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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 09:05 AM
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can i replace the original wiper system in my 59 corvette with wiper system from a later model corvette
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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 09:18 AM
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58-62 wiper transmissions and center pulley plate should work across those years....earlier vettes had different mounting brackets for the transmissions due to the different dash/cowl design. The wiper transmissions will have the year they are intended for embossed on the housing.

I have a bunch of information on this topic if you decide to tackle the job...its a PITA BTW.

These items have started to go for crazy money as you can see: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1958-59-60-61-62-NOS-Corvette-wiper-transmissions-1-PR-/250966856922?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_A ccessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item3a6eca54da

I got my "rebuilt" transmissions at Old Town, Kissimmee, Fl NCRS meet last year for like $150 for the whole deal and still had to work them over as they had the wrong length cables installed.

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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 09:13 PM
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Jonno,

Raingear and SPW both make windshield wiper systems that will work in your '59. Check them out.

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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 09:45 PM
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Yes - I may have mis-interpreted your posting...if you want to jettison the cable/pulley system completely then the aftermarket alternatives listed above both work...

You can sell your original wiper components to offset the cost of the new system.
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