How to install Ford Model A Vacuum Wiper

In this episode we will install an original rebuilt 1930 Tri-Co Vacuum Wiper and show every step from wiper to motor.
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[@ModelTTime]

Nice video. I didn't realize that was such a process on the A. I can remember rebuilding those wiper motors on the 40's and 50's cars in my dad's gas station and garage.

[@desparky]

Thanks for sharing. Mine is an electric motor wiper (1930 Town Sedan). The problem with mine is that the motor is mounted inside the windshield and the drive shaft goes through the notch in the windshield header where your on/off control is located. This means that when the windshield is opened, the motor also swings down and is slightly in my vision. The vacuum motor mounted on the outside looks like a better option.

[@timothysotelo3868]

I will tackle this project next winter. Blessings from Williamsburg Iowa

[@pumpkintown]

Sounds great! You can do it!

[@austinswallow]

I did not know that the wiper motor was fitted on the outside, I have Trico vacuum wiper motors on two of my cars (Swallows - aka the first Jaguar cars) and they are both mounted on the inside! Mine are the smaller version of yours and Made in England rather than Made in USA, a simple motor that works, however, they operate best at idle, under acceleration the vacuum is less and the wiper slows or stops, lift your foot off the throttle and it will flick over the screen - quirky! I love how they self-park no matter where the wiper is when it is turned off. Greetings from the UK!

[@pumpkintown]

Thanks Austin yes they are quirky aren’t they? In my model A club over here I think I have the only one that works out of over 50 club members so I am very thankful! On your two wipers, what year were the cars made in? Are they later or same time period?

[@Kybossls]

Just subbed to the channel, I’m sorting out my 31 Model A, 400A. Watching all the Model A videos that I can, Paul Shinn has been great on educating me. Ken from Kentucky, one more item that needs attention on the A. Working on the front end and brakes at the moment.

[@pumpkintown]

Thanks Ken couldn’t agree more. My front end needs everything so maybe a video in future Lords willing

[@truthreigns7]

Thank you for this informative step by step video. I truly enjoyed it.

[@pumpkintown]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@bobbyfinley-m9k]

Just checking out your video. This is bob and suzie from the model a club

[@pumpkintown]

Hey y’all! Thanks for watching! Can’t wait to see you guys again!

[@andyweixler662]

fantastic video!! thank you for showing the details.

[@pumpkintown]

Thank you for watching!

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[@pumpkintown]

Excellent!! We don’t make them but get them from a family in PA. Thanks for writing

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[@truthreigns7]

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[@pumpkintown]

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[@pumpkintown]

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[@clancysoutdoors]

Was there a rubber bushing between the wiper motor and the windshield frame?

[@pumpkintown]

I think so. Will check later Lords willing

[@truthreigns7]

Are you going to purchase a upholstery kit for this car?

[@pumpkintown]

I hope so Lords willing

[@harrythewoollyman]

nice

[@pumpkintown]

Thanks brother

[@Dabaspony]

Where did you have your wiper motor rebuilt ?

[@pumpkintown]

From John Holland in Ohio but he isn’t taking on orders anymore unfortunately.

[@truthreigns7]

SO there is not a clamp to go on the vacuum house where the hose is attached to the wiper motor?

[@pumpkintown]

Maybe there should be. I was not sold one from my parts supplier. It doesn’t seem to need one though I could be wrong

[@truthreigns7]

I@@pumpkintownI was just curious.

[@christopherzhang7787]

When my engine is running and no throttle, does vacuum wiper work? I cannot get mine to work sadly

[@pumpkintown]

Do you think you may have a vacuum leak? They are sporadic at times

[@christopherzhang7787]

@@pumpkintown they are just not working at all :/

[@dickdaley9059]

May I suggest immersing your new wiper blade in Protectant 303 to soften the rubber and protect the blade from drying out in our sun UV and heat. It works wonders preserving all wiper blades and similar materials for many years. Think of it like how Rainex works on glass except it works on rubber. Blessings from St Marys, GA 🙏

[@pumpkintown]

Great idea! Where do you get yours? Thx

[@dickdaley9059]

I don’t know where large quantities were bought for our industrial use but Amazon has consumer size spray containers. I have only used the marine protectant in the past and would never be without it. I would buy new windshield wipers for the cars and find them dry and hard in a year. Now, I buy wipers after three years after soaking them in 303 before use. I pour the liquid in the plastic shell the wipers are packaged in and let them soak for a few hours. I pour the liquid back in the container and reuse it for all my other plastic and rubber parts. Wipe the parts down and install with peace of mind. Our chemical engineers swore by the stuff and saved the company lots of replacement costs.