Problem with your original left arm is the pins in the swivel piece where blade attaches are worn out & the swivel part has worn oblong holes. Also may have the lower moulding missaligned (not flat enough to the windshield). Lots have same problem. As to after market never heard of ant but...
Yes top plate can come off in car , but 2 wires are soldered to switch. But also could be one of the tabs on top face of the gear may be broken. Even if small potion of either tab is broke off will not park. So may need a new gear.
Restored upper steering column Directional ,key switch & lower housings. No pitting .Painted by Mike Mancini American Muscle Car Restorations with correct original dash Black Suede PPG paint. If important all 3 pieces are 69 date code. The lower housing is almost impossible to find with no...
Restored original 71 Cuda Hood latch & bolts with all new Cad plating(no painting) If it matters has date code 232 1. $275.00 or make reasonable offer
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Restored original rear defroster (defogger) Fits 71-74 E body & 72-74 B body. .All new original plating on housings hardware, hose clamps & blower wheel as originals were , except motor cases & duct grille that were painted black. No rust or pitting. New gaskets & hose. $350.00
If wire harness...
Restored original 71 Cuda Hood latch. All new cad plating. Has some pitting on front but very sound latch. none on back Pictures always make pitting look worse.$240.00