Re: Under dash insulation replacement and “while you’re there”

Posted by HH56 On 2022/5/9 8:56:01

You may not find the exact thickness but jute padding is still available although it does not look quite the same. Do a search on Amazon or ebay for jute carpet padding. It comes in a couple of thicknesses which you could layer together. Others have also used the compressed fiberglass pads which is frequently found used as hood insulation. The universal fit pads are available in approx 4' x 5' sheets and about 1 inch thick. A google search turns up a few vendors.

The various wiper pulleys need a drop or two of oil at the center bearings and you could wipe down the cables to get the dust off. There is not much that can be accessed in the outside wiper pivots where the arms attach. A drop of oil on the arm shafts maybe but anything on the inside is pressed on and not removable. There is a procedure for lubing the vacuum wiper motor internals in one of the late 47 or a 48 service counselor but IMO, that is kind of iffy and may not do much if the motor is old and worn. You would have better luck to just use the downtime opportunity to send the motor to FIcken Wiper Servicehttps://rebuildingtricowipers.com and have the motor rebuilt to like new condition.

I have had luck lubricating other style Bowden cables by coiling them as tightly as possible making sure the coil is not tight enough to kink or otherwise damage the cables. Coiling will allow the wrapped around outer housing wire to open slightly between the coils so oil can get inside to the operating wire. If the cables are rusty you can secure the coiled cable assy with a couple of tie wraps so as to allow them to sit and soak for some time in a small pan of light penetrating oil followed by a good application of proper oil. Have not done any with the attached operating mechanism so not sure how much liquid would get into the mechanism or if any should be allowed in but as I recall those are fairly sealed and should not need a lot of lube.