Corvette C3 Windshield Wipers repair fix. How to troubleshoot Windshield Wipers and test wiper motor

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  • @lisakeefer1674
    @lisakeefer1674 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much ! My problem was the dash switch not being grounded. I wouldn’t have figured it without this video….

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome thanks for watching glad it’s helping people out

  • @michaelgurgone1611
    @michaelgurgone1611 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’m having wiper switch issues, before digging too deep I will definitely check the ground as you did and go from there. Without this C3 video series I would be chasing my tail. Thanks again Tom, the gold standard of how to teach and trouble shoot. I encourage everyone to subscribe and hit that thumbs up button and make this great channel grow! It’s the least we all can do. Thank you Tom.

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thx 🙏🏻

    • @johnschmeltz163
      @johnschmeltz163 ปีที่แล้ว

      My power never shuts off at the motor is that wrong I think it is no matter what I do it's steady on

  • @TheSnifmister
    @TheSnifmister หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm going back to your video to get wiper sprayer to work

  • @hobbessoto9547
    @hobbessoto9547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have worked off and on on C3 vettes..... You by far are one of the best teachers and mentors for this Model I have seen. THANK YOU for this. You have a fan for life.

  • @brokenbonegarage8910
    @brokenbonegarage8910 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am rebuilding my 72 coupe from ground up, completely rewiring the car using an aftermarket system. American auto wire highway 22
    I'm also relocating the fuse box in the compartment behind the seats so that means that all the wiring had to be built.
    And on top of that, I am eliminating the vacuum system and replacing it with electric motors.
    Headlights doors motors are done and working fine but I struggled a bit with the wiper system.
    Yeah I know, self inflicting pain LOL.
    Tom you have no idea how much this video helped me.
    Thanks a lot SIr.

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the awesome feedback and good luck with your project

  • @TheSnifmister
    @TheSnifmister 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You have no idea how much your videos have helped me. Thank you for making such a helpful information

  • @ricardolibertad
    @ricardolibertad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi 😊! GREAT TEACHER !
    I need to know about the spray washer pump for the Light and the shield. I'm from France and i'm very happy to find your channel to restor a C3 1969. Thank you for helping us mister !

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello thanks for watching, I eliminated the lights sprayers, And I am converting the windshield washer to electric there will be an episode on that soon.

    • @ricardolibertad
      @ricardolibertad 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ProblemSolverGarage great !
      Say hello to Me in your next episode 😀!

  • @tonypleshe8925
    @tonypleshe8925 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can’t tell you how much I appreciate your taking the time to make these tutorials
    YOU DA MAN!!!
    Thank you for all your help and sharing your knowledge

  • @bobhoffman1869
    @bobhoffman1869 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Tom. Thanks for a straight forward video showing where everything is located. I kept missing the relay attached to the tach

  • @tylerbooth
    @tylerbooth 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love your videos man

  • @raygareau8032
    @raygareau8032 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are the greatest - Love your intensity and your trouble shooting approach is layman simply GREAT!. My 71 has every problem you went over she sat for over 30 years if I die it will be a barn find .

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Leave it to the channel in your will lol

  • @mikepariselli7384
    @mikepariselli7384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi the video was every good I am 74 year old and have been a licensed machanic all mylife and the only thing I would change is MENTION THE FUSE AT THESTART GTEAR WORK

  • @ST-qe6pp
    @ST-qe6pp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this!! Thanks for clear video, clear talk no distracting music.

  • @vetteseller5
    @vetteseller5 ปีที่แล้ว

    great job as always Tom, very thorough and to the point.

  • @fontking1a
    @fontking1a 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    100% Fantastic video. This guy is awesome. He explains everything so even a "novice" like myself can understand what is going on. Thank you and I did subscribe and give you a thumbs up.

  • @conroyrac
    @conroyrac 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Appreciate the video. I'm going to start troubleshooting my 68' today and I'll let you know how it goes.

  • @Nobamaable
    @Nobamaable 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, but if I started troubleshooting, I would go with what I deem to be the easiest check or the wiper fuse. I was working on my wipers and found a bad fuse today. I'll swap it tomorrow to see if that is the fix... if not, your steps have helped me a bunch.

  • @dave0028
    @dave0028 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your videos are great and they have helped me with a lot of things I am working on with my 1972.

  • @130hengineer
    @130hengineer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for mentioning quality parts, many knock off cheap parts out there. Great video, lots of information.

  • @lukeallen5065
    @lukeallen5065 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Tom - this is exactly the type of video I needed! Really appreciate you not skipping past the “basics” as I try to learn more about my 69

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks for watching, I am happy my videos are helping people out

  • @TheTaxreliever
    @TheTaxreliever 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Tom, I agree with everyone here....you are one of the best I've seen so far (and I've seen A LOT) when it comes to teaching/explaining. I am NOT a mechanic; not even close and you've helped me tremendously with my 69 wipers. FYI, it wasn't anything electrical....once I dug into it, the bolt/bushing for the actuator wiggled lose and was never connecting the power, so need to just hook that part up once I get brave enough to start taking the door off so I can get to it. I'm learning.....and your videos are incredibly helpful. Thanks again....I am super surprised, with the great C3 following out there, that you don't have 10x's the followers you do...it's just a matter of time I suppose. Keep up the great work.

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for the awesome feedback, good luck with your project ! 👍

  • @jsavenell7697
    @jsavenell7697 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you , my wiper and door working!!! Keep up the great work mate.

  • @Trackmaster881
    @Trackmaster881 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Great video showed me how to fix my wipers.

  • @randykuzniar7977
    @randykuzniar7977 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, this video and all your videos. They have been a great help in restoring my 72 corvette.

  • @andrewpiroli1
    @andrewpiroli1 ปีที่แล้ว

    I followed this video step by step and was able to fix my wipers too. Thanks!!

  • @vanmcdowell6671
    @vanmcdowell6671 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude - you are just amazing! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge!! 👍👍

  • @richardgonzalez506
    @richardgonzalez506 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks to this video I got my wipers working. Culprit was the switch ground. Did what you did and boom, it works! Thank you!

  • @sabrinadover7008
    @sabrinadover7008 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad is very thankful for this video! Best one he has found and very helpful! Thank you!!

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s awesome, tell him to watch the whole series, every episode in a row on the Corvette C3. You can get to it under playlist on my channel

  • @pmak10
    @pmak10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Subscribed! Fantastic job making these videos on the Vette! I'm on vacation and just binge watched all 10 videos! Can't wait for the next one. Started working on my 73 Vette 30 years ago, lost interest and it sat 20 years until last summer when I got back into it. I'm doing a frame off restoration. I learned a lot from your videos and they will be very helpful when I start reassembly. Keep up the great work!

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome, thanks for the positive feedback and good luck with your vette. Thanks for watching

  • @MrSleepy727
    @MrSleepy727 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! I found my problem!

  • @jeffweaver9909
    @jeffweaver9909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video full of information

  • @fontking1a
    @fontking1a 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've owned a 1969 427/435 since 1970. Just had a new wiper motor installed and everything was working fine. All of a sudden my windshield WASHER comes on when I use my wipers in slow or fast speed. The washer won't go off until I return the switch to the OFF POSITION. Can the problem be the switch itself? Most people are saying it's the pump wheel that goes around and then locks into place. That is all new but the switch is 52 years old. I've ordered a new switch just because the original is so old. Any guesses?? Great job on all your videos. Thanks for any advice you can provide.

  • @theisenable
    @theisenable ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks!

  • @MichaelMcInerney-tq4hr
    @MichaelMcInerney-tq4hr ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you had to fix a 1968 vette your video helped a ton

  • @ronstjohn6780
    @ronstjohn6780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Tom for another interesting and informative video.

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem, thanks for watching and thanks for the positive feedback :)

  • @paulinad12
    @paulinad12 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Tom, your tutorials are extremely helpful. I so appreciate all your knowledge and expertise. Making great progress on my 72 find thanks to you ...all the best, Ike

  • @stevenbrown3429
    @stevenbrown3429 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great videos, thank you for all the help.

  • @robertvespaziani5233
    @robertvespaziani5233 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Tom. Problem solved!

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem thanks for watching

    • @robertvespaziani5233
      @robertvespaziani5233 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ProblemSolverGarage Did you ever do the washer pump video? or the conversion to an electric pump?

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I converted it to electric but unfortunately never made a video about it

  • @cleveland6812
    @cleveland6812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Tom - this will definitely help me solving my wiper issues - Thanks : )

  • @GS166
    @GS166 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This whole series is so good, I totally recommend for any C3 owner! Thanks Tom!!!!!👍

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching ;)
      And thanks for the positive feedback

  • @sait6666
    @sait6666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really awesome hands-on video, your effort is very appreciated (regards, owner of a 75) :)

  • @Ella-Llasa
    @Ella-Llasa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, had this exact issue w a C3 resto. Thanks so much 👍🏼

  • @johngampel5392
    @johngampel5392 ปีที่แล้ว

    excellant video... thankyou

  • @va3aso958
    @va3aso958 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent how to video as usual! Thanks for putting the time in for us guys who need the info. A+

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the positive feedback, vacuum system episode coming next

  • @joehilton6728
    @joehilton6728 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Joe from New Hampshire

  • @nolatkd
    @nolatkd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wipers weren't working. Watched this video, cleaned the corrosion off of the ground connector. Everything works now. Get a wire brush before you buy a new motor.

  • @chrisambrose8838
    @chrisambrose8838 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for posting!! 🇺🇸👍🙋‍♂️🖖🏻

  • @willskrbinsek7843
    @willskrbinsek7843 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video thanks.

  • @fredricbjornefalt5972
    @fredricbjornefalt5972 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff! This is exactly what I was looking for !

  • @spymaine89
    @spymaine89 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    EXCELLENT....

  • @raypowers3145
    @raypowers3145 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information !!!! Like your videos !!!!

  • @lb4626
    @lb4626 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just started watching your videos since I pulled my vette out of storage after years, super helpful. Question about this video, where did you find the small black wiper motor cover for a 1969 when not putting back the sprayer?!? I can’t find one anywhere. If you see this, thanks.

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have seen them on eBay before, but that one was actually in a box that came with the car

  • @maureenkaitis9823
    @maureenkaitis9823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid!!!

  • @Treylopez1997
    @Treylopez1997 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a 69 and i put a new ground for the wiper and blower before i found this video but the weird thing is the wire that is supposed to be the ground for them has power to it so it has +12v on it

    • @Treylopez1997
      @Treylopez1997 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Also I have an issue where the circuit with the clock and Courtesy lights have a dead short but doesn't blow the fuse and drains the battery when I do a Continuity test from a positive on that circuit to Ground it has continuity

  • @FrankChiappetta-p2b
    @FrankChiappetta-p2b ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey great videos, but on my 1971 the problem is that when I switch on the wipers nothing happens. Wiper door does not open, but when I use the override switch under the steering column to open the wiper door it opens obviously and the wipers work. It’ s a new switch along with new relays and vacuum lines.
    Am I missing something?
    Thanks
    Frank
    Toronto

  • @ericaiken6375
    @ericaiken6375 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks tom, if not for folks like you the rest of us would really struggle and do thing wrong. Everything went as you described. I have one curious problem. I only get one speed (low). If I remove the green wire I only get high speed, and it wont park. Any thoughts?

  • @vtradio
    @vtradio 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you ever do a video on repairing the windshield washer pump? I don't see one listed. Mine does not work. I see a kit listed at Eckler's.
    Thanks. Paul

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I converted it to electric but never made a video about it unfortunately

  • @lilomojica4467
    @lilomojica4467 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you very helpful.

  • @johnschmeltz163
    @johnschmeltz163 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which wire should be hot going to wiper motor the middle and the other one I have 3 hots going to the wiper motor

  • @paulruiter5256
    @paulruiter5256 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. Can we get a link to the washer pump delete cover you got on eBay. Thanks!

  • @bmwspeedman
    @bmwspeedman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid as always Tom! Quick question, which way do the wipers go? What I mean is, which wiper sits at the bottom? Is it the driver side or passenger side?

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ll check when I get home, one of them presses a vacuum relay when it’s all the way down, that’s what controls the door to open and close, I believe the passenger side is at the bottom but I’ll double check when I get home.
      Next video vacuum system for the headlights and wiper door

    • @bmwspeedman
      @bmwspeedman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ProblemSolverGarage thanks Tom

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      so the passenger side wiper sits Below the driver one, 🇺🇸 USA set up not British one

    • @bmwspeedman
      @bmwspeedman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ProblemSolverGarage thank you!

  • @ricardolibertad
    @ricardolibertad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Merci !!!!!!!

  • @mikahell7279
    @mikahell7279 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, maybe you can help me, I redid the whole wiper system but one of the wipers does not fit enough to activate the flap closing piston. Would you have any advice for me?

  • @kblopp
    @kblopp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, i installed a new wiper motor on my 81 and it worked fine for one day and all of a sudden they wont park themselves...Do you have any suggestions Tom ?

  • @wiboater4
    @wiboater4 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    on the 68 C3 with the single spade connect override switch to bypass the switch do you just run a wire from a good ground to the female connector on the wire to bypass the bad switch? for testing?

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm sorry I can't remember, I remember that the 68 something was backwards

    • @wiboater4
      @wiboater4 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ProblemSolverGarage Thanks for the reply.

  • @agentt7740
    @agentt7740 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom... this may sound like a stupid question, but here it is anyway.. My son has a '71 Corvette (just purchased) and the three wires going to the wiper motor (harness) has 2 hots and a ground. Is this right? The "blue" wire is a hot wire and by your video, should be a ground. I did test the new wiper motor just as you had shown and it works... even works on the car if I am using jumper wires. But when I connect the harness, nothing. The washer works when I press the switch but nothing from the motor. I have not taken the dash apart to see if the connection on the switch is in the correct position. Can you give me some advice? I appreciate it.

  • @jackieliner3812
    @jackieliner3812 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m restoring a 81 that has been parked since 2003, it’s in rough shape, and so far I’ve put a new Blueprint 383 engine, rebuild all the calibers, replaced the rotors, and brake hoses, wiper motor, new gas tank, replaced trailing arm, strut rod and spring shackle bushings.all half shaft ujoints,, now starting on the interior, so I’m following you with any helpful information i can get. Thanks

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome thanks for watching. And good luck on your project

    • @renodraguzet2661
      @renodraguzet2661 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi i have 68 and have the same problem with wipers i will follow your instruction .-YOARE THE BEST

  • @kfm908
    @kfm908 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a loaded 72 .I Never heard of headlight sprayers

  • @rets4072
    @rets4072 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Tom, I see your wiper door stainless bezel is polished metal. I've seen other cars are painted body color. Does that change per year of the car? Any idea what 1968 should be?

  • @toddferrell518
    @toddferrell518 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for all the great information it helped me a lot. , dropped my 69 off at the paint and body shop today with everything working ,thanks again 👍

  • @richbaldassano9832
    @richbaldassano9832 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    awsome

  • @ericthomas6014
    @ericthomas6014 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can someone tell me where I can purchase a wiper door for a 1970 Corvette? Thanks!

  • @avleerxo
    @avleerxo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    At minute 4:15
    Where was the first positive? I Cant see well.

  • @patriotacienxciento1083
    @patriotacienxciento1083 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So .. The vacuum line for the wipers .. It's not use anymore .. It's goin to be electric only

  • @Nachbars
    @Nachbars 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How named this cover in 7:33 ?
    Or where i can find?

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Chevy windshield wiper motor cover, Corvette Windshield Wiper or Motor cover on eBay something like that

  • @michaelragan5799
    @michaelragan5799 ปีที่แล้ว

    My wiper door opens when I start my 72, but won't close

  • @charlesmercieca5493
    @charlesmercieca5493 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍

  • @hobbessoto9547
    @hobbessoto9547 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Am I missing the links to parts vendors?.... dont see

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You have to click on the description part of the video, I think it’s like a little Upside down V on the side. If you’re on a computer you have to go to the bottom of the screen I believe.
      Let me know if you can’t figure it out

    • @ProblemSolverGarage
      @ProblemSolverGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right beside the Title on the video there’s a little upside down V, not by the advertisement but by the title you just click on that for more information

  • @hull5768
    @hull5768 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Remove this thing? I believe it's called a vacuum canister.

  • @CadillacsAndCoffeetv
    @CadillacsAndCoffeetv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Check your nagatives 😂

  • @Inbush-cx6tt
    @Inbush-cx6tt ปีที่แล้ว

    28 min vid on windshield wipers smh