No scratches either. I might use mine five times a year. They don't clean perfectly, but to me it's better to have one than not.

 

It doesn't rain much in So.Cal but when it does I use it.

 

Hi

I have a working wiper motor for the HHR if you need one. That is unless you do what "Fox Hat" says -- which is what I plan to do. I already have the camera set up. It will fit exactly in the wiper hole.

I use my mirrors when in reverse and I don't like the looks of the wiper on the car. Easy to take out an leave the defroster hooked up if you want.

Boydie

 

It lifts. But after reading all the posts about it being a scratch machine, I wonder...

 

As Solman and a few oithers have stated........mine also is not scratched (after almost 8 years). I really think it comes down to providing adequate maintenance.......cleaning, assuring the rubber is still intact, proper pressure, etc......just generally proper care.

 

Alzonie

Take out the wiper. Its fairly easy and there are a number of things you can do with the hole in the hatch. Some of us, especially Panel owners, install a rear view camera. It fits perfectly. Or you can put a reflector to cover it or even wire it for an extra brake light. For right now I have a Walter Reuther medal affixed there. I haven't had the time to install my camera yet. Much to hot and humid here.

I think it looks a heck of a lot better without that obtrusive wiper there.

Boydie Back in the Saddle..........................

 

True dat!!!, and wiping the blade down each time you wash the car. And remove the wiper? That would not let me chuckle each time I use it to amuse the dog travelling in the back, with her face pressed up side the inside of the window.

 

Whopper you have me in tears thinking of the dog chasing the wiper back and forth.

 

It was the fuse. I waited a bit before posting here to make sure all stayed well, and it's been working fine for two weeks. No scratches on the window either!


On a side note, I'm really loving the vehicle. Tomorrow my wife and I are going to drive up to New York City to visit our son, so we'll have lots of time with it. First impressions include a very quiet ride and very good fuel economy. And it looks great.

 

That's great the issue is resolved, enjoy your trip and visit with your son!!