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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: andyjstew on 05 November 2006, 13:43:34

Title: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: andyjstew on 05 November 2006, 13:43:34

Hey folks,

I have a 1994 vauxhall omega and i have tried removing the wiper arms, i have taken off the bolts but they still seem to be stuck right on there, do they just need some gentle persuasion or is there another way to take them off, thanks.

Andy

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: TheBoy on 05 November 2006, 13:47:54

They do stick a bit sometimes.

There is a proper tool, but If you push down on arm about 4" from bolt (where it hinges), it can help free it....

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: Cav9_4 on 05 November 2006, 13:49:25

Hi,i usually remove the nuts then lift the blades away the  screen then give the whole arm a gentle rock to and fro...hope this helps...wayne

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: Darryl Flynn on 05 November 2006, 14:58:46

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Hi,i usually remove the nuts then lift the blades away the  screen then give the whole arm a gentle rock to and fro...hope this helps...wayne

The above method always works for me as well. Give it a go !

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: JohnM on 05 November 2006, 15:52:31

I was just going to ask the same.
 

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They do stick a bit sometimes.

Another understatement! - must be this cooler weather!
Mine are under 'plus gas' treatment right now.

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There is a proper tool, but If you push down on arm about 4" from bolt (where it hinges), it can help free it....

 
TheBoy, what does the tool look like (tried a 17mm spanner but that isn't going to do it ...)  Judging but the corrosion behind the nuts mine haven't been off this century and are in need of some appropriate "persuasion".

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 05 November 2006, 16:04:30

A ball joint spiltter (not a wedge type) or the following style puller work very well.

http://www.machinemart.co.uk/product.asp?p=040211436

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: JohnM on 05 November 2006, 16:09:48

Thanks Mark. I can see a shopping trip coming up.

- any sign of some paint?
- and a bottle? (driving round with the daft warning on and precious little for the forthcoming bad weather.

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 05 November 2006, 20:10:19

Paint I have.....bottle I am struggling to source.....machine mart have a VAT free night in Nottingham on Wednesday

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: JohnM on 06 November 2006, 20:07:32

Sorry andyjstew I think this is hijacking your thread a bit.
Thanks Mark, might collect the paint before the other - what chances do you think of a plastic gunge repair.  Tried the local halfrauds today but no small pullers like that, nor an E18 socket to complete the basic kit (is this needed). Suppose for the £2 off on vat I could try Wednesday - is that a late evening then.

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: andyjstew on 06 November 2006, 21:51:33

Hey Johnm that's cool i got my prob sorted.

Cheers for the help and info on this topic folks!

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 06 November 2006, 21:58:54

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Sorry andyjstew I think this is hijacking your thread a bit.
Thanks Mark, might collect the paint before the other - what chances do you think of a plastic gunge repair.  Tried the local halfrauds today but no small pullers like that, nor an E18 socket to complete the basic kit (is this needed). Suppose for the £2 off on vat I could try Wednesday - is that a late evening then.

Its 6 till 9, I haev an invite but, guests can come along two......or let me know what you want and I can pick it up for you (assuming they have it in stock!)

Can try some new plastic solvent glue I have on the bottle if you like......

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: Matchless on 07 November 2006, 09:16:55

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Its 6 till 9, I haev an invite but, guests can come along two......or let me know what you want and I can pick it up for you (assuming they have it in stock!)

Can try some new plastic solvent glue I have on the bottle if you like......

You sure about Wednesday? my invite is for two Sundays, 4th and 11th.

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: supermop on 07 November 2006, 10:28:50

You can always try R McB's method... heres some pictures of how not to do it!

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1160927975

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: JohnM on 07 November 2006, 21:13:53

Mark: Yes please grab me one of those small spliters if you think it'll do the job (must confess, not tried them since the plusgas from the weekend). Do you think the plastic glue will work? (worth taking it off for - just replace it)

Perhaps I can call over the weekend.

Supermop: No please don't let him near my motor again (no offence MB).

andyjetew: Shame you are not local - you could encourage mine!

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 07 November 2006, 22:08:01

If you just need to remove them then we can sort that and put a dab of grease on to stop them seizing again.....

Title: Re: How do i remove the wiper arms?
Post by: JohnM on 07 November 2006, 22:16:35

Sounds good - just rip 'em off.  If it's raining, stick them back on with grease.  Save a trip into town.
Are you about at the w/end?