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epthree04 · 10-30-2006, 02:08 PM

okay these are retarded questions but i need to ask. how do you get off the windshield wipers? i am trying to take the cowl off and its driving me nuts! also how do i take off the core support? i think i know how this is held on but just making sure im doing it right. thanks the help guys! this site is a lifesaver!

*wolfthing2000* · 10-30-2006, 02:13 PM

There is a spring like tab that hooks over the splined shaft on the wiper. You have to hold it in the "open " oposition and then pry the wiper up to remove. Spray some good penetrating oil( like GIBBS) on the parts to help.

*wolfthing2000* · 10-30-2006, 02:15 PM

The core support is bolted down to the frame with a rubber mount set up just to the outboard side of the frame in front. You can't miss it.. You will need the GIBBS here also.
There are the fender to core/grill bolts that have to be removed also.

rsorrowjr · 10-30-2006, 02:16 PM

The windshield wipers have a tab that you push to release from the stub. The core support has two bolts to the frame and several bolts that connect to the fenders. Take the fenders off first

skchevota · 10-30-2006, 02:21 PM

By the windsheild wipers I assume you are talking about the arms? To remove them, you just pull outward on them right at the base, i usaly use a screwdriver to help pry them off, but be sure to protect your paint!
The radiator support you need to remove the grilland any wires attached to itand the support, then ther are a few bolts hlding on each fender that can be accessed fron the inside of the engine bay, then just remove the two bolts that go straight down into the ruber bushings on the frame. that is it. You might want to get a repair manuel that will show you exploded views of all of this if you have any trouble locating the bolts, plus it will come in handy in future projects.

epthree04 · 11-01-2006, 01:43 AM

ill try and find a repair manual. i thought thats how you remove all of this but i cant seem to pull the wipers off. ill try some anti=seeze stuff. also the core support doesnt need the fenders to come off first to be pulled off does it?

junkyardjohn · 11-01-2006, 06:54 AM

K-d Pt # 2039 Is A Wiper Arm Removal Tool That Will Take Those Off In Seconds. They Are Available At Your Local Napa Or Any Auto Parts Store That Sells K-d Tools For Around $10.
No Fuss. Muss Or Bother. No Rag Wrapped Screwdrivers, Pliers Or Prybars & No Danger Of Scatching The Paint.

YOU DON'T HAVE TO REMOVE THE FENDERS. JUST LOOSEN THEM UP, & WHERE THE INNER FENDERS ATTACH TO THE CAB & GOES AROUND YOUR STEERING SHAFT . SPREAD THE FENDERS ABOUT 2 INCHES & IT WILL CLEAR YOUR RAD. SUPPORT. John

10-30-2006, 02:08 PM	#1
epthree04 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tucson Posts: 86	retarded questions okay these are retarded questions but i need to ask. how do you get off the windshield wipers? i am trying to take the cowl off and its driving me nuts! also how do i take off the core support? i think i know how this is held on but just making sure im doing it right. thanks the help guys! this site is a lifesaver!

10-30-2006, 02:13 PM	#2
wolfthing2000 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,276	Re: retarded questions There is a spring like tab that hooks over the splined shaft on the wiper. You have to hold it in the "open " oposition and then pry the wiper up to remove. Spray some good penetrating oil( like GIBBS) on the parts to help.

10-30-2006, 02:15 PM	#3
wolfthing2000 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,276	Re: retarded questions The core support is bolted down to the frame with a rubber mount set up just to the outboard side of the frame in front. You can't miss it.. You will need the GIBBS here also. There are the fender to core/grill bolts that have to be removed also.

10-30-2006, 02:16 PM	#4
rsorrowjr Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: georgia Posts: 73	Re: retarded questions The windshield wipers have a tab that you push to release from the stub. The core support has two bolts to the frame and several bolts that connect to the fenders. Take the fenders off first __________________ 1971 GMC 4x4 SWB 1970 GMC LWB 2002 Mustang GT 2004 Honda VTX 1800c Last edited by rsorrowjr; 10-30-2006 at 02:17 PM.

10-30-2006, 02:21 PM	#5
skchevota Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Evans, Colorado Posts: 530	Re: retarded questions By the windsheild wipers I assume you are talking about the arms? To remove them, you just pull outward on them right at the base, i usaly use a screwdriver to help pry them off, but be sure to protect your paint! The radiator support you need to remove the grilland any wires attached to itand the support, then ther are a few bolts hlding on each fender that can be accessed fron the inside of the engine bay, then just remove the two bolts that go straight down into the ruber bushings on the frame. that is it. You might want to get a repair manuel that will show you exploded views of all of this if you have any trouble locating the bolts, plus it will come in handy in future projects.

11-01-2006, 01:43 AM	#6
epthree04 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tucson Posts: 86	Re: retarded questions ill try and find a repair manual. i thought thats how you remove all of this but i cant seem to pull the wipers off. ill try some anti=seeze stuff. also the core support doesnt need the fenders to come off first to be pulled off does it?

11-01-2006, 06:54 AM	#7
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	Re: retarded questions K-d Pt # 2039 Is A Wiper Arm Removal Tool That Will Take Those Off In Seconds. They Are Available At Your Local Napa Or Any Auto Parts Store That Sells K-d Tools For Around $10. No Fuss. Muss Or Bother. No Rag Wrapped Screwdrivers, Pliers Or Prybars & No Danger Of Scatching The Paint. YOU DON'T HAVE TO REMOVE THE FENDERS. JUST LOOSEN THEM UP, & WHERE THE INNER FENDERS ATTACH TO THE CAB & GOES AROUND YOUR STEERING SHAFT . SPREAD THE FENDERS ABOUT 2 INCHES & IT WILL CLEAR YOUR RAD. SUPPORT. John __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST Last edited by junkyardjohn; 11-01-2006 at 07:00 AM.



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