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Old 05-12-2020, 12:53 PM   #1
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Default Trick on a 57 Ranchero

The 57 Ranchero has a Trico wiper motor on it currently and it’s got issues. Can these be repaired? And suggestions what to do with it? Trying to keep this car original.
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Old 05-12-2020, 01:10 PM   #2
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Default Re: Trick on a 57 Ranchero

The one you have runs on vacuum from the engine???
The internal seals dry out. Here's a photo from a 'not a Ranchero'.
If you can get some brake fluid run thru the insides it helps rejuvenate the seals.

At this link... https://www.ctci.org/improving-winds...iper-function/

There are rebuilding services available, approx $135 plus $200 core charge.
Although this one may/may not be T-bird specific???
Call them and ask to confirm.
https://www.classictbird.com/Wiper-M...uctinfo/17508/

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Old 05-13-2020, 07:52 AM   #3
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I know C&G Ford has a rebuild service. Just looked it up, $189...
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Old 05-13-2020, 08:32 AM   #4
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Concours https://concoursparts.com/ in Carson City Nevada lists one. Sounds like its a rebuilt because it requires a $200.00 core charge.
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Old 05-21-2020, 03:30 PM   #5
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Dennis, how did you make out? I took the vacuum system off of my car, and went electric.
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