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Trico Classic Wiper blade replacements 15"
Check these out guys!
Wiper blades with stainless steel inserts! Only thing not like originals is that they don’t have the Trico stamping on one end of the holders. https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/b...67/pontiac/gto https://www.amazon.com/Wiper-Set-33-.../dp/B071V7FN44 |
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Where you been
Glad you found them. They are real nice. I've been using them for over a year now.
Good fitment and they work well in the rain as they should
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Also saw them on Rockauto the other day.
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Back when the ACDelco warehouse distributor I used to work for (I left full time employment about 2 years ago) brought on the Trico line I worked with a Trico rep for 2 days calling on customers and showing them the advantage over other brands. This was about 5 or 6 years ago.
In working with him, we discussed all the different blades available. One that got my attention was the Trico "Classic" series blades and wiper arms. The rep told me that he would get me a complimentary set for my GTO. I was excited about this and had planned to let everyone know about this on the board. I knew they wouldn't have the "Trico" stamping on them, but I thought it would be something most here would be interested in. However, I was disappointed when I got them as they aren't polished stainless steel like the originals. Are they now polished stainless steel or are they still the dull finish like the one's that I have (still new in the box)? |
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They can't be polished per DOT regulations. Polished items can cause glare. This regulation went into effect in the late 1960's if I recall correctly.
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The '64 GTO The '65 Chevelle The '69 Chevy Pickup Project The Brazen Orange 2006 GTO |
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For the Tempest Series cars.
1964, 1965 were full polished (arm, blade holder). 1966 and newer were the non-glare satin finish. 1) 1965 2) 1966 Chris.
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1) 65 GTO Survivor. 43,440 Original Miles. “Factory” Mayfair Maize Paint with Black Pinstripe, Black Cordova Top, Black Interior, OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Purchased from the Lady that bought it new. Baltimore Built (11A). 2) 66 GTO Survivor. “Factory” Cameo Ivory Paint with Red Pinstripe, Red Interior. OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Tri-Power (OEM Vacuum Linkage), Automatic "YR" code (1759 Produced). Fremont Built (01B), with the Rare 614 Option. |
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That said, from your photos, the '66 units don't seem to be as "dull" as the Trico classics. Could be just how they look in the photos. |
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A distinct feature was the dimples on the blade. these 15 inch. blades were used on C2 corvettes and are very hard to find. The vette guys have grabbed them up. The arms and blades were used on several GM cars though. Last I looked for these they were $175. to $200. a set
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I paint the polished surface that faces the windshield flat back because of the glare. Did that on 64 GTO and still do it.
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sun glare.
I Put electrical tape on the blades and arms on my 1965 GTO to reduce the glare so I can remove it when necessary. Thanks Bob.
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FWIW - I've never had a glare problem with my polished stainless wiper arms and blades. Must be my driver position if others are having issues.
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The ones on my 65 are Tricos that have a built in wing and a red button at each end. Looks like 3 piece.
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Skip Fix 1978 Trans Am original owner 10.99 @ 124 pump gas 455 E heads, NO Bird ever! 1981 Black SE Trans Am stockish 6X 400ci, turbo 301 on a stand 1965 GTO 4 barrel 3 speed project 2004 GTO Pulse Red stock motor computer tune 13.43@103.4 1964 Impala SS 409/470ci 600 HP stroker project 1979 Camaro IAII Edelbrock head 500" 695 HP 10.33@132 3595lbs |
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I want to slide the rubber part out and keep my arms with the wings. Will they slide out?
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1965 GTO 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed Johnny |
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That's how you typically replaced blades back in the day - just replacing the rubbers. At the very end of the blade their is a little "clip" - squeeze in and the actual rubber blade will slide out. Hard to see in this photo, but the clip is on the bottom. |
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I've typically just bought the rubber replacements for my cars as I still have the original shiny stainless holders in the 64's and the 66, but I'll use the brush finished ones on my '67 as is.
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I bought some of the blades today at O'Reilys. I see they will slide out. Andre, where do you buy the rubber replacements?
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1965 GTO 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed Johnny |
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I bought my GM replacements for GM, LOL. Ya I know they are probably not available anymore. Just the rubber parts for my stock shiny stainless metal blades. Can supply the part number if anybody wants but I'm pretty sure they are no longer available.
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Any DECENT auto parts store that handles Anco or Trico should be able to get them. They may not stock them, but Anco and Trico make them.
Here's a link for Anco units for a '64 GTO on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=automotiv...dp_lf_ladp_1_4 |
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Problem with mine is one side is missing one end where the red button is.
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Skip Fix 1978 Trans Am original owner 10.99 @ 124 pump gas 455 E heads, NO Bird ever! 1981 Black SE Trans Am stockish 6X 400ci, turbo 301 on a stand 1965 GTO 4 barrel 3 speed project 2004 GTO Pulse Red stock motor computer tune 13.43@103.4 1964 Impala SS 409/470ci 600 HP stroker project 1979 Camaro IAII Edelbrock head 500" 695 HP 10.33@132 3595lbs |
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So where the winged ones factory or just a replacement?
My '04 GTO the factory arms had a wing on the driver's side.
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Skip Fix 1978 Trans Am original owner 10.99 @ 124 pump gas 455 E heads, NO Bird ever! 1981 Black SE Trans Am stockish 6X 400ci, turbo 301 on a stand 1965 GTO 4 barrel 3 speed project 2004 GTO Pulse Red stock motor computer tune 13.43@103.4 1964 Impala SS 409/470ci 600 HP stroker project 1979 Camaro IAII Edelbrock head 500" 695 HP 10.33@132 3595lbs |
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