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nikm7 · 10-22-2007, 09:50 AM

I can't get the dash out of my truck. Does anyone know if I have to take the windshield out. Seem to be the only thing holding the dash in the truck.

myoldchevytruck · 10-22-2007, 10:10 AM

I was going to take mine out also because I wanted easier access to the rear of the firewall. Although, there are a few bolts on each side - It still is tach welded as you have found out.

I inquired once before and I was told that the easiest way to remove the dash was to take the dash pad off and where you see the oval holes, carefully cut across (horizontally) the holes until the dash comes loose. I would recommend loosen the bolts but don't remove them so the dash does not fall out on you.

To install, reverse the process and tack weld where you have cut. The dash pad will cover any imperfections.

Good Luck

Harry

nikm7 · 10-22-2007, 10:21 AM

Thanks!!! I will try that.

myoldchevytruck · 10-22-2007, 10:23 AM

Remember, only the front will come off not the top

nikm7 · 10-22-2007, 10:28 AM

I see what you mean. I am looking at a picture of it right now. Sure would be nice to get the top off 2. Maybe removing the windshield wouldn't be a bad idea. It would allow me better access to the top of the dash.

swamp rat · 10-22-2007, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nikm7

I can't get the dash out of my truck. Does anyone know if I have to take the windshield out. Seem to be the only thing holding the dash in the truck.

EDIT--- I thought you were refering to the dash pad so I removed my reply

myoldchevytruck · 10-22-2007, 10:46 AM

Unfortunatly, your probably right about the windshield. Any other way, the windshield will probably crack. Try to PM mr48chev, he seems to be very knowledgable. He may have another solution, if any. He usually replies late at night.

Harry

mvfd70 · 10-22-2007, 11:15 AM

I had a 72 parts truck that I removed the dash on. There are bolts on both sides holding the front on. The top is welded around where the windshield goes. Not gonna get it out easily. I had to use a grinder with a cutting wheel to get it out.

10-22-2007, 09:50 AM	#1
nikm7 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Santa Fe Posts: 8	72' Dash problems I can't get the dash out of my truck. Does anyone know if I have to take the windshield out. Seem to be the only thing holding the dash in the truck.

10-22-2007, 10:10 AM	#2
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: 72' Dash problems I was going to take mine out also because I wanted easier access to the rear of the firewall. Although, there are a few bolts on each side - It still is tach welded as you have found out. I inquired once before and I was told that the easiest way to remove the dash was to take the dash pad off and where you see the oval holes, carefully cut across (horizontally) the holes until the dash comes loose. I would recommend loosen the bolts but don't remove them so the dash does not fall out on you. To install, reverse the process and tack weld where you have cut. The dash pad will cover any imperfections. Good Luck Harry __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

10-22-2007, 10:21 AM	#3
nikm7 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Santa Fe Posts: 8	Re: 72' Dash problems Thanks!!! I will try that.

10-22-2007, 10:23 AM	#4
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: 72' Dash problems Remember, only the front will come off not the top __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

10-22-2007, 10:28 AM	#5
nikm7 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Santa Fe Posts: 8	Re: 72' Dash problems I see what you mean. I am looking at a picture of it right now. Sure would be nice to get the top off 2. Maybe removing the windshield wouldn't be a bad idea. It would allow me better access to the top of the dash.

10-22-2007, 10:46 AM	#7
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: 72' Dash problems Unfortunatly, your probably right about the windshield. Any other way, the windshield will probably crack. Try to PM mr48chev, he seems to be very knowledgable. He may have another solution, if any. He usually replies late at night. Harry __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

10-22-2007, 11:15 AM	#8
mvfd70 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Opdyke, IL Posts: 775	Re: 72' Dash problems I had a 72 parts truck that I removed the dash on. There are bolts on both sides holding the front on. The top is welded around where the windshield goes. Not gonna get it out easily. I had to use a grinder with a cutting wheel to get it out. __________________ 1978 Chevrolet Silverado 3/4 ton 400 small block. 2000 F-250 Powerstroke 2002 GMC Yukon Denali XL



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