wiper motor grommets

Post by **Peterson** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 12:51 am

Hi , I am attempting to install new wiper motor mounting grommets and finding it impossible to press them into the openings . Is there a trick to this operation or are these just another example of poor replacement parts ? Thanks

Post by **8009STEVE** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 4:58 am

Try warming them in hot water.

Post by **alex_holden** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 8:42 am

It helps if you swear at them a lot.

Actually I think I used a blunt flat-bladed screwdriver to 'persuade' them.

Post by **RogerRust** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 9:25 am

I used a special rubber lubricant available at all good chemists. I bought a tube of it when I fitted the windscreen rubber. Which is why those who have visited my garage may have spotted it on the shelf! It is water based and doesn't leave any residue.

Explain that to your girlfriend if you can.

Post by **dalebrignall** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 2:52 pm

i like that roger,made me laugh is it **jelley by any chance.

Post by **Peterson** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 6:05 pm

OK , I soaked them in hot water , lubed with brake rubber grease , pinched oval with needle nose pliers to start one side , worked in to place with a large screw driver and a ball ended Chrysler dealer rubber tool . All the while swearing non stop . Minor damage to the grommets and lots of paint scratches around the area . Thanks to all for the help .

Post by **RogerRust** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 8:55 pm

Here it is Dale,

In between the 'grinding paste' and the 'jointing paste'

It is important never to get these mixed up.

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Post by **8009STEVE** » Fri Jul 03, 2009 9:15 pm

Roger, I dread to ask, but why Super glue and petrol as well?

Post by **RogerRust** » Sat Jul 04, 2009 8:55 am

I am going to sart a new thread, what do you have on your shelf.

I'll put it in the off topic thread