Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Bradydz · 03-16-2012, 04:07 PM

On my way home last night, it was raining pretty hard, and I noticed after a little while, I could hardly see through my rear-view mirror, because my window was just so covered with water. Granted, I don't have a bed floor at the moment, so all the water splashes to the back of the cab from the tires, but it made me think, has anyone ever added a rear window wiper? Or do you think it'd be more trouble than it's worth?

Greg63 · 03-16-2012, 04:41 PM

Now there is something I have never thought of. Probably because I try to not drive in the rain, but I wouldn't think it would be necessary.
Greg

k1rodeoboater · 03-16-2012, 04:43 PM

Rainx is much cheaper and easier
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1963c-10 · 03-16-2012, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by k1rodeoboater

Rainx is much cheaper and easier
Posted via Mobile Device

I second that

Bradydz · 03-16-2012, 04:48 PM

I have RainX on the window, but it still gets pretty bad and hard to see, probably more from the mist coming from the tires. Just a random idea that popped into my head, seein' if anyone else has ever thought of something like that.

oem4me · 03-16-2012, 05:33 PM

Yes, it's been done. Every imaginable accessory was added to this snow plow rig, including a rear wiper. The owner was evidently so proud of his truck that he was afraid to use it. 5300 actual unrestored miles.

markeb01 · 03-16-2012, 07:47 PM

I think it would be a useful addition for a working truck, but on a classic truck it may be cosmetically difficult to install a wiper motor and make it look decent on the interior side. It would also seem to be most practical on a big window. A small window would have to have a tiny arm and blade like on a chopped top.

Bradydz · 03-16-2012, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

I think it would be a useful addition for a working truck, but on a classic truck it may be cosmetically difficult to install a wiper motor and make it look decent on the interior side. It would also seem to be most practical on a big window. A small window would have to have a tiny arm and blade like on a chopped top.

That's what I was thinking, too, just a cool idea, if someone could make it look good, you know?

Slow Build · 03-16-2012, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

it may be cosmetically difficult to install a wiper motor and make it look decent on the interior side.

You could go without a motor and make it manual.

I wonder if you could use one of those magnetic aquarium cleaners to manually wiper the window.

markeb01 · 03-16-2012, 09:09 PM

Or perhaps one of the street rod remote cable drive setups could be mounted in the cab corner behind the seat with the drive end fished into place through the pivot hole and the dome light opening. Here's an example:

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Basic-...-Kit,5096.html

http://static.speedwaymotors.com/pdf/91123300.pdf

1964c-10 · 03-16-2012, 09:39 PM

ditch the rear view - problem solved

03-16-2012, 04:07 PM	#1
Bradydz Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Medford, Oregon Posts: 119	Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? On my way home last night, it was raining pretty hard, and I noticed after a little while, I could hardly see through my rear-view mirror, because my window was just so covered with water. Granted, I don't have a bed floor at the moment, so all the water splashes to the back of the cab from the tires, but it made me think, has anyone ever added a rear window wiper? Or do you think it'd be more trouble than it's worth?

03-16-2012, 04:41 PM	#2
Greg63 Enjoy your truck Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,066	Re: Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? Now there is something I have never thought of. Probably because I try to not drive in the rain, but I wouldn't think it would be necessary. Greg __________________ 1 Corinthians 10:13 1963 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 2010 Camaro SS/RS 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Jeep Cherokee

03-16-2012, 04:43 PM	#3
k1rodeoboater Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fayetteville NC Posts: 752	Re: Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? Rainx is much cheaper and easier Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1966 C10 Long step build on a budget http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445201 no garage, no shop, limited storage space and tools....no problem.

03-16-2012, 04:48 PM	#5
Bradydz Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Medford, Oregon Posts: 119	Re: Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? I have RainX on the window, but it still gets pretty bad and hard to see, probably more from the mist coming from the tires. Just a random idea that popped into my head, seein' if anyone else has ever thought of something like that.

03-16-2012, 05:33 PM	#6
oem4me Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 3,055	Re: Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? Yes, it's been done. Every imaginable accessory was added to this snow plow rig, including a rear wiper. The owner was evidently so proud of his truck that he was afraid to use it. 5300 actual unrestored miles. Attached Images

03-16-2012, 07:47 PM	#7
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? I think it would be a useful addition for a working truck, but on a classic truck it may be cosmetically difficult to install a wiper motor and make it look decent on the interior side. It would also seem to be most practical on a big window. A small window would have to have a tiny arm and blade like on a chopped top. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

03-16-2012, 09:09 PM	#10
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? Or perhaps one of the street rod remote cable drive setups could be mounted in the cab corner behind the seat with the drive end fished into place through the pivot hole and the dome light opening. Here's an example: http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Basic-...-Kit,5096.html http://static.speedwaymotors.com/pdf/91123300.pdf __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

03-16-2012, 09:39 PM	#11
1964c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: State Center, IA Posts: 212	Re: Anyone ever thought about putting a rear window wiper? ditch the rear view - problem solved __________________ 2003 Serria K1500 1998 Camaro 1964 C10 long fleetside bed, small back window, 3 on the tree 1964 C20 custom cab, long fleetside bed, big back window, 4 on the floor Disclaimer- anything posted is only based on my personal experience, opinions, and advice given by others. There are no implied or written warranties or guarantees with anything posted on this website.



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