C3 Tech/Performance V8 Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Basic Tech and Maintenance for the C3 Corvette
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

75 wiper problem

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jun 10, 2007 | 10:52 AM
  #1  
Five-spot's Avatar
Five-spot
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 64
Likes: 0
From: Knoxville Iowa
Default 75 wiper problem

This is a laziness question, because I could take both of them apart and probably figure this out, but when Imove the wiper switch to the wiper operate position, nothing happens. When I push in on what should activate the washers, the wipers operate, at the speed set on the wiper switch. The wiper motor was replaced about two months ago. Is it more likelythat A-the switch is bad, B-the switch was wired wrong when the motor was replaced, C-The switch was wired to the motor incorrectly D-something else.
Reply
Old Jun 10, 2007 | 11:00 AM
  #2  
jotto's Avatar
jotto
Melting Slicks
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 2,056
Likes: 8
From: Redruth Cornwall
Default

I would go for C as its would only be the motor that has been disturbed, at least thats what I assume would have happened. If the car is nearby, go check the connections and post back! lazy-itus....a corvette related disease!
Reply
Old Jun 10, 2007 | 12:21 PM
  #3  
...Roger...'s Avatar
...Roger...
Race Director
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 16,528
Likes: 53
From: Dayton, Ohio
Default

Originally Posted by Five-spot
This is a laziness question, because I could take both of them apart and probably figure this out, but when Imove the wiper switch to the wiper operate position, nothing happens. When I push in on what should activate the washers, the wipers operate, at the speed set on the wiper switch. The wiper motor was replaced about two months ago. Is it more likelythat A-the switch is bad, B-the switch was wired wrong when the motor was replaced, C-The switch was wired to the motor incorrectly D-something else.
Is the wiper motor grounded by the single black wire on a spade attached to the motor case? Sounds like its finding its ground through the washer.Also check to see if the center cluster frame(what the wiper switch is mounted in) is broken if it is put a temporary ground to it and see if it works.That metal frame is the ground for the wiper switch.
Reply
Old Jun 10, 2007 | 05:27 PM
  #4  
Five-spot's Avatar
Five-spot
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 64
Likes: 0
From: Knoxville Iowa
Default

Had some time on my hands, so took the swittch block out of the dash and looked it over. Apparently the motor to switch wiring was replaced when the new motor was installed. Whole problem appears to have been a poorly crimped connecter which pulled out when I dismounted the switch. Fixed that,works fine thanks for the reply.
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To 75 wiper problem





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 08:17 AM.

story-0
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Corvettes that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 10:34:17


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer

A lot of money has changed hands at the online auction house over the years.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-03 10:21:50


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: 10 great gifts Corvette enthusiasts actually want for Father's Day!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:40


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems

Slideshow: These are the quirks, annoyances, and oddly lovable problems that every Corvette owner eventually learns to live with.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 09:31:39


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years

Slideshow: 10 reasons why the C6 Z06 is still a performance benchmark after 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 17:20:09


VIEW MORE
story-5
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972

Slideshow: How much horsepower every Corvette engine lost in 1972.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:54:53


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!

Slideshow: How to Protect A Convertible Top: 10 DOs & DON'Ts

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-03 00:00:00


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!

Slideshow: The 10 most explosive Corvettes ever built based on power-to-weight ratio.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-20 07:23:03


VIEW MORE
story-8
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter

Slideshow: From C1 to C8 we compare every Corvette generation by the numbers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 16:54:12


VIEW MORE
story-9
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time

Slideshow: Some Corvette pace cars became collectible legends, while others perfectly captured the look and attitude of their era.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:50:51


VIEW MORE