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Elephanthead · 12-30-2008, 02:47 PM

67 glove box is stuck shut, I assume there is no lock, how do I get it open? I have tried hammering the button in and trying to pry with a screw driver, are there any other tricks. I am waiting for my tires to get to me before I get back to working on the wobble of doom and though I would work on some less important things.

**LockDoc** · 12-30-2008, 04:02 PM

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Not sure what you mean by "I assume there is no lock". If there is no key hole in the button then there is no lock, just the latch. When you push the latch button it retracts the lock bolt and the door opens. There are a couple of things that can happen, one is that the cam inside the latch that pulls the lock bolt down can break and the other major problem is that the lock bolt rubs on the striker (the piece that is screwed to the dash inside the glove box) until it wears a groove in it that is deep enough that it won't let the lock bolt retract. Did you try pushing in on the glove door then pushing the button? If it wasn't physically broken before you hammered on it it may be now.... If there isn't a glove box liner in it you can get underneath the dash and take out the screw that holds the latch assembly in the door.

LockDoc

66skylarkpost · 12-30-2008, 04:11 PM

dont go prying and beating on the dash .even if the glove box liner is there ,cut it . its cheaper and cleaner to remove the latch from the backside under the dash than fixing damage . these trucks always need a new liner anyways every now and then . obviously the latch is just seized . you can remove the latch sleeve with just one screw on the back of the door or remove the latch plate on the dash which has two screws . once you get the liner out its real easy to get to

Elephanthead · 12-30-2008, 04:22 PM

This is a work truck, not a pretty boy truck, it is not concerned with dents and scratches, but I need a spot to put my registration. I think I need a bigger hammer! I will resort to unscrewing from behind if that doesn't persuade it that I mean business.

big_al_71 · 12-30-2008, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elephanthead

This is a work truck, not a pretty boy truck, it is not concerned with dents and scratches, but I need a spot to put my registration. I think I need a bigger hammer! I will resort to unscrewing from behind if that doesn't persuade it that I mean business.

in that case I would just put a tourch to that door then make my own j/k

**LockDoc** · 12-30-2008, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elephanthead

This is a work truck, not a pretty boy truck, it is not concerned with dents and scratches, but I need a spot to put my registration. I think I need a bigger hammer! I will resort to unscrewing from behind if that doesn't persuade it that I mean business.

Then just put a prybar under the edge of the door by the latch and pry it open. it will break the lock bolt, then you can put a new latch in it....

LockDoc

71tahoe · 12-30-2008, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elephanthead

This is a work truck, not a pretty boy truck, it is not concerned with dents and scratches, but I need a spot to put my registration. I think I need a bigger hammer! I will resort to unscrewing from behind if that doesn't persuade it that I mean business.

How about a pouch attached to the visor? The pouch will close after you hammer/pry on it

Elephanthead · 12-30-2008, 05:31 PM

The visors are long gone! Oh how I wish I had visors! Then I could leave the glove box unmolested!

cdowns · 12-30-2008, 05:59 PM

try pushing down on the top edge of the glovebox while working the button,doesnt hurt to spray some lube in the button either// or from underneathcut the cardboard liner would b my next try

71tahoe · 12-30-2008, 06:06 PM

It's Christmas, what color you want, red or green? (I think the flanges on the green are 100% intact. red??) I'm in Bloomington Monday or will you need a latch by then?

Elephanthead · 12-30-2008, 06:24 PM

I am laminating the registration and bolting it to the back bumper instead, that way the cops can just mail me the fix it tickets! Thanks for the offer, I am trying to be amusing, but I do appreciate the offer for the visor and the suggestions and will be trying to get the box open tonight. Work is very boring this week.

71tahoe · 12-30-2008, 08:03 PM

No problem. Good luck with the latch. I've never had that problem. Mine always spontaneously opened whenever it felt like it.

12-30-2008, 02:47 PM	#1
Elephanthead Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 187	Glovebox 67 glove box is stuck shut, I assume there is no lock, how do I get it open? I have tried hammering the button in and trying to pry with a screw driver, are there any other tricks. I am waiting for my tires to get to me before I get back to working on the wobble of doom and though I would work on some less important things.

12-30-2008, 04:02 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,648	Re: Glovebox - Not sure what you mean by "I assume there is no lock". If there is no key hole in the button then there is no lock, just the latch. When you push the latch button it retracts the lock bolt and the door opens. There are a couple of things that can happen, one is that the cam inside the latch that pulls the lock bolt down can break and the other major problem is that the lock bolt rubs on the striker (the piece that is screwed to the dash inside the glove box) until it wears a groove in it that is deep enough that it won't let the lock bolt retract. Did you try pushing in on the glove door then pushing the button? If it wasn't physically broken before you hammered on it it may be now.... If there isn't a glove box liner in it you can get underneath the dash and take out the screw that holds the latch assembly in the door. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

12-30-2008, 04:11 PM	#3
66skylarkpost Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: kearney,nebraska Posts: 443	Re: Glovebox dont go prying and beating on the dash .even if the glove box liner is there ,cut it . its cheaper and cleaner to remove the latch from the backside under the dash than fixing damage . these trucks always need a new liner anyways every now and then . obviously the latch is just seized . you can remove the latch sleeve with just one screw on the back of the door or remove the latch plate on the dash which has two screws . once you get the liner out its real easy to get to __________________ '70 k-10 longbox- mid 70's drivetrain 350/350 487x heads 10.1:1 flowmasters ,35's 3.73's auburn posi ,rear shackle flip. '72 short stepside U.S. forestry truck, '73 455 buick,400 turbo,dropped 2"-4 1/4" ,3.07 posi,:'89 silverado 1500 ,OK truck ,5.7 holley tbi ,trick 700r4 3.07 auburn posi ,and my '66 skylark ,'73 centurion and my '84 monte carlo imca stock car

12-30-2008, 04:22 PM	#4
Elephanthead Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 187	Re: Glovebox This is a work truck, not a pretty boy truck, it is not concerned with dents and scratches, but I need a spot to put my registration. I think I need a bigger hammer! I will resort to unscrewing from behind if that doesn't persuade it that I mean business.

12-30-2008, 05:31 PM	#8
Elephanthead Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 187	Re: Glovebox The visors are long gone! Oh how I wish I had visors! Then I could leave the glove box unmolested!

12-30-2008, 05:59 PM	#9
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Glovebox try pushing down on the top edge of the glovebox while working the button,doesnt hurt to spray some lube in the button either// or from underneathcut the cardboard liner would b my next try __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

12-30-2008, 06:06 PM	#10
71tahoe Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jonesboro, AR Posts: 916	Re: Glovebox It's Christmas, what color you want, red or green? (I think the flanges on the green are 100% intact. red??) I'm in Bloomington Monday or will you need a latch by then?

12-30-2008, 06:24 PM	#11
Elephanthead Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 187	Re: Glovebox I am laminating the registration and bolting it to the back bumper instead, that way the cops can just mail me the fix it tickets! Thanks for the offer, I am trying to be amusing, but I do appreciate the offer for the visor and the suggestions and will be trying to get the box open tonight. Work is very boring this week.

12-30-2008, 08:03 PM	#12
71tahoe Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jonesboro, AR Posts: 916	Re: Glovebox No problem. Good luck with the latch. I've never had that problem. Mine always spontaneously opened whenever it felt like it.

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