1996 Windshield Wiper Arm Upgrade
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1996 Windshield Wiper Arm Upgrade
Does anyone know the parts and part numbers to swap these parts on a 1986 coupe? I've searched the forums and found some part numbers, but most of them are no longer valid.
I know I will need the L and R arm assemblies and the L and R blades, but do I need to replace anything else (like the wiper transmission(?))? Also, what are the recommended lengths of the GM wiper blades to be used?
I know I will need the L and R arm assemblies and the L and R blades, but do I need to replace anything else (like the wiper transmission(?))? Also, what are the recommended lengths of the GM wiper blades to be used?
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I've checked with my local Chevrolet parts guy, Chris May at Superior Chevrolet, and with GMPartsDirect.com and this is what I found:
1996 LH Wiper Arm - 10288071 - There are like two left in the USA
1996 RH Wiper Arm - 10288072 - Does not exist. Period. Anywhere. Even Vintage Parts Inc can’t get it.
You can still get the 84-94 wiper arms through GM (LH - 22144265 and RH - 22144264). I paid $75 each for mine.
To prevent any wiper collisions; I am going to install Trico Exact Fit 20-2 on the passenger-side and 19-2 on the driver-side. These are low enough to clear the hood when at rest. These wiper blades can be found at any Advance Auto Parts stores.
I hope this helps anyone out there who is looking for information on this conversion.
1996 LH Wiper Arm - 10288071 - There are like two left in the USA
1996 RH Wiper Arm - 10288072 - Does not exist. Period. Anywhere. Even Vintage Parts Inc can’t get it.
You can still get the 84-94 wiper arms through GM (LH - 22144265 and RH - 22144264). I paid $75 each for mine.
To prevent any wiper collisions; I am going to install Trico Exact Fit 20-2 on the passenger-side and 19-2 on the driver-side. These are low enough to clear the hood when at rest. These wiper blades can be found at any Advance Auto Parts stores.
I hope this helps anyone out there who is looking for information on this conversion.
