Worn wiper spindle

arcturus · Mar 3rd, 2020, 15:59

Screen wiper spindle as you can see is pretty worn and the wiper arm slops about. What would be the best way to fix this problem apart from the impossible task of finding and fitting new spindle. how difficult would it be to drill a small hole through and pin it? Any suggestions welcome. I'm guessing that the Amazon uses the same spindle,or perhaps not.

Baxlin · Mar 3rd, 2020, 19:51

If it’s just the spline that’s worn, so that the arm is loose, it’s amazing what a difference a single layer of kitchen foil between the two will make.

Yes, I know it’s a bodge, but seems to work.

Volvo_133 · Mar 3rd, 2020, 19:59

Brookhouse Volvo do 2 different sizes listed in amazon section though not in pv section.

grumpydad · Mar 3rd, 2020, 20:38

Hi

https://www.texautomotive.com/classic_wiper_arms.html

look for the wedge lock arms

volvobysea · Mar 8th, 2020, 13:33

Hi

Drilling is no problem and you can fit small screw studs that have an allen key head to tighten up if you want to do that. I did that with mine as a temporary repair.

The cogs are an easy fit you just need to know if you have the small or large centre vesion and readily available form brookhouse or other suppliers.

I have always found the wiper mechanism to be one of the weak links, but not as bad as the old Ford popular that used to use engine vacuum to power the wipers.

Gavin

Mar 3rd, 2020, 19:51	#2
Baxlin Old Rocker Last Online: Yesterday 17:27 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Tring	If it’s just the spline that’s worn, so that the arm is loose, it’s amazing what a difference a single layer of kitchen foil between the two will make. Yes, I know it’s a bodge, but seems to work. __________________ Just my opinion, please don't shoot me if it doesn't match yours! 2011 C70 D3 (now sold)and JZR 3 wheeler

Mar 3rd, 2020, 19:59	#3
Volvo_133 VOC member Last Online: Jun 4th, 2024 15:40 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sheffield	Spindle Brookhouse Volvo do 2 different sizes listed in amazon section though not in pv section.

Mar 3rd, 2020, 20:38	#4
grumpydad Senior Member Last Online: Today 00:32 Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: eastsussex	Hi https://www.texautomotive.com/classic_wiper_arms.html look for the wedge lock arms

Mar 8th, 2020, 13:33	#5
volvobysea Junior Member Last Online: Jun 18th, 2024 16:36 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: St Agnes,Cornwall	Hi Drilling is no problem and you can fit small screw studs that have an allen key head to tighten up if you want to do that. I did that with mine as a temporary repair. The cogs are an easy fit you just need to know if you have the small or large centre vesion and readily available form brookhouse or other suppliers. I have always found the wiper mechanism to be one of the weak links, but not as bad as the old Ford popular that used to use engine vacuum to power the wipers. Gavin

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