Universal wiper motor installation - 1951 Chevy Rat Truck Build

[@robertstevison1448]

Awesome !!!! Genius !!!! That's old school for sure !!!! Hope yall have a lekka day as well !!!!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks boet

[@johnnymac1580]

You are The best kept secret on KZbin ⚡️hopefully it won’t be for long 👍

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks Johnnymac!

[@circledhomestead4358]

Duff you can see clearly now! “Happy trails “

[@fredrickstafford1744]

Every time I watch your I learn something. Th a nks for the info and please keep it up. Blessi g on you and yours, cheers.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Pleasure man. Thanks!

[@geoffreymills9932]

That's a cool little motor, I need one for my 47

[@ratrodsafrica]

Google "universal wiper motor". You will see them.

[@rescueinoldraggedy7407]

Its getting there , i got all my stuff finished up that i wanted to do , so i get ti set my cab back on tomorrow , be safe my friend

[@ratrodsafrica]

Good luck with getting the cab back on!

[@rescueinoldraggedy7407]

@@ratrodsafrica its on and bolted down , with rubber bushing , now , that was a job by myself in the yard ,, lol

[@ratrodsafrica]

@@rescueinoldraggedy7407 😅 I know what it's like!

[@rescueinoldraggedy7407]

@@ratrodsafrica i sure you do my friend , we looking to buy a house in the country with a shop , or room for one

[@MauricioGoncalves.]

Congratulations you are very creative, I want to see this truck burning tires!

[@ratrodsafrica]

She'll run, but not so sure about burning tires with that little four banger she has!😅

[@MauricioGoncalves.]

@@ratrodsafrica Lol, 😂😂😂👊

[@usmc.39rat24]

Thanks Div, I never thought of a universal motor. My 39 chevy was missing everything and I thought to try something from a salvage yard. I will only have a windshield so I will need wipers just incase

[@dragontattooee]

That's a handy set up Div, looks lekka set up

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks boet. Think its gonna work ok.

[@TheFrameoff]

Cool , you putting in glass , or another product . yep going to be a sweet ride when it hits the road ... Build On

[@ratrodsafrica]

Glass! Plastic (Perspex, Lexan, whatever) is just a pain!

[@TheFrameoff]

@@ratrodsafrica That is true , just curious you are stating to go into summer right .. and how warm does it get there . Take care and Build On

[@ratrodsafrica]

@@TheFrameoff it can get up to around 35 - 38 degrees C where I am. And pretty high humidity. Just across the mountain near me, it is regularly in the mid 40's

[@TheFrameoff]

@@ratrodsafrica That is a tad warm . Here on the West coast of B.C Canada it gets around mid 30's , we are going into winter now , and thanks

[@shanewright6958]

Looking good 👍👍🏴‍☠️

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks pirate 😂

[@crazywickedcustoms7272]

Truck sure is nice, 👍

[@NzLand3r]

Hi , Im loving your work. 😀I forgot to say the travel montage from your trip to town really looks very similar to NZ bro!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks brother! I think there are many similarities between my part of SA an NZ😄

[@fyou5986]

Thanks for the idea. I never knew that. .

[@mikejackman4416]

Great little wiper project

[@chuckharris1038]

Thanks for showing me that 64 years old and never knew about that wiper motor Wonder why more builders don’t use them ? Loud maybe? Makes you wonder.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Actually not loud at all. To me at least...😅

[@DustyMacsGarage]

Enjoyed it Div!!! It will be on the road in no time!!!

[@StirlingLighthouse]

Thanks again Diff. Looking great 👍 What’s the last thing that goes through a bugs mind when it hits the windscreen? It’s arse. lol 😂

[@ratrodsafrica]

🤣

[@donaldhalls2189]

Doing a brilliant job, should certainly keep the POLICE of your back, really suit's the rig, can't wait to see her perring, all the best to you and your loved ones, have a Lekka one

[@ratrodsafrica]

Yes, it will do the trick. Thanks Donald

[@gmc.joesousa4360]

I put a Hand Wiper in my 1936 Chevy. Rain X Works good .

[@ratrodsafrica]

😂 I didnt feel like the hassle! We often get rain and want to use the truck as a parts hauler

[@alexandermancha7172]

Diff you are a very creative man! Genius idea man.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks brother!

[@pietdejager7688]

Dit lyk bakgat so als is iets anders i love it!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Dankie Piet! Daar's nie reels met rat rods nie, spoeg en plak enige iets saam!😅

[@thequixotryworkshop2424]

Nice idea using that type of wiper motor. It saves you a lot of hassle:-)

[@ratrodsafrica]

A LOT of hassle!😅

[@brianbourn1046]

Very lekka Div. Been watching your channel for a few months now from Joburg. Very informative and entertaining. Thank you.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Hey, lekka Joeys! Thanks boet.

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Duff very nice job. Hopefully they pass. Can't wait to see more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Fab On. Weld on. Keep making. God bless.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks 👍

[@SchysCraftCo.]

@@ratrodsafrica you're welcome duff.

[@lewisanderson1521]

Neat, thanks for sharing I’m building a 1947 ford coupe rat rod myself. I watch several videos to get tips off everyone. I see you are a great metal fabricator. I really enjoy your videos. Thanks again.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Glad you enjoy, thanks for watching! Good luck with the build

[@tonyanfol4492]

good job Diff very informative also boats also have small wipers motors also small wipers to fit keep up the good work

[@ratrodsafrica]

Problem is, as soon as you call it boat, the price doubles!😂

[@tonyanfol4492]

look at this add on ebay ( Universal UTV Electric Windshield Wiper Motor Kit Assembly with Spray Bottle for )

[@Styrbord]

I was sad then a felt a brrrr it was a R.R.F.A vid now im not sad anymore :)

[@ratrodsafrica]

😀 Thanks dude! Glad if thats the case!

[@markrandall1456]

Looks good. I have that same motor so this was a good learning experience. From the dry banks of the Underwood Branch, thanks for the fun.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Happy if it helps man

[@henrygibson1530]

Hmm 🤔 that's a good idea you have. I want to see how you cut it to fit.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks. When I get the wiper blade, I'll make it fit

[@brianhaw9398]

Around here I think they sell those wiper motors for boat windshields. Very creative.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Yes, that's true, now that you mention it.

[@stashwaxroller1740]

Very cool , love it coming down from the top ! My old 49 Chevy truck had vacuum activated wipers . Didn't work very well. Yours will be much better. Your donor wiper arm looks suspiciously like a mid 70' Ford truck. I have had trouble finding blades for mine. One step closer to getting on the road man !!!!!!!!!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks Randy. I remember those vacuum wipers, they would almost stop working if you go up a steep hill😂

[@frankmarsh115]

nice job i know on my 1956 dodge it was a pain setting up the wiper linkage.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Yes, been there! Another reason for this easy way out😅

[@stephenbrown571]

If you have them in South Africa. The peterbuilt 359 used a short wiper

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks but we dont have those magnificent machines here! Think the wiper from a Land Rover will work, they only around 11" long

[@janwiersma1449]

good fix Div, I purchaced some new chrome wipers and wiper blades officially for a Citroen Mehari at Burton here in NL to fit my Reliant Robin. but You can also look for a boat parts dealer with Allpa or Roca boat parts which surely must be in Mosselbaai. they use the same universal wiper-motors and small wipers on speedboats and small fishing boats. I was considering some "Allpa boat seats for my Reliant Robin, but not just yet. 👍

[@ratrodsafrica]

Boat parts sound expensive to me!😅 I think the wiper blade from a Land Rover might work.

[@peterelias2345]

Hi Neat, kindly explain the process of shortening the wiper blade. Thanks in advance

[@ratrodsafrica]

I bought wiper blades closest length to what I wanted, then simply cut short pieces off with a grinder and cutting disc. Carefully 😃

[@maniestrijdom7271]

Oom try n beetle se blade , hulle het mos n klein venstertjie Vorder mooi!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Dit kan dalk werk. Of Land Rover, ou een.

[@michaelanderson3771]

Hey div Try a rear window wiper off a small SUV or Hatch back Mitsubishi Challenger wagon has a small rear arm and blade about 8" or 200 mm and you can nip the blade or a wiper off an old Mini Minor they are about 6" - 150 mm

[@ratrodsafrica]

Good suggestion, thanks! Need around 11". Will go see what I can find

[@sufferedenuf]

There are a few cars that had wipers for the headlights. Those are probably too small. My Veloster has a very short 8 inch wiper blade on the back.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thats true! I need something around 11 inches. I'm thinking Land Rover, series 2 or 3.

[@keboletse]

I want to buy it...

[@ratrodsafrica]

What do you want to buy, the truck, or the wiper motor?

[@lesorcierharleyus5543]

Good Man 👍👍

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks ✌

[@oscarwalton1188]

Maybe look for a old MG or triumph sports car wiper arms there pretty short fiat torpolino or 500 a possibility.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Cool! Yes, you right. Think I can make that arm work with the blade from a Land Rover. They also very short.

[@rodneyjones969]

Do you have a video of these working. I’m looking to putting some on a 42 gmc

[@ratrodsafrica]

This is the only video I have on the wiper motor

[@JustinPaul1st]

WHats the Mini1275 or 1100 arm dimensions... it's an option to look into

[@ratrodsafrica]

Could be! Also think Series 2 and 3 Land Rover can work.

[@tsirron]

Do you need a wiper if you don’t put in the glass? No serious.. would a wiper blade from the back window of a suv hatch work

[@ratrodsafrica]

Good idea! I'll see what I can find at the parts store. Thanks

[@bashfullbuzzard]

interesting

[@classicsrule8651]

what is the length of the wiper shaft? i have a '53 chevy truck.

[@ratrodsafrica]

I cant quite remember, but it is quite long. Maybe 4" or more. I had to cut mine shorter.

[@heinrich2749]

Hoe gaan oom Div tewerk om die kar dear die toets te kry engine no and chassis no ?????

[@ratrodsafrica]

Dis 'n storie wat ons liewer nie op 'n publieke platform moet bespreek nie...😁 Stuur my 'n epos by [e-mail] en laat weet ook waar jy is.

[@Styrbord]

Why didnt you just make a manual wiper?

[@ratrodsafrica]

Plan to use the truck as a parts hauler and will most likely need wipers often. Rains a lot here. Dont feel like struggling😅 If it was mostly a show car, different story

[@markrobertson9015]

Just a little fab work and it's done.so you had to have your glass cut.? There's a place here in California it's called brother's trucks if you ever need hard to find parts and hardware you can go online and order a free catalog.they stock OEM parts. It's more for the custom builds you pay for shipping and your set.

[@Styrbord]

@@ratrodsafrica no side Windows but it rains alot???

[@tommcl8548]

👍👊

[@ratrodsafrica]

👍👍😆

[@fueladdictiongarage7048]

👍🏻🍺

[@ratrodsafrica]

🍻😆

[@DoonerF]

All the things you have to do to be street legal. Looking good so far. I’m real curious to see the final wiper. Is that motor rated for monkey shit?! 😂😂😂 👍🏻👍🏻!!!!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Haha, Chinese crap know nothing about monkeys!😂

[@ezekielmoorejr3145]

Now your cooking with gas on a coal burning stove! My friend

[@ratrodsafrica]

Haha!

[@henryfreeman4017]

Regulations suck

[@ratrodsafrica]

Agree! But I guess wiper will be nice when it's raining 😅

[@dontrump9362]

Wipers are over rated Duff! 😂 you should get two pieces of twine and install two pulleys. Tie the twine on either side! 😂😂😂 manual wipers….👍 just messing with you Duff. Always enjoy your content. Have a safe and super weekend young man. 👍🇺🇸🙏

[@ratrodsafrica]

😂 There was a time when cars actually had manual wipers!