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Apr 14, 2024 | 01:11 PM

Wdl1965

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Detroit speed wiper switch

Installing a Detroit speed wiper switch and running into a problem on clearance with the dash support. Other than cutting the support completely in half I cannot think of a way to get it to clear. Has anyone done this with success? I have already cut a notch out but still not enough, any more and it will be just removing a section all together in the brace.

Apr 14, 2024 | 04:17 PM

sunflower 1972

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I think you'll get a better response if you post your question in the C1 - C2 section.

Apr 14, 2024 | 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by sunflower 1972

I think you'll get a better response if you post your question in the C1 - C2 section.

Looks like a C3 dash to me...
M

Apr 14, 2024 | 05:14 PM

Mooser

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My first though was could the switch be installed the other way around? (upside down to your picture)

Second thought would be to loose the nut and re-index the switch in the bracket, if it's possible, to get it into a better spot

Then I'd call DP and see why you need to cut the crap out of your dash...
M

Apr 14, 2024 | 05:17 PM

sunflower 1972

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His profile states 65.

Apr 14, 2024 | 05:24 PM

Mooser

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His profile states 65.

True, but that's a C3 dash, just look at that thin spot waiting to break

Apr 14, 2024 | 05:29 PM

sunflower 1972

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You're right, I did not notice.

Apr 14, 2024 | 09:01 PM

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See Fig. 10 in Detroit Speed Install instructions......
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sour...HvC-o260MRy7qE

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Apr 14, 2024 | 09:25 PM

Mooser

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Well i'll be damned, you have to cut the crap out of the brace...
DS has some really neat stuff, I would have thought they could have come up with a better solution than that.
M

Apr 16, 2024 | 05:14 PM

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Well i'll be damned, you have to cut the crap out of the brace...
DS has some really neat stuff, I would have thought they could have come up with a better solution than that.
M

Let me tell you, I ground down the brace support under the dash of my 1969 Corvette. I didn't like it but, I did. Installed everything and found out that Detroit speed has a deficient wiper switch for a 69'. I am still waiting. 2 months now! One of the worst experiences I have had in a long time. Detroit Speed is awaiting for there technicians to come up with a "NEW" switch that does not have problems. I would highly recommend Not going through this expense.

Apr 17, 2024 | 04:31 AM

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No worries, I have a 77. 77's have there own wonderful wiper switch !

Apr 24, 2024 | 02:38 PM

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Wdl1965

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Thank you everyone - this is on a 69 vette. We got a hold of DP and they confirmed they sent me the Wrong switch and resending the correct one. As always, I appreciate all the responses from the vette community!

wes