3 wipers setup - Mitsi

Invicta · 02-26-08, 09:18 AM

There doesn't seem to be any problem with people posting none Toyota related stuff - so here goes.

I have a 1975 SWM Mitsi J26 "Jeep".
The two wiper set-up could be improved by adding a 3rd wiper. I've seen some around on other 4x4s and wondered if there are any kits about?

My wiper pivots and motor (12v) are mounted on the top of the frame.

Any help would be very much appreciated.

Kind regards
Bernard
UK

canucksafari · 02-26-08, 10:00 AM

I think the double blade wipers would be as effective at a much lower cost and effort. I had a set and they worked very good on Canada's wet coast. When they were worn I replaced them with the cheaper single blade ones but would consider getting them again if I was going to a place with very heavy rain.

Invicta · 02-27-08, 01:13 AM

Thanks for the suggestion.

My problem is that the way the pair are located means that 1/2 of the passenger side doesn't get cleared.
I can't use longer blades as they would catch on the bottom of the frame.

Bernard

Mickldo · 02-27-08, 04:58 AM

Try playing with the geometry of the wiper linkages (assuming it is linkages not cable) to alter the amount of sweep of the arms.

If you do need to get new wipers try marine chandleries. They sell kits for fitment to boats.

Invicta · 02-27-08, 08:06 AM

Kits for boats - that sounds like it could provide the answer.

Many thanks for the ideas.

Bernard

02-26-08, 09:18 AM	#1
Invicta IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 3	3 wipers setup - Mitsi There doesn't seem to be any problem with people posting none Toyota related stuff - so here goes. I have a 1975 SWM Mitsi J26 "Jeep". The two wiper set-up could be improved by adding a 3rd wiper. I've seen some around on other 4x4s and wondered if there are any kits about? My wiper pivots and motor (12v) are mounted on the top of the frame. Any help would be very much appreciated. Kind regards Bernard UK

02-26-08, 10:00 AM	#2
canucksafari IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Abby Posts: 2,245	I think the double blade wipers would be as effective at a much lower cost and effort. I had a set and they worked very good on Canada's wet coast. When they were worn I replaced them with the cheaper single blade ones but would consider getting them again if I was going to a place with very heavy rain. __________________ John G. 姉 Join the Import Vehicle Owners Association of Canada: Fight for what is right

02-27-08, 04:58 AM	#4
Mickldo Oz TUTer Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Maryborough, QLD, Aust. Posts: 1,021	Try playing with the geometry of the wiper linkages (assuming it is linkages not cable) to alter the amount of sweep of the arms. If you do need to get new wipers try marine chandleries. They sell kits for fitment to boats. __________________ 90 HZJ80 GXL, DTS turbo, 285/75R16 MTR's, 4" OME, Safari snorkel, ARB airlocker, ARB bullbar, 9500lb winch, ARB dual pivot rear bar, 39L Engel, water tank, dual batts, sliding drawers, cargo barrier, underbonnet shower, laptop, GPS, oziexplorer, etc.... 99 HZJ105R GXL, alloy bullbar, Safari snorkel, more to come.....watch this space..........

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02-27-08, 01:13 AM	#3
Invicta IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 3	Thanks for the suggestion. My problem is that the way the pair are located means that 1/2 of the passenger side doesn't get cleared. I can't use longer blades as they would catch on the bottom of the frame. Bernard

02-27-08, 08:06 AM	#5
Invicta IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 3	Kits for boats - that sounds like it could provide the answer. Many thanks for the ideas. Bernard