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Old May 21st, 2009, 06:35 AM   #1 (permalink)
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wiper removal

What's the best way to remove wiper arms from a 65 Cutty without marring the paint?
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What's the best way to remove wiper arms from a 65 Cutty without marring the paint?
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Thanks. My parts store does not have it. Time to travel.
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If you are CAREFULL you can use wide bladed standard screwdrivers, and do a bit of finessing. That was standard operating procedure back in my autobody days anyhow.
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A few layers of masking tape in the area you are prying does wonders.
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