 x 60 foot barn to work on all this stuff Last edited by blue_69; 12-03-2002 at 05:03 PM.

Yesterday, 05:48 PM	#8
Orange Crate Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Under the Truck Dreaming Posts: 726	Re: update on intermittent wipers You could try contacting twouvakind, he built a lot of plug and play delay modules. I bought mine from him in 2016. I see his last activity on the board was back in January of this year. When I was looking to buy one it did take a little while to hear from him, but he got right on it and made another "batch". If he is no longer making them, you can buy all the parts and put one together yourself, but give him a try first, it will, save you the hassle of sourcing the delay board and potentiometer plus connectors. __________________ 72 K20 Custom Camper, D60, 14BFF, full roller 406 TPI w custom built ECU and yes..it has tow hooks...

Yesterday, 10:00 PM	#9
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,037	Re: update on intermittent wipers Deleted post. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; Yesterday at 10:14 PM.

12-02-2002, 11:18 PM	#11
blue_69 someday Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: canastota,new york Posts: 629	next i marked where the little square holes on the trim ring line up with the sheetmetal underneath and drilled them. Then I used taper head sheet metal screws and kinda countersunk the holes in the trim ring. Attached Images __________________ Click Here to search ebay for all 67-72 parts My 72 CST blazer build 72 CST Blazer 4x4 67 2wd swb ( project onion crate ) 86 4x4 lwb plow truck 40 x 60 foot barn to work on all this stuff Last edited by blue_69; 12-03-2002 at 05:04 PM.

12-02-2002, 11:21 PM	#12
blue_69 someday Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: canastota,new york Posts: 629	then i mounted the trim ring and drilled the hole to 1/4 in the original knob and put it on the new switch. Attached Images __________________ Click Here to search ebay for all 67-72 parts My 72 CST blazer build 72 CST Blazer 4x4 67 2wd swb ( project onion crate ) 86 4x4 lwb plow truck 40 x 60 foot barn to work on all this stuff Last edited by blue_69; 12-03-2002 at 05:04 PM.

12-02-2002, 11:23 PM	#13
blue_69 someday Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: canastota,new york Posts: 629	now for the wiring i drew up a schematic the wire colors match the wire colors on the new switch up to the relays. All in all i think it could be acomplished for around $60 - $75 maybe cheaper if you work at a place that sells the switches like i do. Attached Images __________________ Click Here to search ebay for all 67-72 parts My 72 CST blazer build 72 CST Blazer 4x4 67 2wd swb ( project onion crate ) 86 4x4 lwb plow truck 40 x 60 foot barn to work on all this stuff Last edited by blue_69; 12-03-2002 at 05:05 PM.

09-09-2013, 05:13 PM	#14
T-4301 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Scappoose, OR Posts: 7	Re: update on intermittent wipers I am new to the forum but I have learned a great deal from you guys in rebuilding my 72 K20. I followed your wiring diagram but what I get is fast wipers at key on with the switch off. I can rotate the switch to fast and the wipers go to slow speed. What did I do wrong? Thanks for the help. John

12-03-2002, 12:00 AM	#15
blue_69 someday Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: canastota,new york Posts: 629	cole hersee makes the switch www.colehersee.com. The one i have is out of a blue bird school bus. The only place that i can find that carries cole hersee switches are heavy truck and bus places. If you get a switch for something other than a blue bird the wiring may be different cole hersee has a bunch of switches that look identical but they are different. And yes i was thinking of putting together a kit of sorts but i have to see if i can get a little bit of a break on the switch prices. I will post when i know more about that. jason __________________ Click Here to search ebay for all 67-72 parts My 72 CST blazer build 72 CST Blazer 4x4 67 2wd swb ( project onion crate ) 86 4x4 lwb plow truck 40 x 60 foot barn to work on all this stuff

12-02-2002, 11:31 PM	#16
DanoDMano Pronounced "Pew-al-up" Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 845	Man outstanding work!! That looks great, and fairly easy. Are you going to sell the switches? I cant wait to install ojne!! __________________ Classic GM Trucks of Washington Club Member 1970 FS chevy,350/350, Edelbrock cam and intake. Holley 650 carb,HEI,AT,Tangier Orange, 18's, Power Locks, Truck Photos

12-03-2002, 12:18 AM	#17
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	is there suppose to be pics??? on the main page it shows the little paper clip like icon to denote pics ... but when I open it, there arent any?

12-03-2002, 12:24 AM	#18
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Uuuuummmmm, there was pics. . . .

12-03-2002, 12:27 AM	#19
Leinie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: USA Posts: 2,613	Do you have the Cole-Hersee part # ? Looks like I better buy some C-H stock tomorrow!



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12-03-2002, 12:35 AM	#20
*Josh* He's got mean nasty FANGS! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 6,512	umm oops....... I guess when I copied the thread it kinda screwed up the pics.... Email the pics to me chevy69@grandecom.net and I'll edit the posts and re add them. __________________ 2004 K2500 Burb 1999 C3500 1985 Cutlass Supreme 1969 C-10 1967 C-10 Panel josh@67-72chevytrucks.com

12-03-2002, 01:35 AM	#21
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,037	Greatttt. I'm going to check back tomorrow for the pics. Big thanks to blue_69. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

12-03-2002, 10:26 AM	#22
Long Knight Spank 'em if you got 'em! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kansas City Posts: 628	We Want Pics! We Want Pics! Seriously though, I'll just check the FAQ board later. I was thinking about this awhile back when we had light rain, kept turning the wipers on and off. Thanks for the info. __________________ Long Knight '71 C-20, 350ci, TH350, Edl. 1406 Carb w/elec.choke, Ignitor ignition, Viper Tires, Orange Dipstick

12-03-2002, 11:24 AM	#23
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	What is the part # for the switch? __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

12-03-2002, 11:49 AM	#24
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	I don't need intermittent, I just need REASONABLE!. Mine are so sloooooowww. __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

12-03-2002, 05:17 PM	#25
blue_69 someday Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: canastota,new york Posts: 629	I updated this thread with the pics and also the thread in the FAQ's section. I planned to get more info on availability today but my friend in the parts dept. left early. If i can get some switches and relays for a reasonable price i will post them on the parts board. How much would you guys think is a fair price for this deal it looks like it will be somwhere between $50 - $75 for the whole deal relays all wired up and ready to plug in to you existing plug. __________________ Click Here to search ebay for all 67-72 parts My 72 CST blazer build 72 CST Blazer 4x4 67 2wd swb ( project onion crate ) 86 4x4 lwb plow truck 40 x 60 foot barn to work on all this stuff

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