1956 Ford F100
Here’s a sneak peek at the RainGear Wiper System in action — not installed yet, just bench testing before it goes into a 1956 Ford F100.
Strong motor, and this setup delivers smooth, reliable motion every time. Can’t wait to see this set up in the truck!
Check out the motion – modern performance for a true classic.
RainGear Wipers - '57 Chevy
The mid-50’s Chevys are great cars, aren’t they? Except for the darned wiper system! GM’s cable and spool experiment lasted just long enough for their designers to realize that it didn’t work. Chevy owners have had to put up with the stretched and broken cables for forty years — BUT NO LONGER! Our RainGear line solves this problem for 1953-57 Chevy cars and 1953-62 Chevy Corvettes.
We also manufacture systems for 1947-1959 Chevy/GMC trucks, 1948-56 Ford trucks and early Carmaro/Firebird/Novas. While these vehicles did not use the cable and spool system, often the original system is worn out or in the case of a project vehicle, missing entirely. Our system will replace the sometimes hard to find original parts with a modern alternative.
The RainGear wiper system is a rugged, time tested and proven, lever and link windshield wiper system. It is specifically designed to completely replace the original factory wiper system.
Because RainGear systems fits entirely under the dash, you can remove the old firewall mounted motor entirely. This will free up engine compartment room for that big block motor or give more clearance for an HEI distributor. Or you can leave the old wiper motor in for authenticity.
The exterior uses the original arms, blades and trim. Both the standard and intermittent switches can use the original knob and information bezel, again retaining perfect authenticity. In fact, no one will know you have the RainGear system installed, except that when it rains others will be struggling to see out their windshield while you will clearly see the road ahead.
Specifications:
- 12 volt, 5 amp, 2 speed electric motor.
- Heavy duty brackets, links and wiper towers.
- Weather-sealed electrical parts.
- No drilling! Uses stock mounting points.
- Uses original arms, blades, trim, knob and bezel.
- Optional intermittent switch.
- Optional washer unit.
- Fully guaranteed.
- Includes comprehensive, illustrated installation instructions.
- Made in the USA with top quality materials.
Installation Tip
Tech Tip for Tri-Five Chevy Owners!
If you're working on a 1955 or 1956 Chevrolet and it is equipped with a hydraulic clutch, here's a
key modification you'll need to make:
The wiper motor must be relocated to make room for the hydraulic setup. View pictures to modify the frame of the motor support.
Be sure to reinstall the drive arm in the same position it was in before removing the motor - this ensures proper wiper function once everything is back in place.
Just a heads-up for anyone tackling this mod – it's a small detail that makes a big difference!