Driver Side Windscreen Wiper Arm
SKU:
80355900
$145.00
- Type: This part number refers to the complete mechanical arm located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, which connects the wiper motor linkage to the wiper blade. It is specifically designed for the left-hand side of the windshield as viewed from the driver’s seat.
- Function: The primary functions of the driver side windscreen wiper arm are crucial for effective windshield clearing and driver visibility:
- Blade Support: Provides a rigid and stable mount for the wiper blade, ensuring it remains in contact with the windshield surface.
- Motion Transfer: Transmits the oscillating motion from the wiper motor and linkage to the wiper blade, moving it across the windshield.
- Pressure Application: Contains an integrated spring mechanism that applies consistent downward pressure to the wiper blade, ensuring optimal contact with the glass for streak-free wiping.
- Aerodynamic Design: Often designed with an aerodynamic profile to minimize lift and maintain blade contact at higher speeds.
- Components: The wiper arm assembly typically includes the main arm structure, the pivot point/mounting spline that attaches to the wiper motor shaft, the articulated joint for the wiper blade attachment, and the internal spring mechanism. It does not include the wiper blade itself, the wiper motor, or the motor linkage.
- Location: Mounted on the cowl panel at the base of the windshield on the driver’s side, attached to the external shaft of the wiper motor’s linkage.
- Material: Primarily constructed from durable metals such as steel or aluminum, often painted or coated in a matte black finish for corrosion resistance and aesthetic integration with the vehicle’s exterior.
- Design: Precisely engineered in terms of length, sweep angle, and spring tension to match the specific curvature and dimensions of the Maserati GranCabrio and GranTurismo windshields, ensuring optimal wiping performance and even pressure distribution.
Windscreen Wiper Blade Set Assembly
SKU:
80065800
$458.00
- Type: This part number refers to a complete set of windscreen wiper blades, typically including both the driver’s side and passenger’s side wiper blades, designed for direct replacement on the original wiper arms. These are specialized blades engineered to fit the specific curvature and dimensions of the Maserati GranCabrio and GranTurismo windshields.
- Function: The primary function of the windscreen wiper set assembly is critical for driving safety and visibility in adverse weather conditions:
- Clear Visibility: Efficiently removes rain, snow, sleet, dirt, and debris from the windshield surface, ensuring a clear and unobstructed view for the driver.
- Optimal Contact: Designed to maintain consistent pressure and optimal contact across the entire windshield, providing streak-free wiping.
- Reduced Noise: Engineered for quiet operation, minimizing squeaking or chattering during use.
- Components: The set typically includes two individual wiper blades (one for the driver’s side, one for the passenger’s side), complete with their integrated aerodynamic frames and rubber wiping elements. They feature the specific attachment mechanism required for the GranCabrio and GranTurismo wiper arms. It does not include the wiper arms themselves or the wiper motor.
- Location: Mounted on the exterior of the vehicle, attached to the wiper arms that pivot across the front windshield.
- Material: Consists of a durable steel or composite frame, often with an aerodynamic spoiler, and a high-quality, long-lasting rubber or silicone wiping element. The rubber compound is specifically formulated to withstand UV exposure, temperature extremes, and various contaminants.
- Design: Precisely contoured and sized to match the unique curvature and dimensions of the Maserati GranCabrio and GranTurismo windshields, ensuring maximum contact area and efficient wiping performance at all speeds.