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oldblue1968chevy · 03-09-2011, 10:53 PM

I want to know what the correct style windshield wipers are for a 1968 chevy c10. Also would like to see the 67-72 windshield wiper style (If different).

Mine are metal/plastic. I need new wiper blades, but I dont like the black plastic ones that're currently on the truck. Im going to find some correct wipers before I purchase new blades, Make sense?

Thanks guys. Wheres the best place to purchase blades for our trucks? (Will autozone carry blades this far back? Quality?)

**BIG ORANGE** · 03-09-2011, 11:13 PM

PM sent with help!

ChevLoRay · 03-09-2011, 11:52 PM

Anco or Trico....but I'm thinking that Trico were what was on it when it was new. I'm with you on the metal vs. plastic stuff.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-09-2011, 11:54 PM

Well, theres a 68 there with some U shaped blades, then my 68 had all metal blades. (I'll try'n get some pictures of all this im takling about). So autozone etc carries decent blades for our trucks?

67chevy1series · 03-09-2011, 11:56 PM

last time i went to kragens to get new wiper blades they gave me the right ones (15 in) but they werent the right ones they were like the ones on my moms 05 honda! and when i showed them what i needed they looked at me like i brang in and acient atrifact!

ChevLoRay · 03-10-2011, 01:00 PM

The original arms used wipers that fit onto them and locked onto a pin that was on top of the arm. There was a tab on the bottom side that you'd pry away from the arm, to release the blade.

Check with the vendors on this site and see what they have...

96blazr · 03-10-2011, 01:07 PM

Holy Crap, the last time I bought wipers was......6 or 7 years ago. Haven't had a reason to use them cause I don't drive it in the rain, EVER.

BUT, the last time I bought them I just ordered what ClassicParts.com has and they fit just fine.

ChevLoRay · 03-10-2011, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 67chevy1series

last time i went to kragens to get new wiper blades they gave me the right ones (15 in) but they werent the right ones they were like the ones on my moms 05 honda! and when i showed them what i needed they looked at me like i brang in and acient atrifact!

Sadly, our world has evolved into one that is run by computers and all you need to do is be able to use one. The last time I was aware, the measurement standards (feet, inches, etc.) hadn't changed, so saying it needs a certain length wiper is all that matters to those who just don't get the old car (truck) scene. NAPA is my go-to store. At least most of the guys there are old enough to remember when cars/trucks didn't have a computer of any kind....unless you were into rallying.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-12-2011, 04:46 PM

The trico anco interchange the arms are the same the wiper blade holder parts are different.

I have 1 metal and 2 plastic.

How do the wipers come off the cowl?!

GASoline71 · 03-12-2011, 04:55 PM

There is a tab in the wiper arm that will release them from the splined shaft. Be careful prying on it to get the wiper arm off. You can scratch the paint... ask me how I know.

Gary

oldblue1968chevy · 03-12-2011, 05:27 PM

Ive got em off before, paints scratched to heck and back already. Thanks! I'll try'n straigthen them up!

Andy4639 · 03-12-2011, 05:36 PM

Here is how you get them off right.

The orignal wiper's were all metal.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-12-2011, 05:40 PM

Thats the 1st I have ever seen of the tool to remove wiper arms...

GASoline71 · 03-12-2011, 05:48 PM

Pretty slick! A little ingenuity, time, and some scrap metal... and a cat could fab one of those.

Gary

sleepingbag · 03-12-2011, 10:02 PM

Sadly, Trico is soon to be discontinuing the unpainted metal blade, if you see them out there snatch them up, soon they will be verry tough to find..

AirSpeed · 03-13-2011, 12:47 AM

[QUOTE=Andy4639;4547901][B][COLOR="Red"]Here is how you get them off right.

[IMG]http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/228/228281/pages/107762
I struggled for years everytime I needed to remove wiper arms off one of my trucks, always scratching the cowl and dreading pulling the damn arm off after not setting it straight. I bought one of those tools the other day from LMC and now it's almost fun pulling the arms off! The tool makes it EASY! it was well worth the five bucks!
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AirSpeed · 03-13-2011, 12:51 AM

[QUOTE=Andy4639;4547901][B][COLOR="Red"]Here is how you get them off right.

Are those spray nozzles attached to your wiper arms? If so di you buy them new or take them off another vehicle? Where can I find some that fit? Thanks!
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**Stocker** · 03-13-2011, 02:02 AM

This is what I have. It's padded underneath to keep from scratching the cowl.

Andy4639 · 03-13-2011, 06:04 AM

[quote=AirSpeed;4548825]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

[B][COLOR="Red"]Here is how you get them off right.

Are those spray nozzles attached to your wiper arms? If so di you buy them new or take them off another vehicle? Where can I find some that fit? Thanks!
Posted via Mobile Device

I pulled them off a small Chevy car in the junk yard. I then used the Kerson heater to heat up some water put them in it then clamped them down to the arm until they cooled down. It worked great and they will pop right off if I need them to.

ChevLoRay · 03-13-2011, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

This is what I have. It's padded underneath to keep from scratching the cowl.

Bought one of these. Misplaced it. Bought another one. Now, I have one for the left, and one for the right.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-13-2011, 12:32 PM

I know snap on tools are better than northern tool/harbor freight lol

But for the average person, what kind should I get?

mrein3 · 03-13-2011, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

I know snap on tools are better than northern tool/harbor freight lol

But for the average person, what kind should I get?

The first time I saw Andy4639 post pictures of that Snap-On tool I googled "Snap-On A192" and ordered it. One of the best tools in my tool box, next to the window crank/inside door handle horseshoe clip remover tool.

Both tools are under $10 each and worth every penny if you own one of these trucks.

Hubscrub · 03-13-2011, 03:16 PM

i used to buy refills for my originals but i haven't seen them lately so i just did the next best thing and took the blade out of the newer ones and painted the blade holder silver like my orginal arms

03-09-2011, 10:53 PM	#1
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? I want to know what the correct style windshield wipers are for a 1968 chevy c10. Also would like to see the 67-72 windshield wiper style (If different). Mine are metal/plastic. I need new wiper blades, but I dont like the black plastic ones that're currently on the truck. Im going to find some correct wipers before I purchase new blades, Make sense? Thanks guys. Wheres the best place to purchase blades for our trucks? (Will autozone carry blades this far back? Quality?) __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-09-2011, 11:13 PM	#2
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,764	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? PM sent with help! __________________ Things happen for a reason!

03-09-2011, 11:52 PM	#3
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? Anco or Trico....but I'm thinking that Trico were what was on it when it was new. I'm with you on the metal vs. plastic stuff. __________________ 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.

03-09-2011, 11:54 PM	#4
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? Well, theres a 68 there with some U shaped blades, then my 68 had all metal blades. (I'll try'n get some pictures of all this im takling about). So autozone etc carries decent blades for our trucks? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-09-2011, 11:56 PM	#5
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? last time i went to kragens to get new wiper blades they gave me the right ones (15 in) but they werent the right ones they were like the ones on my moms 05 honda! and when i showed them what i needed they looked at me like i brang in and acient atrifact!

03-10-2011, 01:00 PM	#6
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? The original arms used wipers that fit onto them and locked onto a pin that was on top of the arm. There was a tab on the bottom side that you'd pry away from the arm, to release the blade. Check with the vendors on this site and see what they have... __________________ 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.

03-10-2011, 01:07 PM	#7
96blazr Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: VA Posts: 740	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? Holy Crap, the last time I bought wipers was......6 or 7 years ago. Haven't had a reason to use them cause I don't drive it in the rain, EVER. BUT, the last time I bought them I just ordered what ClassicParts.com has and they fit just fine. __________________ 1968 SWB. GMPP 350/350 Turbo Trans, Edelbrock Performer & Carb. Hedman Hedders, Hooker Aerochambers Mufflers. Tuff Stuff Alternators. Remember, no matter where you go, There you are. Gary

03-12-2011, 04:46 PM	#9
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? The trico anco interchange the arms are the same the wiper blade holder parts are different. I have 1 metal and 2 plastic. How do the wipers come off the cowl?! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-12-2011, 05:27 PM	#11
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? Ive got em off before, paints scratched to heck and back already. Thanks! I'll try'n straigthen them up! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-12-2011, 05:36 PM	#12
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? Here is how you get them off right. The orignal wiper's were all metal. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 03-12-2011 at 05:37 PM.

03-12-2011, 05:40 PM	#13
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? Thats the 1st I have ever seen of the tool to remove wiper arms... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-12-2011, 10:02 PM	#15
sleepingbag Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Pomona Park, FL Posts: 151	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? Sadly, Trico is soon to be discontinuing the unpainted metal blade, if you see them out there snatch them up, soon they will be verry tough to find.. __________________ 1967 GMC 3/4 ton Fleetside 350 ci Chevy I'd rather do it myself and spend the extra 500 dollars Last edited by sleepingbag; 03-12-2011 at 10:03 PM. Reason: oops

03-13-2011, 12:47 AM	#16
AirSpeed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Fall River California Posts: 2,026	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? [QUOTE=Andy4639;4547901][B][COLOR="Red"]Here is how you get them off right. [IMG]http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/228/228281/pages/107762 I struggled for years everytime I needed to remove wiper arms off one of my trucks, always scratching the cowl and dreading pulling the damn arm off after not setting it straight. I bought one of those tools the other day from LMC and now it's almost fun pulling the arms off! The tool makes it EASY! it was well worth the five bucks! Posted via Mobile Device

03-13-2011, 12:51 AM	#17
AirSpeed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Fall River California Posts: 2,026	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? [QUOTE=Andy4639;4547901][B][COLOR="Red"]Here is how you get them off right. Are those spray nozzles attached to your wiper arms? If so di you buy them new or take them off another vehicle? Where can I find some that fit? Thanks! Posted via Mobile Device

03-13-2011, 02:02 AM	#18
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,722	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? This is what I have. It's padded underneath to keep from scratching the cowl. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay



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03-13-2011, 12:32 PM	#21
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Windshield wipers..Whats correct for my/our trucks? I know snap on tools are better than northern tool/harbor freight lol But for the average person, what kind should I get? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

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