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Rear wiper?

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by CarsonChris, Feb 21, 2021.

  1. Feb 21, 2021 at 1:50 PM
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    CarsonChris

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    Hey guys, my rear wiper works like crap. It has a new wiper blade. Is there any mod or way to get it to make more contact with the rear window while it's on?
     
  2. Feb 22, 2021 at 8:27 AM
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    y=mx+b

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    Theres a helper spring iirc that goes on the wiper to press it into the glass more. I don't visit here much, but its been discussed on t4r.org before. I'd give a search over there as well
     
  3. Feb 22, 2021 at 8:37 AM
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    importman

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    I can't remember specifics but on mine I cut and shortened the helper spring a little bit to give it more tension. Works great now.
     
  4. Feb 23, 2021 at 11:14 AM
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    CarsonChris

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    Thanks guys. I will look at it!
     
  5. Feb 27, 2021 at 5:45 PM
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    On the FB 4th Gen pages, I saw some guys cutting a little bit out of the plastic where the hinge is and that allows better contact. Sorry, I don't have pictures...
     

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