Installing wiper arms W900...

Discussion in 'Kenworth Forum' started by Hanadarko, Aug 11, 2012.

  1. Hanadarko

    Hanadarko Independent Owner/Operator

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    I need to know during install, on the supporting arm (not the arm the wiper is connected to)..it has a 10-32 locknut.
    Well, is that supposed to be cranked down snug or left somewhat loose??

    I know the acorn nut on the main arm is tightened completely.
     
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  3. jeep383s

    jeep383s Light Load Member

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    When I installed mine I snugged it to where the wiper arm could move as needed just make sure it's not too loose. Don't squeeze the two pieces of metal together. Pm me your number if you need a better explanation
     
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  4. Hanadarko

    Hanadarko Independent Owner/Operator

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    I wasnt sure of the threaded post the support arm sits on turns or if it was stationary.
    If its stationary, I guess I need to make sure its loose enough to turn...

    Geez....
     
  5. grizzly

    grizzly Medium Load Member

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    Did you find after market arms or just end up going with the high dollar KW ones? I need to replace mine as well.
     
  6. Hanadarko

    Hanadarko Independent Owner/Operator

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    KW sells these 2 ways.

    Wiper Arm + Wiper = About $250 each
    Wiper Arm alone = About $95 each

    I was not able to find a generic one out there so I bought the bullet and got 2 new wiper arms, the cones and nuts and 2 blades.
    Total was about $220.

    You NEED new install cones...you'll never get the old ones out and they are only a few $.
    (They are dissimilar metals and corrode very nicely INTO each other..)
     
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