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Eddie47 · 09-06-2007, 11:24 AM

Hi
I have a 72 C10 with the slow and slower wipers. Have done everything, grease, ground.
The best solution so far is RainX.

Have checked other posts and have not heard of anyone updating the wiper motor, it sure would be nice to have a three speed and delay also.

If anyone has done anything like this or knows of what might fit without major surgery, or a bank loan.

Any help or suggestions greatly appreciated.

Have only been on the broad a short time and really have enjoyed all the input all you guys do to help each other, along with the venders.

Have a Great Day

Eddie47

BB72CHEVKT · 09-06-2007, 11:49 AM

ttt. good question. mine sucks too.

cdowns · 09-06-2007, 12:33 PM

have you taken the wiper arms off and sprayed the towers with wd40 or pbblaster while the wipers were on then after doing that for 5-10 minutes sprayed them with silicone lubricant?? it can make a big differance

Eddie47 · 09-06-2007, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdowns

have you taken the wiper arms off and sprayed the towers with wd40 or pbblaster while the wipers were on then after doing that for 5-10 minutes sprayed them with silicone lubricant?? it can make a big differance

Did it! Took arms and towers off Cleaned sprayed, checked ground. It did stop them from quitting at stop light.

Thank You, for the input.
Eddie47

mrein3 · 09-06-2007, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Eddie47

Hi
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The best solution so far is RainX.
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So far that has been my solution. Keep the RainX coating fresh.

Longhorn Man · 09-06-2007, 04:04 PM

sounds to me like you have a worn out wiper motor. Mine stays on low unless it is a torental down pour.

bad6772 · 09-06-2007, 04:34 PM

i would check your motor and would lube everything really good,

Putter · 09-06-2007, 04:45 PM

If you want the delay function, you have a few options.
Option 1) Read this thread and build it... Delay Wipers
Option 2) I make a complete kit and sell them here Wiper Kit

***Mods please note that I am not trying to sell my kit here and he was not trying to buy the parts with his original thread. I am simply offering this member information and options to solve his issue. But if needed, feel free to delete my post.

wibilly · 09-07-2007, 02:40 AM

never got around yo checking it out but mabe a chevy van. i think they are mounted under the dash too

Eddie47 · 09-07-2007, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wibilly

never got around yo checking it out but mabe a chevy van. i think they are mounted under the dash too

Will try to get this checked out.
Thanks
Eddie47

Longhorn Man · 09-07-2007, 04:37 PM

I know for a fact the motor is the exact same as a fist generation camaro/firebird.

ChevLoRay · 09-07-2007, 06:50 PM

If you are using Rain-X, here's something I discovered that helped mine work better.

1. Clean the windshield with good glass cleaner.
2. Go over the entire windshield with 0000 steel wool (Four Ought). Don't use anything coarser than this, rubbing the glass with enough pressure to know you did it.
3. Clean the windshield with cleaner, again.
4. Apply the Rain-X, following the application instructions.

This procedure helped end the skipping that the wipers did on the glass, when you finally had to run the wipers full-on. I didn't have to fight the black crud that built-up on the glass that made the wipers skip and hop.

As proof of my better wiper performance, we drove to Tampa from LR, in Nov. 2000, pulling a small trailer....into the headwinds/rain of a late-season hurricane....through the panhandle of FL. I drove from LR, well into the interior of FL before I had to use the wipers instead of the Rain-X for vision. I was running mine intermittently while other vehicles had theirs on high speed. It was cool.

Eddie47 · 09-08-2007, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

I know for a fact the motor is the exact same as a fist generation camaro/firebird.

Will check it out.

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-08-2007, 11:44 AM

I have Putter's delay kit on "Merlot" and it's awesome

Eddie47 · 09-08-2007, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

I have Putter's delay kit on "Merlot" and it's awesome

Thanks for the info, I put Putters in Google and all I get is Golf. Could you give me the web address

Eddie47

**70cst** · 09-08-2007, 03:24 PM

http://www.carolinaclassictrucks.com/p-67-72-int-wiper-kit.html

Go to above and you will find what you seek.

Eddie47 · 09-08-2007, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70cst

http://www.carolinaclassictrucks.com/p-67-72-int-wiper-kit.html

Go to above and you will find what you seek.

Thanks
Eddie47

Longhorn Man · 09-08-2007, 02:09 PM

the wiper motor oin my one ton is out of a 67 camaro I think... but all 3 trucks I've had as drivers had great wipers. Well, I take that back, my first one, the blue 70 CST/20 longhorn was a little slow, but not slow enough I would complain about them.

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-08-2007, 05:25 PM

What he said, it was also in post reply #8

09-06-2007, 11:24 AM	#1
Eddie47 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lakeland, Fl Posts: 101	Windshield wiper conversion Hi I have a 72 C10 with the slow and slower wipers. Have done everything, grease, ground. The best solution so far is RainX. Have checked other posts and have not heard of anyone updating the wiper motor, it sure would be nice to have a three speed and delay also. If anyone has done anything like this or knows of what might fit without major surgery, or a bank loan. Any help or suggestions greatly appreciated. Have only been on the broad a short time and really have enjoyed all the input all you guys do to help each other, along with the venders. Have a Great Day Eddie47

09-06-2007, 11:49 AM	#2
BB72CHEVKT Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hideaway, TX Posts: 4,950	Re: Windshield wiper conversion ttt. good question. mine sucks too. __________________ 71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400

09-06-2007, 12:33 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Windshield wiper conversion have you taken the wiper arms off and sprayed the towers with wd40 or pbblaster while the wipers were on then after doing that for 5-10 minutes sprayed them with silicone lubricant?? it can make a big differance __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-06-2007, 04:04 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Windshield wiper conversion sounds to me like you have a worn out wiper motor. Mine stays on low unless it is a torental down pour.

09-06-2007, 04:34 PM	#7
bad6772 Official Site Guitar Shredder Join Date: May 2006 Location: Oz Posts: 3,955	Re: Windshield wiper conversion i would check your motor and would lube everything really good,

09-06-2007, 04:45 PM	#8
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Re: Windshield wiper conversion If you want the delay function, you have a few options. Option 1) Read this thread and build it... Delay Wipers Option 2) I make a complete kit and sell them here Wiper Kit *Mods please note that I am not trying to sell my kit here and he was not trying to buy the parts with his original thread. I am simply offering this member information and options to solve his issue. But if needed, feel free to delete my post. __________________ There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank ) bucket**

09-07-2007, 02:40 AM	#9
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: Windshield wiper conversion never got around yo checking it out but mabe a chevy van. i think they are mounted under the dash too __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

09-07-2007, 04:37 PM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Windshield wiper conversion I know for a fact the motor is the exact same as a fist generation camaro/firebird.

09-07-2007, 06:50 PM	#12
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Windshield wiper conversion If you are using Rain-X, here's something I discovered that helped mine work better. 1. Clean the windshield with good glass cleaner. 2. Go over the entire windshield with 0000 steel wool (Four Ought). Don't use anything coarser than this, rubbing the glass with enough pressure to know you did it. 3. Clean the windshield with cleaner, again. 4. Apply the Rain-X, following the application instructions. This procedure helped end the skipping that the wipers did on the glass, when you finally had to run the wipers full-on. I didn't have to fight the black crud that built-up on the glass that made the wipers skip and hop. As proof of my better wiper performance, we drove to Tampa from LR, in Nov. 2000, pulling a small trailer....into the headwinds/rain of a late-season hurricane....through the panhandle of FL. I drove from LR, well into the interior of FL before I had to use the wipers instead of the Rain-X for vision. I was running mine intermittently while other vehicles had theirs on high speed. It was cool. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

09-08-2007, 11:44 AM	#14
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Windshield wiper conversion I have Putter's delay kit on "Merlot" and it's awesome __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

09-08-2007, 03:24 PM	#16
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	Re: Windshield wiper conversion http://www.carolinaclassictrucks.com/p-67-72-int-wiper-kit.html Go to above and you will find what you seek. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

09-08-2007, 02:09 PM	#18
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Windshield wiper conversion the wiper motor oin my one ton is out of a 67 camaro I think... but all 3 trucks I've had as drivers had great wipers. Well, I take that back, my first one, the blue 70 CST/20 longhorn was a little slow, but not slow enough I would complain about them.

09-08-2007, 05:25 PM	#19
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Windshield wiper conversion What he said, it was also in post reply #8 __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T



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