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Old 07-08-2008, 01:39 PM   #1
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Quick Question

Im trying to remove the guage cluster on my 70 longhorn and i cant seem to figure out how to get handle loose on the "lights" switch. the wipper switch ahd a small screw holding it on, but not the one for the lights. Do i jsut keep pulling untill the handle comes off? lol. Thanks
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Old 07-08-2008, 01:44 PM   #2
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Re: Quick Question

Actually, there is a certain way to release the nob and shaft as a single unit, but I am at a loss at the moment. I'll get back if someone has not done so by then.
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Old 07-08-2008, 01:51 PM   #3
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Re: Quick Question

The set screw is only on the wiper. To get the light switch knob off you will need to reach your hand up under your dash until you can feel the top of you wiper switch that is behind the cluster. You will feel a small metal button. Push the button down and pull the light switch knob out at the same time. The knob and shaft will come out together.
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Old 07-08-2008, 02:05 PM   #4
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Old 07-08-2008, 02:18 PM   #5
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Re: Quick Question

2 notes since I just did this 4 times over the weekend between two trucks...remove/install and remove/install on the other one.

1. the button needs to be pressed when the light switch is pulled out (lights on position) - then it pulls right out.

2. be sure to plug the light switch back in when you have removed the dash - or pull the battery/fuse to prevent killing the battery.
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Old 07-08-2008, 02:48 PM   #6
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Re: Quick Question

Sorry for the hijack, but does anybody know were to get the shaft only?
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Sorry for the hijack, but does anybody know were to get the shaft only?
I may have one. Let me check, I'll send it to you no charge.
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Old 07-08-2008, 04:10 PM   #8
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I may have one. Let me check, I'll send it to you no charge.
I would appreciate that.I have been trying to find triangle rod that small but cant.
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Old 07-08-2008, 05:02 PM   #9
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Re: Quick Question

Most BB vendors carry a replacement.IIRC they only come in deluxe.
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