Re: [Tech] Repair, don't replace! (Re: I need wiper linkage)

["humpnyomom" <humpnyomom@home.com>]

That is a great tech procedure, but my linkage is mangled beyond repair!

Justin
'86 Scirocco
----- Original Message -----
From: drew <drew@dyermaker.cs.uoguelph.ca>
To: humpnyomom <humpnyomom@home.com>
Cc: 'Scirocco List' <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2001 7:45 AM
Subject: [Tech] Repair, don't replace! (Re: I need wiper linkage)


>
> If you have an assembly that isn't performing up to snuff, the following
> info may help.
>
> (Just an FYI - you can use the motor from any 85-92 Golf or Jetta -
> doesn't have to be a Scirocco.  However, the linkage (or most of it) is
> different.)
>
> The pivots can be disassembled and cleaned and greased - it makes a world
> of difference in their performance.
>
> With the wiper assembly removed from the car (the hardest part!) remove
> the operating rod from the pivot.
>
> Remove the small c-clip from its groove on the pivot shaft.  There will be
> one samll spring washer and a larger flat washer underneath this clip. You
> should then be able to push the shaft out of the casing (it may be
> difficult - the spary-on lubricant of your choice will make it go easier.)
> Once the shaft is out, thoroughly clean both the shaft and the housing (I
> use brake parts cleaner - produces good results fast.)  There may be
> another small spring washer at the bottom of the shaft - be careful not to
> lose it.  The shaft is chromed, and you may see that bits of chrome have
> been worn off here and there.  This isn't a problem, provided it's well
> greased on reassmbly.  If 90percent of the chrome is gone, you may want to
> think about replacement.
>
> Reassemble the shaft in the housing with a liberal coating of lithium
> grease or another grease that will remain stable within the temp range
> your car sees.  Install the washers - flat washer first, then spring
> wahser.  Then insert the c-clip in its groove on the shaft.  It will be
> necessary to apply pressure on the bottom of the pivot to force the groove
> up past the washers so you can insert the clip.
>
> Rotate the shaft several times - it should move freely and easily, but not
> wobble.  If there is excessive play, or it is too stiff, you can replace
> the pivots, which entails drilling out the rivets that retain them to the
> wiper frame.  Alternatively, you can look for a salvage frame that has
> good pivots on it.
>
> Clean and grease the socket on the operating rod, then reinstall it.
> Repeat the procedure for the other side.
>
> You should also clean and grease the joint on the motor's crank arm as
> well. By removing on one end of each operating shaft at a time, you're
> sure not to get anything mixed up.
>
> While you're at it, clean the contacts on the wiper motor's connector with
> electrical contact cleaner.  Look for signs of corrosion or frayed wires
> that may be causing poor wiper performance.  Grease the connectors lightly
> with di-electric grease.  If your wiper motor has tape around the access
> holes for the brushes, remove the tape and spray the brush holders and
> commutator with contact cleaner, then let dry thorughly (or use canned
> air, not compressed air as it has moisture in it!).  Tape up the motor
> again with friction or electrical tape to keep moisture out.
>
> This procedure has restored S-L-O-W wipers to like new speeds on almost
> all of my A1 cars (except in one case, where the motor was worn beyond
> usefullness.)
>
> Drew (84 Wolfsburg ed.)
>
>
> On Thu, 25 Jan 2001, humpnyomom wrote:
>
> > I need a good condition working wiper linkage and motor for my '86
Scirocco
> > 16v. If anyone is selling this, please email me off list. TIA!!
> >
> > Justin
> > '86 Scirocco 16v 2.0L
> >
> >
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