Windshield Wiper Bracket Removal?

[Palantirion]

I am removing the front windshield from my '64 Avanti and the shop manual says I should first remove the wipers arms and/or assemblies. But doesn't tell me how. Anyone know how?

[Gunslinger]

You need a wiper arm removal tool...they're not expensive or you may be able to rent or borrow one from a NAPA, Pep Boys, etc. Basically one end slips under the base of the arm, then you turn a knob that forces the arm up and off the knurled pivot. They're similar to a C-clamp but more specialized in design.

[mfg]

A Gunslinger said, remove the wiper arms. Then all that remains to be removed are the L&R exterior stainless windshield end mouldings....The windshield can then be pushed out....pushing evenly along the inside top first.

[Palantirion]

Apparently no special tool is needed. The glass guys that arrived to pull the windshields for me (didn't want to chance breaking one) just took a dull screwdriver pick to the bottom of the wiper arm to pry one side while keeping it straight on the shaft by holding the wiper assembly. Came off in 2 seconds with no damage. I didn't realize they just slide on/off.

[Gunslinger]

For the less than $15 cost of the proper tool, I would forgo their method. It just seems too easy to damage the body otherwise. I'm sure not all all pop off so easy.

[Palantirion]

I didn't need to worry about the paint on mine this time, it's trashed. But I agree that for $15 I should have one around. Thanks for your help guys.