Corvette Wiper Motor Restoration Services
Thank you for checking out our wiper motor services. You have come to the right place! Corvette windshield wiper motor restoration is right up our alley. When we receive your windshield wiper motor, it is restored right in our shop. We do not exchange it or send it elsewhere to have the service performed. This is a good question to ask if you’re considering other restorers!
We have decades of experience! For almost 30 years Corvette Specialties of MD West has offered the three levels of restoration described below. We published these descriptions in our literature and on our web site soon after. If you look at other sites offering wiper motor restoration, their wording and descriptions are often the same as ours, sometimes word for word. We consider it flattery that others have used our descriptions and offer the same service variations, but we assure you they don’t offer the same quality we do!
See below for more information and general pricing for our Wiper Motor Restoration Services by year:
t is why we say: “Often imitated, never duplicated”
1955-1962 Corvette Wiper Motors
1958-1962 early #5044266 Corvette Wiper Motor
- Type 1 Restoration: $180.00 Base Labor*
- Great for non-judged “driver” cars!
- Includes complete disassembly, cleaning, and testing. We will also service the switch, armature, etc.
- All aluminum surfaces are restored to original appearance.
- Parts that were originally cadmium plated are painted to resemble their original appearance.
- Reassembly motor with new/re-plated hardware.
- Type 2 Restoration: $210.00 Base Labor*
- Complete rebuild as Type 1 Restoration.
- We also re-plate some of the parts that were originally cadmium plated. The end housing is painted to resemble the original cadmium appearance.
- Type 3 Restoration: $250.00 Base Labor*
- Our show car special, correct for judging!
- Complete rebuild as Type 2 Restoration.
- Install a new actuator, if needed.
- We also re-plate the end housing with cadmium, as original.
- *Additional parts or repairs extra on all motors.
- We always try to reuse as many original parts as possible, replacing only when necessary.
- We will do our best to contact you prior to completing any extra work that will significantly increase the cost of your restoration.
- Motors that have been blasted or are severely weathered/pitted may require extra labor. We do what we can, but some may not be restorable to like-new appearance.
- For 1958-1962 wiper motors equipped with a washer pump vacuum coordinator, we will clean the coordinator at no additional charge. If your coordinator needs to be functional, please specify on our Restoration Order Form. Additional charges apply as there is a limited supply of NOS coordinators available.
Be sure to check out the packaging and shipping tips at the bottom of this page!
1962 Corvette #5044479 wiper motor with washer equipment.
Pictured above is an NOS 1962 Corvette part #5044479 motor from our inventory. Note that the plated parts do not look like a shiny new trash can like some other rebuilders’ motors!
Drag the sliders to see before and after
1963-1967 Corvette Wiper Motors
1965-1967 #5044602 Corvette Wiper Motor
- Type 1 Restoration: $190.00 Base Labor*
- Perfect for “driver” cars that will not be judged!
- Includes complete disassembly, cleaning, and testing. We service the switch, armature, pump assembly, etc.
- New foam firewall seal installed.
- New white washer valve kit installed.
- +$18.00 New Washer Pump Bellows Kit installed, if needed.
- All aluminum surfaces are restored to original appearance.
- Parts that were originally cadmium plated are painted to resemble their original appearance.
- Original or new re-plated hardware with original head markings are used throughout.
- Type 2 Restoration: $245.00 Base Labor*
- Complete rebuild as Type 1 Restoration.
- New foam firewall seal installed.
- New white washer valve kit installed.
- New Washer Pump Bellows Kit installed, if needed. This is an excellent value!
- We also re-plate some of the parts that were originally cadmium plated. The end housing is painted to resemble the original cadmium appearance.
- Original or new re-plated hardware with original head markings are used throughout.
- Type 3 Restoration: $280.00 Base Labor*Our show car special, correct for judging!
- Complete rebuild as Type 2 Restoration.
- New foam firewall seal installed.
- New Washer Pump Kit installed, if needed.
- We also re-plate the end housing with cadmium, as original.
- 63-64 Owners: We use the correct semi-transparent washer pump nozzles. Additional cost may apply.
- 65-67 Owners: Now included at no additional charge, our new, correct “off white” Washer Valve Kit!
- *Additional parts or repairs extra on all motors.
- We always try to reuse as many original parts as possible, replacing only when necessary.
- Some examples of extra parts/services include field repair, wiring replacement, main gear replacement, etc.
- We will do our best to contact you prior to completing any extra work that will significantly increase the cost of your restoration.
- Motors that have been blasted or are severely weathered/pitted may require extra labor. We do what we can, but some may not be restorable to like-new appearance.
Be sure to check out the packaging and shipping tips at the bottom of this page!
Restored 1965-1967 5044602 wiper motor.
Before and after “survivor” restoration on a nice original 1964 5044518 wiper motor.
This is what you do NOT want in a “restored” wiper motor:
The wiper motor below was received from a customer who sent his original 1957 #5047991 wiper motor to another rebuilder. He received a different motor with an incorrect main case that has a weep hole like 5044266 and 5044479 1958-1962 motors. Bright zinc plating was used on the front cover and end cap. Incorrect screws were used in the end cap (they should be rivets). Even the metal actuator clip was installed incorrectly. It is unfortunate that some owners receive their motor from other rebuilders with bright zinc plated parts on an aluminum case that appears sandblasted. Pictures do not show how improperly restored these motors really are! GM never produced wiper motors that look like this. Many different sources are available for Corvette Wiper Motor Restoration. Corvette Specialties of MD West is your Restoration Leader. Send your wiper motor to us and have it restored properly!
This is what happens when the do-it-yourself guy attempts to tape off openings and glass bead a wiper motor to “clean it up”. Must be fully disassembled to restore the motor.
1968-1982 Corvette Wiper Motors
Unfortunately, Corvette Specialties of MD West no longer services 1968-1982 Corvette Wiper Motors.
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WHEN SENDING PARTS, PLEASE BE SURE TO INCLUDE OUR RESTORATION ORDER FORM.
IMPORTANT PACKING & SHIPPING NOTES: When shipping gauges and other items for restoration, please wrap the items securely! We suggest wrapping each item in bubble wrap individually and cushioning the wrapped bundles within the box with more packaging. When shipping open-face gauges, protect the gauge face by taping the gauge face-down to a piece of cardboard and wrap with bubble wrap. Note that some pointer bases may stick up beyond the edge of the face so the cardboard may need to have a small hole to accommodate it. Be sure to fill the package completely with cushioning material, especially the corners, as any movement within the box can cause damage. We advise against using air-filled bags as they allow too much movement within the package. Insure your items for a replacement value you feel comfortable with. Please note that even if you insure your items, if the carrier determines the package was not packed properly they may dispute your damage claim.