1961 windshield wash system

[Leonard J.]

how to check out 1961 windshield washer system that is all in place but not working ?

[Terry D.]

Re: 1961 windshield wash system

I'll give it a shot till someone with more knowledge than me chimes in. First thing I would do is disconnect one hose at a time and blow through it to make sure there is no blockage. Also check to make sure no lines are cracked and leaking air. Then check to make sure the washer is being activated when you turn it on. The persons you want to talk to are Tom or Jay Maxwell at Capital Auto Restoration, they are the experts, there numbers are 301-948-9481 or 301-948-9482

[Leonard J.]

Re: 1961 windshield wash system

Thanks for reply. All new lines, push to operate switch OK,wipers turn on. looking for info small vacuum pump CFM size to operate without
running engine info washer pump.

[John F.]

Re: 1961 windshield wash system

Leonard, My last 62 sat for 20 years before I purchased. I blew out the lines as indicated above, cleaned the tank, wiped off the pump, and filled with distilled water. It didn't work for about a year. I went to have the car judged in Austin and "walla" it started working.

[Frank D.]

Re: 1961 windshield wash system

Here is some basic troubleshooting info....beyond this its a job for Tom Maxwell of Capitol Restorations.... Our cars have the Nu-Matic Hydrostatic pumps (what a mouthful).