Wiper arm removal..
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How in the heck do these come off? Got the nut off and tried to put a puller under it but no luck there. Any help will be app. <img src="gr_stretch.gif" border="0">
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Yeah, got a smaller (but still too big) 2-jaw puller today but it didn't work. I'll see if
Pep Boy's has anything. If I can't pull it off, I'll cut it off <img src="gr_grin.gif" border="0">
Pep Boy's has anything. If I can't pull it off, I'll cut it off <img src="gr_grin.gif" border="0">
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Yes, you will need a small gear puller to get them off. Don't even try to pry them. They are pressed onto a small conical spline and as you can see they are on tight. I took mine off once and I too had to use a small gear puller.
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Oh come on now, you don't need a puller, I used my bare hands. What you do is turn on the ignition, then the wipers until they are vertical, then shut off the ignition. Remove the nut and wiggle (while pulling up) the arm out. It takes a little time but it does come off. Also, be sure not to over torque the nut. You only need ~20 ft/lbs. I over torqued mine <img src="gr_images/icons/mad.gif" border="0"> and busted the transmission mount, now I have to replace it <img src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" border="0"> (luckily it was an inexpesive part <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> ).
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Michael,
Here's the deal! I bought a small 2-arm puller made by OTC #1020 ($29.00) at my local "Transmission & Bearing" supplier. It worked very well. The driver's side broke loose with a hard Crack, then it fought me to the very end. The passenger side broke loose fairly easy. I really don't think that the driver's side would ever have come off safely without using the puller; IMO. Now I can get on with the coil relocation project.
Here's the deal! I bought a small 2-arm puller made by OTC #1020 ($29.00) at my local "Transmission & Bearing" supplier. It worked very well. The driver's side broke loose with a hard Crack, then it fought me to the very end. The passenger side broke loose fairly easy. I really don't think that the driver's side would ever have come off safely without using the puller; IMO. Now I can get on with the coil relocation project.
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MRZ- I'm at the point that I'll give anything a try now <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> Thanks
John- Thanks for the info. I knew they had to be a puller out there (cheap). Now maybe I can get on with my coil relocation <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> Thanks bro!
John- Thanks for the info. I knew they had to be a puller out there (cheap). Now maybe I can get on with my coil relocation <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> Thanks bro!
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Michael,
I just removed the large plastic wiper covering. Here are some tid-bits that might help you with yours.
Remove the long soft rubber gasket first. You can do this by slipping your fingers under the gasket and around the little pins then gently lift and rock the pin side-to-side simultaneously and they will come right out.
I struggled a little with the removal of the large plastic fasteners until I realized that the little center piece is an expander plug. Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the center plug first. Then use the screwdriver again to remove the actual fastener.
The next challenge was getting the washer hose disconnected. (what a whimp!) I ended up using the heat from my drop light to warm up the T-fitting. Then it finally separated.
I love this stuff!!!
Have fun,
John
I just removed the large plastic wiper covering. Here are some tid-bits that might help you with yours.
Remove the long soft rubber gasket first. You can do this by slipping your fingers under the gasket and around the little pins then gently lift and rock the pin side-to-side simultaneously and they will come right out.
I struggled a little with the removal of the large plastic fasteners until I realized that the little center piece is an expander plug. Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the center plug first. Then use the screwdriver again to remove the actual fastener.
The next challenge was getting the washer hose disconnected. (what a whimp!) I ended up using the heat from my drop light to warm up the T-fitting. Then it finally separated.
I love this stuff!!!
Have fun,
John
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[quote]Originally posted by JohnR:
<strong>Michael,
I just removed the large plastic wiper covering. Here are some tid-bits that might help you with yours.
Remove the long soft rubber gasket first. You can do this by slipping your fingers under the gasket and around the little pins then gently lift and rock the pin side-to-side simultaneously and they will come right out.
I struggled a little with the removal of the large plastic fasteners until I realized that the little center piece is an expander plug. Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the center plug first. Then use the screwdriver again to remove the actual fastener.
The next challenge was getting the washer hose disconnected. (what a whimp!) I ended up using the heat from my drop light to warm up the T-fitting. Then it finally separated.
I love this stuff!!!
Have fun,
John</strong><hr></blockquote>
Thanks for the tips! I removed my hood to make things a little easier <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> Finally got the arms off <img src="graemlins/fluffy.gif" border="0" alt="[Fluffy]" />
I'm not sure I want to use a sheet metal screw to attach the coil packs to the "cowl". Looks weak for putting and pulling plug wires. Going to try to find a bolt tomorrow to get everything in there snug. Thanks again!
<strong>Michael,
I just removed the large plastic wiper covering. Here are some tid-bits that might help you with yours.
Remove the long soft rubber gasket first. You can do this by slipping your fingers under the gasket and around the little pins then gently lift and rock the pin side-to-side simultaneously and they will come right out.
I struggled a little with the removal of the large plastic fasteners until I realized that the little center piece is an expander plug. Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the center plug first. Then use the screwdriver again to remove the actual fastener.
The next challenge was getting the washer hose disconnected. (what a whimp!) I ended up using the heat from my drop light to warm up the T-fitting. Then it finally separated.
I love this stuff!!!
Have fun,
John</strong><hr></blockquote>
Thanks for the tips! I removed my hood to make things a little easier <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> Finally got the arms off <img src="graemlins/fluffy.gif" border="0" alt="[Fluffy]" />
I'm not sure I want to use a sheet metal screw to attach the coil packs to the "cowl". Looks weak for putting and pulling plug wires. Going to try to find a bolt tomorrow to get everything in there snug. Thanks again!
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Ok, here's what I done. I got 2 bolts (2" long and 1/4" dia., I think), droped them in from the top with a washer. Then put a washer on and a nut, tighten it down ot the "cowl". Now, get the coil packs and slip them up on the bolts and put a washer and nut and snug them down with a wrench. Yes its a little tight in there but you can do it. (easier than getting the arm's off let me tell you) And, if ever needed to take them off for some reason, you wouldn't be able to see the bolts hanging down. Woolaa! If you come up with something better let me know <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> Looks tough!