R.J. SEESE DISCLAIMER

    I do not have the credentials to offer automotive advice.  The modification experiences that follow, and any I might offer on this web site in the future, explain how I chose to approach a modification I wanted to make to my personal car.  I am not suggesting that anyone else make this modification to his or her vehicle.  In the event anyone chooses to accept the responsibility of initiating a similar vehicle modification, they should do so with the understanding it could result in undesired damage to their vehicle and could void the warrantee provided by the vehicle manufacturer.  In addition, I wish to point out that undertaking any vehicle modification without proper knowledge, experience, tools, and safety equipment can result in personal injury. 

 

Wiper Delete Kit
By Robert J. Seese

 

APPLICATION: Show car only modification.  My car is a 1996 V-6.  Maybe my expectations are too high, but it is being prepped for show only.  It is not driven on any regular basis.  But, even if you drive and show your car, it is easy to pull the wipers and install the delete kit, then reinstall the wipers for the road.

TOOLS REQUIRED:  The Allen Wrench that comes with the kit and a Dremel power tool. 

TIME REQUIRED: About 30 minutes.

COST OF THIS PROJECT:  The wiper delete kit sells for $34.95.

 WHERE TO GET THE PARTS: I purchased the wiper delete kit from Unlimited Performance Racing (UPR) in Lake Worth, Florida.  To order from UPR call 561-588-6630 or buy from their on-line catalog at www.uprproducts.com. 

WHY MAKE THIS MODIFICATION?
It adds a very distinctive look to your car, but is obviously for cars when dressed for show only.

WHAT I ACCOMPLISHED:  This is a small modification that can make a car stand out in a show environment.

PHOTOS:

1. The wiper delete kit.


2. The wiper shaft spline marked for drilling to allow a flush finish on the mounting screw. 


3.  The wiper spline drilled.


4.  The billet aluminum delete kit installed. 

HOW I COMPLETED THE MODIFICATION:
The idea is to remove your wipers, slip the billet aluminum cones over the wiper shaft and secure them by tightening the mounting setscrew against the spline.  That works, but it leaves the screw protruding out of the cone.  I wanted a flush fit, so I removed the screw and slipped a thin wood dowel with the tip dipped in red paint through the cone to mark the spline for drilling. 

Using a Dremel tool on slow speed and a drill bit with tape marking the desired depth, I drilled into the spline a distance equal to the distance the setscrew had protruded.  I then slipped the cone on, tighten the setscrew flush, and put a coat of polish on the cones.