Windshield wiper alternatives - ideas

[dougkirkbride]

Decided to start a new thread for this since there are probably other states with the requirement to have wipers other than ohio. I had no intentions of putting wipers in but need to do something to meet the code: just looking for some simple ideas for the inspection. I will include the posts from the other thread they were in.

So I called the state highway patrol, cause I am getting ready to get my inspection. I am bummed, he asked if it had wipers, It doesn't and I do not want to put them in, there is no reason to on a convertible with out a top In my opinion but its in the ohio revised code so he said it needs it, even if there manual. does a wiper arm stashed behind the seat that you grab, stand up, and swipe across the windshield foot the bill?

On the positive side he said we don't need a third brake light.

Anyone do any manual wipers? that could be temporarily "installed"

[dougkirkbride]

Bob in cinci did this:

Doug,

http://www.cabelas.com/product/EXTRE...Q&gclsrc=aw.ds

My wiper is the least intrusive and doesn't need any hood trimming.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attac...6&d=1441837088


The other thing that surprised me was the need for 4" tall 60" wide bumper than I had to add.

Stop by if you get down this way.
Bob

[dougkirkbride]

Quote Originally Posted by dougkirkbride View Post

I like it bob... How do you actuate it? Under the dash?
Yours is not to intrusive but I really like this one. I could even keep a spare behind the seat...Click image for larger version. Name: image.jpeg Views: 9 Size: 47.3 KB ID: 56021
Your are going to keep your spare grandma behind the seat?

Sorry if I misled you, mine is electric. Here is the motor. Click image for larger version. Name: wipe.jpg Views: 8 Size: 56.1 KB ID: 56024

Bob

[dougkirkbride]

this is what I really want to do..........

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attac...1&d=1468288563

[UnhipPopano]

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On the positive side he said we don't need a third brake light.

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IMO anything that may help you stay out of an accident should be considered. You may be willing to take the risk, but if you are going to have a passenger, are you ready to play what if for the rest of your life over a low cost mod?

[STiPWRD]

There are a few reasons I can see for keeping a wiper (even for a summer car that won't be driven in the rain):

1. Unexpected storms/rain happen
2. Unexpected water spray from other drivers hitting a puddle of water or sprinklers (I've actually gotten sprayed by some of these on my local roads before)

I also didn't see the point of putting in a wiper on a car that wasn't gonna be driven in the rain but then I thought it sure would be nice to maintain visibility in case the unexpected happens. I used the same wiper motor as Bob and made a custom bracket.

[pfarley11]

I'm sure you've thought of this, but products like Rain-X make a HUGE difference. I have windshield wipers on mine(The FFR kit), and I never use them. If it rains, the Rain-X makes the windshield wipers pretty much unnecessary - unless it's a huge downpour. I try not to use the wipers if I can help it. It's a fairly fragile set-up wiper system, in my opinion. I've had it break before. I'd rather not risk it breaking again, so I use it only when absolutely necessary. (and for passing inspection)

[Hindsight]

Check my build thread - I have pics showing how I did mine. Very temporary, requires no cutting, and after my inspection, I removed all traces of the wiper within 5 minutes.

[jaw777]

In Illinois I got away with putting the FFR wiper kit in, which is about 4 drilled holes and rivnuts. I didn't cut the hood. I don't think the hood is required. I took the wipers back out after the inspection. The downside is your wiring has to be good and you have to drop the $225 on the wiper kit. This is an easy solution. Not necessarily cheap.

[stebru84]

I just finished my build, check out my wiper. minimal hood trimming using the subaru wiper assembly.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...818s-248-build

[Pearldrummer7]

My ghetto solution was cheap, reversible, and passed in NY.