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Lucas Wiper Motors Restoration

Overview

These are 12 volt, DC motor/gear box units that operate the windscreen wipers. Early models were attached to the windscreen and later ones installed under the bonnet, sometimes attached to the firewall. The photos show several different restored Lucas motors.

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Photographs

Lucas Wiper Motor CW Lucas Wiper Motor CW Lucas Wiper Motor CRT
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Model CW
Mounts on windscreen.
1934-1954.

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Model CW
Mounts on windscreen.
1934-1954.

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Model CRT
Mounts on firewall under bonnet (hood).
1954-1960.

Lucas Wiper Motor DR2 Lucas Wiper Motor DR3
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Model DR2
Mounts under bonnet.
1960-1980.

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Model DR3
Mounts under bonnet.
1960-1980.

 

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Troubleshooting

If the motor runs intermittently, slowly or not at all there could be several reasons. There may be a loose electrical connection or blown fuse. The brushes in the motor have worn out. The motor bearings need lubricating. THe grease in the gear box has stiffened.

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Restoration

We completely disassemble the motor, clean all restorable parts and replace those worn out. The body is refinished with an appropriate color. Entire unit is then reassembled, lubricated and bench tested.

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More Information

For more information about Lucas wiper motors restorations, please contact us at:

E. Lawrie Rhoads
7 Knollwood Road
Medfield, MA 02052-2703

Telephone: (508) 359-2077
Email: info@british-car-part-restoration.com

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