1950 Chevy vacuum windshield wiper to electric conversion kit

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  • @s30blazer
    @s30blazer ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I did mine 4 years ago Looks like the same kit you used. Well, Last summer mine quit, the linkage came off at the electric motor. So, I pulled the Glove box, then the center dash, then one gauge. Still couldn't fix it, I guess now, I will drop the entire set up out, and guess on the alignment, But you did a great job documenting this, good video.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hate that happened! I’m almost certain the owner of the truck that I installed it in has never even used his wipers. Thanks for sharing your experience because I’m sure it’ll help someone that may be on the fence when choosing to replace their vacuum with the electric kit!

    • @leetrenholm4926
      @leetrenholm4926 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am having the same issue, I see there s some Allen head set screws , hopefully I can tighten them up without taking everything out . Thanks for your video, now I know what I’m looking at

    • @MrGrxxx123
      @MrGrxxx123 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The clocking is critical for proper parking position. Yes there’s an Allen screw that’s allows adjustment. What sucks is the fact it all has to be assembled in the truck before you can check it for correct position

  • @adaboy4z
    @adaboy4z ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video tutorial. I was about to convert on my 58 Bel Air, then I saw a video about running mystery oil through the vacuum line, and I'll be it worked wipers work great again.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great idea! Thanks for sharing!

    • @DanTheManIOM
      @DanTheManIOM ปีที่แล้ว +1

      definitely will have to learn more about that... I did like the speed Gil got when he turned them on high. Where did Chevy pull the vacuum from ? In 56, cadillac pulled it from the oil pump. FYI

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DanTheManIOM I remember it being pulled from the intake manifold on the cars. Good question though!

  • @garrcar
    @garrcar ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like how you explain the install. I also like your ingenuity. Like when you added the washer ! Nicely done.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m glad you like the video. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @conniemorris9025
    @conniemorris9025 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for this video , I'm about to do this on my 1950 GMC . The wipers look to work way better than the vacuum setup.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome, thank you for watching! Yes, they are more consistent than the vacuum setup.

  • @ab-qh6ip
    @ab-qh6ip ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks for the video. you have a cool truck. I bought the same wiper conversion. Hope it turns out as good as yours did. Great tip on the washer to take up the slack.

  • @paintslinger16
    @paintslinger16 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this install vid, I have a ‘49 has this kit already installed by the PO, but Is missing the white spacers. I knew it wasn’t right, but didn’t know what it was missing to take that slop out.

  • @st.piusbasketball4896
    @st.piusbasketball4896 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really appreciate you walking thru this... my 12V motor just arrived and I am doing a little research before installing. Thanks Gill!

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re very welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @bryantorres660
      @bryantorres660 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you get it from lmc trucks?

  • @MrGrxxx123
    @MrGrxxx123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Changing wiper motor now

  • @sonnysurles
    @sonnysurles 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Liking the double din head unit layout! And the a/c outlets too. Thanks for showing the installation of the arms where you added the washers. Been thinking about getting a new electrical wiper kit for my 55.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sonny Surles thanks 😊

    • @KurtWinters
      @KurtWinters 4 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @tomference4618
    @tomference4618 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really nice presentation!

  • @waynejohnson9135
    @waynejohnson9135 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very informative and well shot thanks. Keep up the good work my man 👍👍👍

  • @Ruststored
    @Ruststored 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice video brother. This will help be building the beast.👍👍

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, I’m glad it’ll help!

  • @caroldunigan4702
    @caroldunigan4702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the good/well explained video hope to see more

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @tomference4618
    @tomference4618 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks like a nice conversion kit,..can you advise of the name of it, and the catalog number?
    Thanks for the great presentation.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The kit is manufactured by Counterpart for 6 volt and 12 volt systems and sold by the Truck Shop ph. 704-979-6490. Thanks!

  • @SAUOrtiz-jf6lc
    @SAUOrtiz-jf6lc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    your video really helped me. thank you.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m glad it did! Thank you for watching and giving feedback!

  • @dougtexas9075
    @dougtexas9075 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting !!!!!!! With your explanation, I think I could do it. This model truck is being more sought after.

  • @TheAbaker87
    @TheAbaker87 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Thanks for making this.

  • @bennymadrid2840
    @bennymadrid2840 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Where did you purchase this motor assembly? Part number please. Thank you for this very informative video.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The Truck and Car Shop
      (704) 979-6490
      You are welcome. Thanks for watching!

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      issuu.com/truckandcarshop/docs/ts_47-59_13_web

  • @TripodWarBeast
    @TripodWarBeast 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, bro! I'm doing the same conversion on my '59. By watching your video, I think I've diagnosed the problem with mine. Thank you, liked and subscribed. Beautiful truck!

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Andrew Pierson thanks for watching!

  • @alexr9514
    @alexr9514 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video was looking for something like this. subscribed to your channel

  • @licha5050
    @licha5050 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    grate vid... where did you get the kit ? thanks man!

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Truck and Car Shop in Concord, NC 🇺🇸 ph. 704-979-6490

  • @juanbarturen2726
    @juanbarturen2726 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the information. I see you are modifying your gauges. Sure would like to see it. I have a 54. My gage's are crap

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re welcome! I have the gauges installed and I’ll publish a video soon so keep an eye 👁 out for that! Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @rotoruamotorworksronen6797
    @rotoruamotorworksronen6797 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video brother very informative and explanatory thanks I am doing my 57 chevy

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @rdyma32
    @rdyma32 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's the actual name of the hood scoop thing that sticks up? Please and thanks for any help.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Top cowl air vent.

  • @nickguagliardo8996
    @nickguagliardo8996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    can't wait thanks

  • @nickguagliardo8996
    @nickguagliardo8996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks great video question did the transmission arm for the passenger wiper clear the cowel mechanism , I’m having a problem with it not clearing it. Would appreciate some feed back thanks Nick

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it cleared it and I can’t remember having any issues.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/j0in2XvX5iQ/w-d-xo.html
      Maybe try switching the transmission arms where they are connected to the drive. That would cause interference if the one on top should be on bottom.

    • @nickguagliardo8996
      @nickguagliardo8996 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gillrodshop Good Point you may be right I never thought of it , tough to work on it through the speaker opening .... Thanks I will let you know how I make out, Did you finish your car yet?

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nickguagliardo8996 yes, I did everything except painting it and the owner drove it home last week. I’ll publish more videos of the final work in the next few weeks.

  • @nikiaguirre2449
    @nikiaguirre2449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a Question where did you get your wiper motor kit for your truck

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Truck and Car Shop. www.truckandcarshop.com/

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      www.truckandcarshop.com/

  • @damonsummers8110
    @damonsummers8110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the video Gill. Did the new wiper motor clear the choke cable? I will be using your comments for my 1951 Chevy 3600.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I removed the choke cable because I’m using an LS based power plant. Let me know if you need any pictures from behind the dash while I have access. Thanks

    • @damonsummers8110
      @damonsummers8110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pics would be great. Thanks Gill.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/6Ib5YO_DuQU/w-d-xo.html

    • @damonsummers8110
      @damonsummers8110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perfect. Thanks for your help.

  • @markbramhall2391
    @markbramhall2391 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What brand kit did you get?

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Counterpart is the store brand that The Truck Shop sells. 6 volt part no. 47-047011 and 47-04701 is the 12 volt part number. Website: www.truckandcarshop.com/

    • @markbramhall2060
      @markbramhall2060 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gillrodshop , Thank you sir.

  • @ARC51bowtie
    @ARC51bowtie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I broke the part that the wiper arm attaches to. Do you know where I could buy another?

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They may be able to help you. Use this link…
      www.truckandcarshop.com/

    • @ARC51bowtie
      @ARC51bowtie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gillrodshop Thank you sir. The part I was looking for was the linkage.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ARC51bowtie you’re welcome

  • @roynelson7841
    @roynelson7841 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video ! Thanx buddy !

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @LeviRockTiger
    @LeviRockTiger 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi great job .can you show the rotation under the dash I can't wout out how it works

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and commenting. Click the link to see behind the dash view of the motor operating. Hope this is helpful! th-cam.com/video/j0in2XvX5iQ/w-d-xo.html

  • @MrGrxxx123
    @MrGrxxx123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My next upgrade

  • @TheBraudCast-GerardBraud
    @TheBraudCast-GerardBraud 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks. This helps a bunch.

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @raydavis9261
    @raydavis9261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You explained it well thank u

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @kingjameswww
    @kingjameswww 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks, great video !

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @airbrushmikeartgarage3479
    @airbrushmikeartgarage3479 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks guy. You explained alot idk. Thx!!!

    • @gillrodshop
      @gillrodshop  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @MrGrxxx123
    @MrGrxxx123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video

  • @MrGrxxx123
    @MrGrxxx123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My next upgrade