67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

adanac · 07-07-2019, 10:30 PM

It's hard to believe, but the last time I posted on this forum was almost 12 years ago and I still have the Longhorn!

After ALL those years of me waffling between ...sell it, keep it, sell it .....KEEP it ...well ...I'm keeping it

Any who ...what are my options for updating the wiper motor. There seems to be only one thread discussing it.

Ideas?

Tom

**truckster** · 07-07-2019, 10:43 PM

No ideas, but welcome back.

**WorkinLonghorn** · 07-07-2019, 10:59 PM

What are the symptoms? I thought mine was toast but it turned out to just be the connection behind the switch came loose. Does it run at all? -BA

siggyfreud · 07-08-2019, 01:54 AM

I think Detroit Speed makes a 5 speed direct replacement for us. Not cheap though if I recall. Around $500-600.

**Blazerowner** · 07-08-2019, 02:10 AM

Cheaper option:

https://newportwipers.com/

siggyfreud · 07-08-2019, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blazerowner

Cheaper option:

https://newportwipers.com/

Oh nice. Are theirs also more than two speeds?

I found a link for the expensive option.

https://www.detroitspeed.com/all-pro...k-121631-group

adanac · 07-08-2019, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

What are the symptoms? I thought mine was toast but it turned out to just be the connection behind the switch came loose. Does it run at all? -BA

The motor still functions but is very slooooooow. It no longer has two speeds.

a.c.ward · 07-08-2019, 08:52 AM

I use the Newport wipers kit with the intermittent option on all my customers build. very nice product. I have met the inventor/owner at Goodguys car show in Ft Worth, very nice to deal with, and made in America product using all GM components so they can be sourced for replacements.

I have one of the first kits released on my 68, it has been installed for over 9 years, works flawlessly

adanac · 07-08-2019, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a.c.ward

I use the Newport wipers kit with the intermittent option on all my customers build. very nice product. I have met the inventor/owner at Goodguys car show in Ft Worth, very nice to deal with, and made in America product using all GM components so they can be sourced for replacements.

I have one of the first kits released on my 68, it has been installed for over 9 years, works flawlessly

Are the Newports 'faster' than the original motors ....do they swipe faster?

**HO455** · 07-08-2019, 09:59 PM

On my Burban I tore the linkages apart, cleaned and lubed everything. Replaced the shaft seal and greased the shaft, then reassembled. (The seal made a noticeable difference in speed) It works much better now. A little slow for the first 30 seconds or so but then it works good. I have had to use the high speed on occasion when the rain is heavy. It is my daily driver here in NW Oregon. I haven't found any time yet when high speed wasn't fast enough. But I also haven't experienced any deluges like the ones I experienced back in Virginia years ago.
I had to drive the old ladies Lexus a couple of weeks ago in the rain and I'm so accustomed to the slower speed of the truck's wipers, the Lexus's wipers were freaking me out as they are violently fast.
I also installed a intermittent wiper controller from Revolution Electronics. It is great and no where near as expensive as some other options.

**WorkinLonghorn** · 07-08-2019, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adanac

The motor still functions but is very slooooooow. It no longer has two speeds.

Sounds exactly like mine. I'll be watching this thread. I may try lube'n it all up like HO455 did.

adanac · 07-09-2019, 12:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HO455

On my Burban I tore the linkages apart, cleaned and lubed everything. Replaced the shaft seal and greased the shaft, then reassembled. (The seal made a noticeable difference in speed) It works much better now.

Thanks HO455 for the info. I shall try that first.

Andy4639 · 07-09-2019, 06:19 AM

Factory motor and linkage works great. I added a electric water jug out in the motor area and squirters off a Tahoe back glass to the wiper arms so I get the whole window sprayed.
I also bought the delay feature from twouvakind who is a memeber here he makes the delay switch for our trucks. It's a plug and play deal.
Check it out here.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=721854

grndcont · 07-09-2019, 09:13 AM

i have a brand-new in box Detroit speed unit if you want it. can sell for cheaper then new.

**SIXTY9** · 07-10-2019, 01:34 AM

grndcont,

sent you a PM.

**special-K** · 07-10-2019, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

[B][COLOR="Red"]Factory motor and linkage works great. I added a electric water jug out in the motor area and squirters off a Tahoe back glass to the wiper arms so I get the whole window sprayed.
I also bought the delay feature from twouvakind who is a memeber here he makes the delay switch for our trucks. It's a plug and play deal.

That's nice. I only miss intermittent. 2spd works fine for me since I rarely rarely if ever need to use hi. I can't stand them on high. If it's raining that hard it's time to pull over and never have a problem seeing running on low. Twouvakind's delay is all I need. Mo' money for mo' impo'tant things

**PDXk5** · 07-10-2019, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a.c.ward

I use the Newport wipers kit with the intermittent option on all my customers build. very nice product. I have met the inventor/owner at Goodguys car show in Ft Worth, very nice to deal with, and made in America product using all GM components so they can be sourced for replacements.

I have one of the first kits released on my 68, it has been installed for over 9 years, works flawlessly

I did the same thing with my ‘72 Blazer. Stock knob fits right onto switch and looks stock inside. For better spray coverage, I did a similar set up as Andy. I sprayed my arms black so the hose and spray nozzle disappear. It looks and functions great. Mine has the intermittent setting, much needed here in the Pacific NW...lots of light rain conditions. Only complaint I have is the motor seems to be noticeably louder than the stock wiper motor when operating.

07-07-2019, 10:30 PM	#1
adanac Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: British Columbia Posts: 14	67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? It's hard to believe, but the last time I posted on this forum was almost 12 years ago and I still have the Longhorn! After ALL those years of me waffling between ...sell it, keep it, sell it .....KEEP it ...well ...I'm keeping it Any who ...what are my options for updating the wiper motor. There seems to be only one thread discussing it. Ideas? Tom __________________ 1971 Chevy Longhorn

07-07-2019, 10:43 PM	#2
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,796	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? No ideas, but welcome back. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

07-07-2019, 10:59 PM	#3
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,855	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? What are the symptoms? I thought mine was toast but it turned out to just be the connection behind the switch came loose. Does it run at all? -BA __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme. Best $300 I ever spent.

07-08-2019, 01:54 AM	#4
siggyfreud Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Portland Posts: 1,330	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? I think Detroit Speed makes a 5 speed direct replacement for us. Not cheap though if I recall. Around $500-600. __________________ Current Build - Project "Ghost of Poseidon" 72 C10 Pro-touring build Previous Build - 66 GMC Pro-touring build. Sold.

07-08-2019, 02:10 AM	#5
Blazerowner Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Yuba City, Ca Posts: 1,920	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? Cheaper option: https://newportwipers.com/ __________________ Kirk 72 Blazer CST 4wd highlander 66 Nova

07-08-2019, 08:52 AM	#8
a.c.ward Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: killeen tx 76542 Posts: 193	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? I use the Newport wipers kit with the intermittent option on all my customers build. very nice product. I have met the inventor/owner at Goodguys car show in Ft Worth, very nice to deal with, and made in America product using all GM components so they can be sourced for replacements. I have one of the first kits released on my 68, it has been installed for over 9 years, works flawlessly __________________ A C Ward Retired US Army 66 El Camino 67 SWB underwent major Surgery- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=776475

07-08-2019, 09:59 PM	#10
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,804	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? On my Burban I tore the linkages apart, cleaned and lubed everything. Replaced the shaft seal and greased the shaft, then reassembled. (The seal made a noticeable difference in speed) It works much better now. A little slow for the first 30 seconds or so but then it works good. I have had to use the high speed on occasion when the rain is heavy. It is my daily driver here in NW Oregon. I haven't found any time yet when high speed wasn't fast enough. But I also haven't experienced any deluges like the ones I experienced back in Virginia years ago. I had to drive the old ladies Lexus a couple of weeks ago in the rain and I'm so accustomed to the slower speed of the truck's wipers, the Lexus's wipers were freaking me out as they are violently fast. I also installed a intermittent wiper controller from Revolution Electronics. It is great and no where near as expensive as some other options. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban the WMB,1991 S(stink)-10 Blazer,1969 GTO, 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird. 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

07-09-2019, 06:19 AM	#13
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? Factory motor and linkage works great. I added a electric water jug out in the motor area and squirters off a Tahoe back glass to the wiper arms so I get the whole window sprayed. I also bought the delay feature from twouvakind who is a memeber here he makes the delay switch for our trucks. It's a plug and play deal. Check it out here. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=721854 Attached Images __________________ 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.

07-09-2019, 09:13 AM	#14
grndcont Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 15	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? i have a brand-new in box Detroit speed unit if you want it. can sell for cheaper then new.

07-10-2019, 01:34 AM	#15
SIXTY9 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: North Charleston SC Posts: 503	Re: 67-72 wiper motor ...upgrade? grndcont, sent you a PM.



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