C2 windshield washer squirters

[Jerry G.]

My original squirters that mount in the grill have a problem. The little brass balls won't rotate so it's tought to adjust the spot where the fluid squirts onto the windshield. I have soaked them in penetrating oil and heated them gently. Still no movement. Any tricks of the trade that you've had success with? jerry

[Joe C.]

Re: C2 windshield washer squirters

Hi Jerry:

Are you sure that they are original type nozzles. You know that the reproduction nozzles are not adjustible.
By the way, how did you fare with your PV last month. I hope that we were of some help with your washer pump, but there was no response.

Best regards,
Joe

[Chuck G.]

Re: C2 windshield washer squirters

If you have access to an ultrasonic cleaner, that might help. Ask you dentist. Most dental offices use one for cleaning equipment. Chuck

[Gary S.]

Re: C2 windshield washer squirters

I had a similar problem with my 66 and I solved it by using a dental pick, with the point gently inserted into the nozzle, to very carefully and gently persuade the nozzle to move. It was a trying time because I was afraid I would break the nozzle or the point off of the pick. Once I got it loose, I used a drop of oil on the ball and then moved it around. It was still working when I sold the car two years later, although it would sometimes require assistance from the dental pick.
Gary

[John H.]

Re: C2 windshield washer squirters

My originals were stuck too, and I soaked them in PB Blaster for a couple of days until they responded to a pick.

[Brian M.]

Re: C2 windshield washer squirters

After reading this post and a similar one on the VH board I brushed mine with a brass brush and put a drop or 2 of PB Blaster on them, about an hour later I went at them with a dental pick and they moved with ease. Good luck.