wiper linkage arm fitment

exile uk said

ive just bought some 12" slip joint pliers,ill pick em up later,ill try them with socket on back,seat removed.If thats no good ill remove dash n glove box,ive had no leaks so ill leave them as im in UK and id need to order them and wait a while.If them bushings were pliable it would be easy but mine are solid,no wonder theyre cheap

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I've used these. If you try to force them on with a pair of slip joint pliars, you will break them. (ask me how I know lol ! )

As 4Speed suggested , put them in hot water , install them then use a spray silicone based lubricant on them. As Halifax shops suggested, do the pivot gaskets. I also installed the grease nipples at this time as well. It's a ***** of a job that you only want to do once so do it right!