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Subject:Re: Windshield wipers
From:David Brodbeck
Date:Wed, 25 Feb 2004 21:33:56 -0500

On Wed, 25 Feb 2004, James V wrote:

> If tightening the wiper on the shaft doesn't do it, then the splines are
> probably worn.

The wiper arm is made of soft metal, and the splines on the shaft create
grooves in it.  (Or is it vice versa?)  If yours are too worn to grip
anymore, you can try shimming with some aluminum foil.

David Brodbeck, N8SRE
'82 Volkswagen Diesel Westfalia
'86 Volvo 240DL wagon