Easy fix for skipping/grabbing windshield wipers

lovetoski · 05-23-06, 03:45 PM

My wipers have never (until today) worked well. They've skipped. I replaced the rubber inserts - OEM worked better than aftermarket, but still they skipped. I replaced the wiper relay with a lower milage used one...maybe it helped, but probably not. Didn't want to spring for new wiper relay rods, so just lived with the skipping. Irritating though given how much it rains here in Seattle...

A few days ago I read a short post (by Pluton) with a suggestion to make sure that the wiper blade is perpedicular to the windshield. Hmmm...that kinda makes sense...a few quick tweaks with a pair of pliers and now both wiper blads are perpendicular to the glass. Just drove in the rain today for the first time since making this "mod" and they work perfect!

In a way it's a little thing, but since I use 'em so often and it was a free fix, it's even sweeter. Ya learn something new everyday! Props to Pluton for the great idea!

dfmorse · 05-23-06, 05:14 PM

Great idea, I'll check mine.

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sandcruiser · 09-08-06, 12:35 PM

looking forward to a break in the rain so I can try this out!

FLA60 · 09-08-06, 07:00 PM

Rain, Costa Rica, rainy season

I'll be heading over in 2 weeks (Pavones). Guess I get to partake of some of that too

Pura vida.

lovetoski · 09-08-06, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sandcruiser

looking forward to a break in the rain so I can try this out!

No rain in Seattle this summer for a loooooooooooooong time. Maybe the first dribble tonight!

sandcruiser · 09-11-06, 01:54 PM

we are just now getting our first big storms in the northwest.... pavones (southwest) has been drenched for months from what I hear

rained a few inches this weekend. that's not a typo. didn't measure with a guage, but there was a bucket sitting out by the cruiser that has about 5 inches of water in it now. was empty this weekend.

be prepared for mud, mud, and some mud

Tapage · 09-11-06, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by sandcruiser

be prepared for mud, mud, and some mud

Same as here !!!!

lunyou · 09-11-06, 03:39 PM

i don't thgink aftermarket(non oem) wiper blades work well perpindicular or not. I think i read that 80 series wipers blades are different lengths or something like that and wouldn't be surprised to hear that the 60 series are different from passenger to driver.

lunyou

notagp_afj55 · 09-11-06, 08:24 PM

Just went to Toyota the other day and both of the blades
i got were 450mm so driver and pass. are the same blade

Cruisergreg · 09-12-06, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sandcruiser

we are just now getting our first big storms in the northwest.... pavones (southwest) has been drenched for months from what I hear

Worse than last year after the hurricanes? I was in and around Quepos in late November and the damage was pretty shocking.

sandcruiser · 09-14-06, 05:59 PM

no, not worse than last year (so far). In fact, overall, we've had a "dry" rainy season. But "dry" here is still a matter of several inches per storm....

I've got a buddy who flies down to Drake and that area pretty frequently, I'll ask him what the weather has been like.

Zack1978 · 09-14-06, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by notagp_afj55

Just went to Toyota the other day and both of the blades
i got were 450mm so driver and pass. are the same blade

Actually be careful with Toyota wiper blades, within the past year or so Toyota got CHEAP on their blades. They are no longer high quality like they were in the past. I now go to NAPA for my blades, they are a direct fit for the 60, and come with new screws (as does Toyota). The quality of the NAPA blade (made by Trico) is IMHO much better than the Toyota part.

Zack

brett76 · 09-14-06, 06:52 PM

i have exact fits and they work perfect

the only problem i have is that middle spot that never gets wiped unless they are on high

go figure eh

Zack1978 · 09-14-06, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brett76

i have exact fits and they work perfect

the only problem i have is that middle spot that never gets wiped unless they are on high

go figure eh

That is strange, I never have that problem.

Zack

Tapage · 09-15-06, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zack1978

Actually be careful with Toyota wiper blades, within the past year or so Toyota got CHEAP on their blades. They are no longer high quality like they were in the past. I now go to NAPA for my blades, they are a direct fit for the 60, and come with new screws (as does Toyota). The quality of the NAPA blade (made by Trico) is IMHO much better than the Toyota part.

Zack

I preefer Bosch ones .. are nice quiality made.

lovetoski · 09-15-06, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brett76

i have exact fits and they work perfect

the only problem i have is that middle spot that never gets wiped unless they are on high

go figure eh

The two metal springs on each side of the rubber insert have a curve to them. Maybe the curve is the wrong way?

dfmorse · 09-16-06, 08:35 AM

Some interesting stuff on blades:

http://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/110633-new-wiper-blades-how-truly-ocd-types.html

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lovetoski · 09-16-06, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dfmorse

Some interesting stuff on blades:

http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=110633

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Exactly what I was referring to. It makes a difference. Glad to see that IdahoDoug took the time to write it all out.

Spook50 · 09-17-06, 12:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zack1978

Actually be careful with Toyota wiper blades, within the past year or so Toyota got CHEAP on their blades. They are no longer high quality like they were in the past. I now go to NAPA for my blades, they are a direct fit for the 60, and come with new screws (as does Toyota). The quality of the NAPA blade (made by Trico) is IMHO much better than the Toyota part.

Zack

I always use the Bosch Microedge blades on my truck. They've never given me trouble. I check occasionally to make sure they're still held perpendicular to the glass and for the driver's side, I get one inch longer than the Trico book says to use (it specifies the same length for both blades). The pair I've got on now has lasted me almost two years. Keep 'em clean and they WILL last.

05-23-06, 03:45 PM	#1
lovetoski IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 2,565	Easy fix for skipping/grabbing windshield wipers My wipers have never (until today) worked well. They've skipped. I replaced the rubber inserts - OEM worked better than aftermarket, but still they skipped. I replaced the wiper relay with a lower milage used one...maybe it helped, but probably not. Didn't want to spring for new wiper relay rods, so just lived with the skipping. Irritating though given how much it rains here in Seattle... A few days ago I read a short post (by Pluton) with a suggestion to make sure that the wiper blade is perpedicular to the windshield. Hmmm...that kinda makes sense...a few quick tweaks with a pair of pliers and now both wiper blads are perpendicular to the glass. Just drove in the rain today for the first time since making this "mod" and they work perfect! In a way it's a little thing, but since I use 'em so often and it was a free fix, it's even sweeter. Ya learn something new everyday! Props to Pluton for the great idea! __________________ Doug G Seattle, WA TLCA#12671 1994 fzj80, 275,000 miles, 285X75/15, Billy's, dual batteries 1987 fj60, 310,00 miles, 3" lift, 33X10.50's BFG MT, dual battery, rear drawers, CB, tuffy, , lockright, 4.10's and H41 soon Last edited by lovetoski; 05-23-06 at 07:50 PM.

05-23-06, 05:14 PM	#2
dfmorse IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Denver, CO, USA Posts: 1,422	Great idea, I'll check mine. ... __________________ D.F.Morse 1994 FZJ80 Kazumatized 74000 mi 1979 FJ-40 74000 mi Here endith the lesson

09-08-06, 12:35 PM	#3
sandcruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Posts: 1,832	looking forward to a break in the rain so I can try this out! __________________ 91 fj80 w/ 93 1HD-T. OME 850/860 w/ 1" front spacer, LEDs, HIRs, Hankook MT's 31x10.50r15, Tuffy center, ARB rear locker (in progress), in garage: lightforce lights, full rack, superwinch X9, maggiolina tent, hella horns. WTB: Tan DS mirror & housing '88 HJ60, "Louie" For Sale in Costa Rica.

09-08-06, 07:00 PM	#4
FLA60 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 77	Rain! Rain, Costa Rica, rainy season I'll be heading over in 2 weeks (Pavones). Guess I get to partake of some of that too Pura vida.

09-11-06, 01:54 PM	#6
sandcruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Posts: 1,832	we are just now getting our first big storms in the northwest.... pavones (southwest) has been drenched for months from what I hear rained a few inches this weekend. that's not a typo. didn't measure with a guage, but there was a bucket sitting out by the cruiser that has about 5 inches of water in it now. was empty this weekend. be prepared for mud, mud, and some mud __________________ 91 fj80 w/ 93 1HD-T. OME 850/860 w/ 1" front spacer, LEDs, HIRs, Hankook MT's 31x10.50r15, Tuffy center, ARB rear locker (in progress), in garage: lightforce lights, full rack, superwinch X9, maggiolina tent, hella horns. WTB: Tan DS mirror & housing '88 HJ60, "Louie" For Sale in Costa Rica.

09-11-06, 03:39 PM	#8
lunyou IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Rolla, MO (UMR) Posts: 1,673	i don't thgink aftermarket(non oem) wiper blades work well perpindicular or not. I think i read that 80 series wipers blades are different lengths or something like that and wouldn't be surprised to hear that the 60 series are different from passenger to driver. lunyou __________________ 1968 FJ-40 - 4.3 Chevy V6 and 3 spd*PICS ADDED(JUNE 01, 2008) 1985 FJ-60 - SPEEDY -My DD settin' on 33s and a rusty frame -parting out 1986 FJ-60 - is now topless THE BUILD UP

09-11-06, 08:24 PM	#9
notagp_afj55 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Portland Oregon TLCA# wgaf Posts: 866	Just went to Toyota the other day and both of the blades i got were 450mm so driver and pass. are the same blade __________________ 10/85 FJ-60 new legs coming "The beatings will continue until the morale improves"

09-14-06, 05:59 PM	#11
sandcruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Posts: 1,832	no, not worse than last year (so far). In fact, overall, we've had a "dry" rainy season. But "dry" here is still a matter of several inches per storm.... I've got a buddy who flies down to Drake and that area pretty frequently, I'll ask him what the weather has been like. __________________ 91 fj80 w/ 93 1HD-T. OME 850/860 w/ 1" front spacer, LEDs, HIRs, Hankook MT's 31x10.50r15, Tuffy center, ARB rear locker (in progress), in garage: lightforce lights, full rack, superwinch X9, maggiolina tent, hella horns. WTB: Tan DS mirror & housing '88 HJ60, "Louie" For Sale in Costa Rica.

09-14-06, 06:52 PM	#13
brett76 adrift in a sea of meh Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: t town, wa TLCA# 15433 Posts: 2,296	i have exact fits and they work perfect the only problem i have is that middle spot that never gets wiped unless they are on high go figure eh __________________ "there is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance- that prinicple is contempt prior to investigation" h. s. another convert to the church of latterday swank, a subcult of Shahrislam

09-16-06, 08:35 AM	#17
dfmorse IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Denver, CO, USA Posts: 1,422	Some interesting stuff on blades: http://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/110633-new-wiper-blades-how-truly-ocd-types.html ... __________________ D.F.Morse 1994 FZJ80 Kazumatized 74000 mi 1979 FJ-40 74000 mi Here endith the lesson

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