wiper switch panel slot ?
Jan 23, 2002 | 03:55 PM
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Melting Slicks
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wiper switch panel slot ?
Hi
Always wondered what this open slot underneath the CORVETTE sign of the center gauge wiper switch panel is for.
Should it be open or covered ?
Just can't see any reason for it on my 68 big block convertible.
Give me a hint.
Gunther :seeya
Jan 23, 2002 | 04:20 PM
Burning Brakes
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (WESCH)
I believe an air duct is supposed to be up there and fit right in that slot.
Jan 23, 2002 | 04:20 PM
Burning Brakes
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (WESCH)
On my car, there is a plastic duct from the ventilation system that comes through that hole and blows down toward the console.
Jan 23, 2002 | 05:29 PM
Burning Brakes
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (WESCH)
I will check, give me a reminder on friday night (German Time! :D)
Jan 23, 2002 | 05:37 PM
Melting Slicks
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (WESCH)
Yep - a small duct fits right in there and blows down.
Jan 23, 2002 | 06:43 PM
Burning Brakes
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (Tex71BB)
Quote:
On my car, there is a plastic duct from the ventilation system that comes through that hole and blows down toward the console.
Ditto!
Jan 23, 2002 | 08:04 PM
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (mdsmith)
Its unanimous. We all agree. That is exactly what it is and what it does. :smash:
Jan 24, 2002 | 06:18 PM
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Melting Slicks
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (454Big)
OK, thanks.
No duct on my car.
I have all this apart to install my 68 radio and there is for sure no duct on my car. Also can't see where it would come from ?
Is it contsantly blowing, or can it be shut off with what levers.
I will keep it apart till I find more info to get correct.
Again, thanks a lot.
Gunther :seeya
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Jan 24, 2002 | 06:22 PM
Team Owner
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (WESCH)
You have an a/c delete car, one factory shipped without air conditioning,....most had a/c.....
GENE
Jan 24, 2002 | 06:29 PM
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Melting Slicks
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (mrvette)
Yes, no AC ,
This was a original L71 car, 427/435 HP.
As far as I know, this option was not available with AC in 68.
Gunther :seeya
Jan 28, 2002 | 10:07 AM
Burning Brakes
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Re: wiper switch panel slot ? (mrvette)
Quote:
You have an a/c delete car, one factory shipped without air conditioning,....most had a/c.....
GENE
Things certainly may have changed through the years, but my car did not come with A/C and I have the duct. :confused: :confused: