Neil220 Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 I have a Brooklands screen on my car but still have the wiper motor assembly and spindles.I'm thinking of removing them. Can I do this without removing the dash? Just get to it from the passenger football?[2] Does anyone know if I will be left with oval or round holes in the scuttle?It's a 1996 car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted April 29, 2023 Member Share Posted April 29, 2023 Daniel French's guide, with photos.Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted April 29, 2023 Author Share Posted April 29, 2023 Thank you Jonathan, That's very detailed. I found another article that implies some cars had round holes and others oval, so I'd like to know if this depends on the age of the car or possibly a difference in the components fitted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrightpayne Posted April 30, 2023 Share Posted April 30, 2023 You could always remove one of the spindle nuts and the wedge shaped plastic collar and have a look. The only way really to know for sure.I'd put a bit of plusgas / WD40 / GT85 on the nut overnight - the components seem to be diecast ally and prone to corrosion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Blandin Posted April 30, 2023 Share Posted April 30, 2023 You will be amazed just how much that lot weighs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted April 30, 2023 Author Share Posted April 30, 2023 Good suggestion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldAndrewE Posted April 30, 2023 Share Posted April 30, 2023 Classic Mini 8B12396 - Mini Spares Onlne ShopOne source of blanking plugs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted May 1, 2023 Author Share Posted May 1, 2023 Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eric Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 and if you decide to fit the windscreen , the side screen and the hood half or not for traveling , you will regret it at the end .... A diet will help you to loose 2 kg with the same result .... You can also buy low weight wheels and tyre ... Sorry for this different point of view . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Here is a pick of it in situ that I took during my strip down (1999 car). I reckon it would be a massive PITA (if not impossible) to get out without removing the scuttle: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted May 6, 2023 Author Share Posted May 6, 2023 I have a Brooklands screen, so that's the reason for removing the wiper motor and mechanism Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted May 6, 2023 Author Share Posted May 6, 2023 ThanksThat's very helpful to see.The link that Jonathan posted earlier gives good details of how to remove it without having to remove the scuttlehttp://www.caterhamr500.co.uk/2016/03/wiper-motor-removal-with-guide.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Just an FYI, you may also find that the tube is zip tied to the wiring loom at various points along it's length. I removed my dash / wiring / wiper motor as one. Hopefully this pic shows what I mean:I also had oval holes in my old scuttle and round ones in the new scuttle...Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottR400D Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 #11 I guess you only use on track? Nothing worse than a 'Brooklands' or aero screen on the road IMO and E. Much preferable for me to have both a proper screen and aero and swap between as needed. I wouldn't make any hard to reverse changes until you're 100% sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted May 6, 2023 Author Share Posted May 6, 2023 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted May 6, 2023 Author Share Posted May 6, 2023 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted May 6, 2023 Author Share Posted May 6, 2023 #13 JPGood information, thank you.#14 ScottR400DRoad use only.I've had the car 2 years and my previous car with an aeroscreen for 11.I don't like the buffering you get with a windscreen personally unless you have the doors on.I prefer no screen with ½ doors."Each to their own" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 I rather like the look of the Brooklands screens and I have been considering ditching the windscreen for some time, but do you end up having to wear a lid whenever you drive if you have Brooklands? Not sure I want that for me or my passengers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottR400D Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 #17 Fair enough as long as you know what you're in for. As you say each to their own. I just can't see any benefit whatsoever of an aeroscreen on the road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toby S Posted May 9, 2023 Share Posted May 9, 2023 Bit late to this one - sorryI have a 1992 car with brooklands and removed the wiper motor some time ago.Oval/Lozenge shaped holes in scuttleDropped spindles down through holes and then managed to pull the whole assembly through without removing the scuttle once disconnecting the wiper motor from its cradle- need to do it slowly push/pulling it away from the wiring as it gets caught but it came out reasonably OK - certainly have had fiddlier jobs.I agree with previous comment - you'll be surprised how heavy the motor is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted May 10, 2023 Author Share Posted May 10, 2023 #18I wear wrap around cycling glasses or goggles for "gentle" short journeys but an open face helmet with a bubble visor for any longer trips. I don't want stones or even insects at speed in my face.It also protects the ears from noise and buffering.I have a Brooklands screen with 1/2 doors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now