Wiper Linkage Repair?

[CruiserStuff]

I busted a few of the little plastic hoo-hickeys off the wiper linkage end where it attaches to the wiper motor.

This linkage:

These doo-hickeys:

Has anyone come up with a way to replace the plastic part? Is this piece still available from the dealer or is the only option to find a used replacement part?

 

[coinoperated40]

I don't know of any replacement parts. This is what I have out of a 79. Shoot me a PM if you don't find replacement parts. I pulled this in 1993, so it has been laying around unused for a few years. It looks OK.. but you never know with used parts. It still has grease on it and articulates good.
Shane

 

[CruiserStuff]

Hey Shane - Thanks for the pics. I think I have a line on a part (and includes a wiper motor....would be nice to have a spare just in case). I'll get back with you if that doesn't work out.

 

[theoii]

Your local auto parts house should have them. Dorman makes them in their "HELP" line as wiper bushings I know my local Oreilly has them but not sure the size.

 

[CruiserStuff]

Really? Cool. I'll take it over to the local auto parts store and see if they can help. Thanks!

 

[81fj40]

bump...any luck finding a replacement bushing for the wiper linkage? I have an '81, looking for the exact same thing.

 

[CruiserStuff]

We tried a bunch of different options at my local auto parts store, but nothing was even close. Turns out, I found a spare linkage from a 40 I parted out years ago, so problem solved....for now. It seemed like there were several people who PMed me with linkages they were willing to give/sell me.....might be worth posting up an ad in the "Wanted" section.....