Looking for remote '56 Windshield wiper drive
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Looking for remote '56 Windshield wiper drive
Does anyone have info or a link for a 1956 F100 remote windshield wiper drive kit?
The 12v drive motor I now have (mounted on the firewall) interferes with the induction system. I need to install a remote wiper drive system so I can get the current drive motor off the firewall for needed clearance.
Thanks.
The 12v drive motor I now have (mounted on the firewall) interferes with the induction system. I need to install a remote wiper drive system so I can get the current drive motor off the firewall for needed clearance.
Thanks.
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I used a generic motor and mounted it inside the cowl to the LEFT side of the steering column, it uses a piece of 1/4'' rod with left and right threads to adjust. It is just too simple. Hope that helps 
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Hi Skytop
Is this the sort of thing you are looking for http://www.s-v-c.co.uk/ (select wipers from side menu)
I got a used one from a Mini, 2 speed self park for less than $20 they were fitted to lots of UK cars (British Leyland, Vauxhall and Jags) in the 70s and 80s
You can mount the motor where you like, just trim the cable and tubes to suit
I can post some pic's next week if you are interested
Steve
Is this the sort of thing you are looking for http://www.s-v-c.co.uk/ (select wipers from side menu)
I got a used one from a Mini, 2 speed self park for less than $20 they were fitted to lots of UK cars (British Leyland, Vauxhall and Jags) in the 70s and 80s
You can mount the motor where you like, just trim the cable and tubes to suit
I can post some pic's next week if you are interested
Steve
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Universal Dual Wiper Drive Kit
http://www.zigsstreetrods.com/Pages/wiperkits.html
Universal Dual Wiper Drive Kit
<TABLE cellSpacing=4 cellPadding=0 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD colSpan=2>...winner of the 1991 Best New Product of the Year Award at the Street Rod Nationals!</TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD><TD></TD></TR><TR><TD rowSpan=2>
</TD><TD vAlign=top>This universal dual-wipe drive has two wiper shafts with a simple 90° to 160° adjustable sweep. The output shafts will accept either1/2"fine knurl arms or 1/4" round shaft arms.
The output shafts are driven by a remote-mount 82-84 Mazda pickup wiper motor. Either a two-speed self-park switch kit, or a two-speed intermittent self-park switch kit may be selected. Both switch kits have push-to-wash output.
The kits are best suited for cars under construction or paint may be required.
</TD></TR><TR><TD></TD></TR><TR><TD rowSpan=2>
</TD><TD vAlign=top>Simple adjustable wipe from 90° - 160°
Remote mount motor
Washer pump output on switch
Self-parking two-speed, or two-speed self-park intermittent switch kits
SPW-WWK21 Dual-Wipe w/intermittent delay $ 295.00
SPW-WWK2 Dual-Wipe w/o intermittent $ 260.00
</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
http://www.zigsstreetrods.com/Pages/wiperkits.html
Universal Dual Wiper Drive Kit
<TABLE cellSpacing=4 cellPadding=0 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD colSpan=2>...winner of the 1991 Best New Product of the Year Award at the Street Rod Nationals!</TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD><TD></TD></TR><TR><TD rowSpan=2>
</TD><TD vAlign=top>This universal dual-wipe drive has two wiper shafts with a simple 90° to 160° adjustable sweep. The output shafts will accept either1/2"fine knurl arms or 1/4" round shaft arms.The output shafts are driven by a remote-mount 82-84 Mazda pickup wiper motor. Either a two-speed self-park switch kit, or a two-speed intermittent self-park switch kit may be selected. Both switch kits have push-to-wash output.
The kits are best suited for cars under construction or paint may be required.
</TD></TR><TR><TD></TD></TR><TR><TD rowSpan=2>
</TD><TD vAlign=top>Simple adjustable wipe from 90° - 160°Remote mount motor
Washer pump output on switch
Self-parking two-speed, or two-speed self-park intermittent switch kits
SPW-WWK21 Dual-Wipe w/intermittent delay $ 295.00
SPW-WWK2 Dual-Wipe w/o intermittent $ 260.00
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I used the specialty wiper kit as sold by mid-fifty. The truck was already painted and I didn't have a problem. I "highley" recommend the modified version, no welding required. They are "pricey" but IMHO worth every penny, to avoid all the frustration trying to modify something to work.
But hey, what do I know?
But hey, what do I know?
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Thanks to all for the help.
I looked at the Specialty wiper kit but they don't list anything for Ford. (Do they think only Chevy's need wipers?)
B/B Ford.... On the Specialty website, they do not show a 'modified' kit. What exactly is the modified kit??? Thanks.
This is expensive but I do feel it is worth it. This kit provides a solution to a real problem I was working on.
I looked at the Specialty wiper kit but they don't list anything for Ford. (Do they think only Chevy's need wipers?)
B/B Ford.... On the Specialty website, they do not show a 'modified' kit. What exactly is the modified kit??? Thanks.
This is expensive but I do feel it is worth it. This kit provides a solution to a real problem I was working on.
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The modified kit is sold by mid-fifty. It is modified to use the original openings in the cowl, no welding.
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B/B Ford:
Sounds like it's the only way to go. I went from a single quad to Weber induction with full air cleaners. The rear of the d/s rear air cleaner runs into the stock 12v wiper motor which 'hangs out' off the firewall too much. Since the truck is already painted, I don't wish to do any welding to the cowel so the moded kit is just the ticket!! Thanks very much for your assistance.
I would post a photo but I could not see any way to upload the image and I don't have a website to link to.
Sounds like it's the only way to go. I went from a single quad to Weber induction with full air cleaners. The rear of the d/s rear air cleaner runs into the stock 12v wiper motor which 'hangs out' off the firewall too much. Since the truck is already painted, I don't wish to do any welding to the cowel so the moded kit is just the ticket!! Thanks very much for your assistance.
I would post a photo but I could not see any way to upload the image and I don't have a website to link to.
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Originally Posted by skytop
B/B Ford:
Sounds like it's the only way to go. I went from a single quad to Weber induction with full air cleaners. The rear of the d/s rear air cleaner runs into the stock 12v wiper motor which 'hangs out' off the firewall too much. Since the truck is already painted, I don't wish to do any welding to the cowel so the moded kit is just the ticket!! Thanks very much for your assistance.
I would post a photo but I could not see any way to upload the image and I don't have a website to link to.
Sounds like it's the only way to go. I went from a single quad to Weber induction with full air cleaners. The rear of the d/s rear air cleaner runs into the stock 12v wiper motor which 'hangs out' off the firewall too much. Since the truck is already painted, I don't wish to do any welding to the cowel so the moded kit is just the ticket!! Thanks very much for your assistance.
I would post a photo but I could not see any way to upload the image and I don't have a website to link to.
you can create a gallery here of any and all the pix you'd like. Just go to your user CP (first choice in the blue bar at the top of the page) and follow the directions.
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I went out the mid-50's site and tried the search... which is about useless... but I saw nothing on their online catalog about remote drive WS wipers ???
my printed catalog is a couple years old.... are they in the catalog ??"
john
my printed catalog is a couple years old.... are they in the catalog ??"
john
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Here is a link to the new gallery with a photo of the Weber setup. Hope the picture is viewable.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...&albumid=21341
I ran Webers all through the 1980's and 1990's and really enjoyed the looks and performance they provided. Once you become familiar with them, they can be very user friendly. Perfomance gains are dramatic over regular carbs.
One thing that is new to me are the cool CNC'd air cleaners with K&N elements that have recently become available. The air cleaners are large so the air flow inside is not disturbed at the critical edge of the intake stacks. Webers demand smooth laminar air flow into the stack or else performance is seriously degraded. For street use, good air filtration is a must.
The rear of the large air cleaners caused the interference with the 12v wiper motor. When I get this system installed, I'll post some photos.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...&albumid=21341
I ran Webers all through the 1980's and 1990's and really enjoyed the looks and performance they provided. Once you become familiar with them, they can be very user friendly. Perfomance gains are dramatic over regular carbs.
One thing that is new to me are the cool CNC'd air cleaners with K&N elements that have recently become available. The air cleaners are large so the air flow inside is not disturbed at the critical edge of the intake stacks. Webers demand smooth laminar air flow into the stack or else performance is seriously degraded. For street use, good air filtration is a must.
The rear of the large air cleaners caused the interference with the 12v wiper motor. When I get this system installed, I'll post some photos.
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John, they are in the printed catalog I have. 2005 version, page 67. It is identified as a 53-55 model. I didn,t know about the "modified version" when I bought mine from "no limit" I was having problems, so I called mid-fifty to see, what they do". they told me about the modified version they sell and I,m 99.9% sure that they also work on 56,s. They put me in touch with the guy that modifies their kits, and he told me what to do to mine. I'm very vague on the details right now, so if you want more info I would call mid-fifty
note; The catalog identifies them as "specialty wiper kit, modified".
note; The catalog identifies them as "specialty wiper kit, modified".