After about a year of having the driver wiper POP out I decided to dig in a swap out the parts since I couldn't find a replacement for the little plastic piece ( photo 3). Truck has 130K just for re reference. It was an easy fix but the hardware for the link assembly was $160. I also replaced a rusting wiper arm. Pic of the receipt for part numbers and prices. One hammer repair if anyone needs to do it.
#85150-60321 Link Assembly Front Wiper
#85150-60321 Link Assembly Front Wiper