Wiper Replacement

[JeffCA]

I am new to the forum (and to having a Z) and embarrased by this stupid question, but I have to ask it.

I have a '76Z car. How do I change the wipers? I am scared about breaking the arms and am running out of patience.

Thanks for any assistance

[hls30.com]

Welcome! You kept the question from being stupid by asking it!

You can replace just the inserts, or the entire blade assembly. If your car has double wire frames holding the inserts, then they are original, and I would keep them(or at least save them).

At one end of the inserts there should small clip, if you squeeze it, the entire inset should pull free-however, to make things easier on you, remove the assembly where it meets the arm by flexing the clip that holds the assembly to the arm. In the underside there is a spring loaded lever, pry it out slightly, and the arm will seporate, and you can work on replacing the insert in a place that is more comfortable and less likely to cause a paint issue if you slip and you become familiar with the process. It isn't difficult, it is just unfamiliar.

Will

[JeffCA]

Thank you. When I flex the clip, should I move it towards or away from the arm? Also, when I do that, do I pull on the assembly?

[hls30.com]

Pull the clip out from the arm, and pull the assembly from the arm. the end of the arn has a peg on it that serves as an attatchment point for the clip.

Will

[hls30.com]

If you are having trouble, I will round up my camera and post a few pictures to help.

Will

[RogerZ]

I have found that the Trico teflon blades work very well. Live in the northwest rains a lot.

[beandip]

I have found that the Trico teflon blades work very well. Live in the northwest rains a lot.

Are these the simi clear blades ?

[hls30.com]

I've been using Silicone blades since they came out-they absolutley do not weater, and will not scratch or haze a windshield no matter how much grit, sand, or glass polishing compound is on it. The are garanteed for the life of the car as well.

Will

[beandip]

Will , thanks . Sounds good to me . Since I have a new wind shield and all .

[Arne]

I have PIAA's on our regular car, and like them.

[JeffCA]

Thanks! I will let you know if there are any problems.