Universal Windshield Washer Nozzles?

[mt_100]

Anyone know a place that sells nozzles to replace the ones on the Regal? I have the ones that mount to the wiper arms and one is missing and the other isn't that great.

Can't seem to find replacement nozzles or better ones.

['97ventureowner]

Have you tried the dealer? They may still have these in their inventory,( or if they're nice may even search other dealer's inventory in their network to see if any are available.) Other than that I have gotten replacements from my local salvage yards pretty cheap. Over the years, they can get a buildup inside the passageways limiting their performance. I've soaked some in a can with vinegar or similar cleaner (like CLR) to dissolve this buildup and return the sprayer to somewhat it's original performance. That might be an option if you can't find new replacements.

[mt_100]

I have one original one, and because of the center wiper design and low clearance of the arm it gets pulled off non stop.

['97ventureowner]

Originally Posted by mt_100

I have one original one, and because of the center wiper design and low clearance of the arm it gets pulled off non stop.

Hmm, I wonder if it's because of it's age and the part is just worn out and can no longer hold onto the wiper arm? I see by your profile you live in Michigan. Winters are also hard on these parts and they get affected by clearing snow off the car, the freezing temps in the winter and hot summers, plus the sun's UV rays deteriorate the plastic. If you got over 10 years with the current ones, then perhaps finding new ones should get you through another 10+ years. Like I said earlier, try the dealer,( if they still have them, they should still be fairly inexpensive.) These were a fairly common item used on other models, so I'm sure there are some out there somewhere. Perhaps another member knows of a source or even aftermarket.
I had a friend who had a early '90s Grand Prix, and he fashioned a homemade set of nozzles for his vehicle after experiencing similar issues. He also converted some older GMs that used the metal nozzles fixed on the cowl to wiper mounted units with success. I'll try to get ahold of him to see if he knows of any sources for these nozzles new or a suitable substitute.

[stripe]

Originally Posted by '97ventureowner

Hmm, I wonder if it's because of it's age and the part is just worn out and can no longer hold onto the wiper arm? I see by your profile you live in Michigan. Winters are also hard on these parts and they get affected by clearing snow off the car, the freezing temps in the winter and hot summers, plus the sun's UV rays deteriorate the plastic. If you got over 10 years with the current ones, then perhaps finding new ones should get you through another 10+ years. Like I said earlier, try the dealer,( if they still have them, they should still be fairly inexpensive.) These were a fairly common item used on other models, so I'm sure there are some out there somewhere. Perhaps another member knows of a source or even aftermarket.
I had a friend who had a early '90s Grand Prix, and he fashioned a homemade set of nozzles for his vehicle after experiencing similar issues. He also converted some older GMs that used the metal nozzles fixed on the cowl to wiper mounted units with success. I'll try to get ahold of him to see if he knows of any sources for these nozzles new or a suitable substitute.

$40.00 for them. at GM dealer. I just bought qne I don't need.

Cheers
Stripe

['97ventureowner]

lso see www.rockauto.com has them. They are Dorman brand Part # 47136 at $10.87.

[mt_100]

Perfect! I'll just find a way to mount them better and they should work fine.

Thank you!