1st gen windshield washer

Is the 1st gen windshield washer hose supposed to have a check valve or something to keep the pump wet?

Mine works fine after its been primed but looses the prime after a day or so and then won't draw the fluid from the bag until I prime it again.

whats missing, what do I need here?

M1D

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Is that the pump I should have? that looks like it attaches to the windshield wiper motor? My WW motor is a two speed but has no previsions for a pump attachment. The pump I have is a small motorized rotary pump inline on the hose from the bag. however it clips into a clip that is attached to the body and it looks original but maybe it isn't?

like this one


M1D

The problem is the pump wont stay primed, There was a check valve in the line but the WW fluid attacked the diaphragm and it stopped working. Probably because it was made for air and not ammonia based washer fluid. I cant find a good check valve anywhere.

M1D

I love those old footpumps. Had one on an old Dodge GT. Seem to be hard to find.

Am hoping for somebody to come out with a really simple and sturdy vehicle with foot pumps, window cranks and few if any electronic gizmos. Oops, I have one already-my ChevyVan!