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TrainD5115 · 09-12-2004, 12:32 AM

I hope I don't get ripped for asking this question but I can't help it. Will it take more than a new switch to convert from standard to delay type wipers?
Go easy on the new guy. Thanks in advance.

Mike76251 · 09-12-2004, 05:17 AM

You will need a delay module to time the delay.
They are mounted right under the steering column.
I wouldn't recommend changing to delay wipers 'cause this little module is rather expensive ($65 and a GM parts counter) and it doesn't last very long.
It seems the electronics inside cannot take the heat the thing generates when it is working.

TrainD5115 · 09-12-2004, 10:05 AM

Okay. I wasn't sure if the original wiring would support a different module. Thanks for the info.

dswancutt · 09-12-2004, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike76251

You will need a delay module to time the delay.
They are mounted right under the steering column.
I wouldn't recommend changing to delay wipers 'cause this little module is rather expensive ($65 and a GM parts counter) and it doesn't last very long.
It seems the electronics inside cannot take the heat the thing generates when it is working.

Yes & no. I have had three modules, two bought off eBay and one I took out of an 80 Suburban. The first one from eBay never worked, the second had the random wipe every now and then. The current module I am using is out of the 80 Suburban and works perfectly and this truck was abused during it's last years (hunting rig with about a ton of dust inside). I'm not saying that a new module wouldn't fail right away, but now that I have it, I would not go back. I plan on getting new ones for back up as soon as I get some other things out of the way.

Doug

badone07 · 09-12-2004, 12:53 PM

I just happened to put one in my 84 last weekend. Rebuilt the column and while apart, installed a (free) used intermittant switch and delay box from an 87. I actually used the plastic column cover to make it easier. Works great. I can't see how the delay box wouldn't last long. Mine is used, has a heatsink on it and works fine. I know the switch is expensive to replace. Like around $190 at Advance Auto.

John

cliffsta · 09-12-2004, 07:14 PM

yeah it sucks having 2 speed wipers, especially when its raining enough to impair vision, but soft enough that the wipers go sCRRRRRRRRR SCRRRRRRRR. The local dealership (God bless em) spec'd my Custum Deluxe with A/C, gauges, and some other goodies, but its got 2 speed wipers.

dswancutt · 09-12-2004, 10:34 PM

Cliffsta;

Try the RainX bug formula windshield washer fluid. It takes a while to build up, but once the winshield is coated, it does wonders for the condition you sited and it really works in keeping the bugs from sticking. Even with my really pitted windshield, the bugs come right off. Wal-Mart should still have it in stock, because I don't think you would need the winter formula in Louisianna. It runs about a $1.00 more than the blue stuff.

Doug

cliffsta · 09-12-2004, 11:06 PM

yeah and on top of it all, my washer pump is non functioning. It's clogged somewhere inside the pump, i was gonna fix it this weekend but never got around to it. always tomorrow...

*1972C10* · 09-13-2004, 04:58 PM

My 85 has intermittant wipers and it works great just has a module that plugs into series with the wire harness and of course the switch inside the colum is different.

09-12-2004, 12:32 AM	#1
TrainD5115 North Coast, baby! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 437	Intermittant wipers I hope I don't get ripped for asking this question but I can't help it. Will it take more than a new switch to convert from standard to delay type wipers? Go easy on the new guy. Thanks in advance. __________________ Brad 79 Scottsdale C20 350/350 3.73's Still running full CA smog gear!

09-12-2004, 10:05 AM	#3
TrainD5115 North Coast, baby! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 437	Okay. I wasn't sure if the original wiring would support a different module. Thanks for the info. __________________ Brad 79 Scottsdale C20 350/350 3.73's Still running full CA smog gear!

09-12-2004, 07:14 PM	#6
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	yeah it sucks having 2 speed wipers, especially when its raining enough to impair vision, but soft enough that the wipers go sCRRRRRRRRR SCRRRRRRRR. The local dealership (God bless em) spec'd my Custum Deluxe with A/C, gauges, and some other goodies, but its got 2 speed wipers. __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

09-12-2004, 11:06 PM	#8
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	yeah and on top of it all, my washer pump is non functioning. It's clogged somewhere inside the pump, i was gonna fix it this weekend but never got around to it. always tomorrow... __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

09-12-2004, 05:17 AM	#2
Mike76251 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 2,500	You will need a delay module to time the delay. They are mounted right under the steering column. I wouldn't recommend changing to delay wipers 'cause this little module is rather expensive ($65 and a GM parts counter) and it doesn't last very long. It seems the electronics inside cannot take the heat the thing generates when it is working.

09-12-2004, 12:53 PM	#5
badone07 Project 2 Resume Join Date: May 2004 Location: Jim Thorpe, PA Posts: 884	I just happened to put one in my 84 last weekend. Rebuilt the column and while apart, installed a (free) used intermittant switch and delay box from an 87. I actually used the plastic column cover to make it easier. Works great. I can't see how the delay box wouldn't last long. Mine is used, has a heatsink on it and works fine. I know the switch is expensive to replace. Like around $190 at Advance Auto. John

09-12-2004, 10:34 PM	#7
dswancutt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Franklin, NE Posts: 387	Cliffsta; Try the RainX bug formula windshield washer fluid. It takes a while to build up, but once the winshield is coated, it does wonders for the condition you sited and it really works in keeping the bugs from sticking. Even with my really pitted windshield, the bugs come right off. Wal-Mart should still have it in stock, because I don't think you would need the winter formula in Louisianna. It runs about a $1.00 more than the blue stuff. Doug

09-13-2004, 04:58 PM	#9
1972C10 Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 2,686	My 85 has intermittant wipers and it works great just has a module that plugs into series with the wire harness and of course the switch inside the colum is different.



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