Wdl1965

Installing a Detroit speed wiper switch and running into a problem on clearance with the dash support. Other than cutting the support completely in half I cannot think of a way to get it to clear. Has anyone done this with success? I have already cut a notch out but still not enough, any more and it will be just removing a section all together in the brace.

sunflower 1972

I think you'll get a better response if you post your question in the C1 - C2 section.

Mooser

Looks like a C3 dash to me...
M

Mooser

My first though was could the switch be installed the other way around? (upside down to your picture)

Second thought would be to loose the nut and re-index the switch in the bracket, if it's possible, to get it into a better spot

Then I'd call DP and see why you need to cut the crap out of your dash...
M

sunflower 1972

His profile states 65.

Mooser

True, but that's a C3 dash, just look at that thin spot waiting to break
M

sunflower 1972

You're right, I did not notice.

C3 Stroker

See Fig. 10 in Detroit Speed Install instructions......
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sour...HvC-o260MRy7qE

Mooser

Well i'll be damned, you have to cut the crap out of the brace...
DS has some really neat stuff, I would have thought they could have come up with a better solution than that.
M

charlesshapiro007

Let me tell you, I ground down the brace support under the dash of my 1969 Corvette. I didn't like it but, I did. Installed everything and found out that Detroit speed has a deficient wiper switch for a 69'. I am still waiting. 2 months now! One of the worst experiences I have had in a long time. Detroit Speed is awaiting for there technicians to come up with a "NEW" switch that does not have problems. I would highly recommend Not going through this expense.

4-vettes

No worries, I have a 77. 77's have there own wonderful wiper switch !

Wdl1965

Thank you everyone - this is on a 69 vette. We got a hold of DP and they confirmed they sent me the Wrong switch and resending the correct one. As always, I appreciate all the responses from the vette community!

wes

charlesshapiro007

Good for you! I am still waiting 2 1/2 months later. DS sent me a switch and it was the wrong one.
Please let us know what happens.
Charlie