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remist17 · 06-07-2010, 11:30 AM

yes another dash question. How do I remove the dash pad for repalcement?

Also what are the top venders to get replacement dash pads from. I am depaiting to get a vinyl cover or replacement pad.

85Bowtie · 06-07-2010, 11:59 AM

You remove the bolts from IIRC the bottom of the dash and there might be a screw in the side. Then it pops out. There's almost like spring clips on the front where it hooks into the dash frame. I haven't looked at mine in awhile, it's in peices, but it unbolts then pops off.

One thing you might want to get a price on is having an upholstery shop put a new skin and padding on. Might be cheaper than buying one new and should look just as good. I had one of those covers on and it was ok, but in the long run it just wasn't as good.

RandyP · 06-07-2010, 12:17 PM

Remove the instrument panel bezel, 4 bolt/screws along the bottom edge (above ashtray area and glove box) and one phillips screw on the passenger edge where the door closes up on it. Only thing then is the flexible duct on the far passenger side vent, slides right off.
If you replace it you'll have to transfer the trim, just some speed nuts on the back side. Might be worth having a trim shop look at once you get it removed, but I have no personal experience trying to get one recovered, unlike seats and headliners.

remist17 · 06-07-2010, 02:57 PM

ok all thanks. Once I get the motor done I will work on the inside

06-07-2010, 11:30 AM	#1
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	How do I remove the dash yes another dash question. How do I remove the dash pad for repalcement? Also what are the top venders to get replacement dash pads from. I am depaiting to get a vinyl cover or replacement pad. __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops.

06-07-2010, 11:59 AM	#2
85Bowtie Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: TN Posts: 410	Re: How do I remove the dash You remove the bolts from IIRC the bottom of the dash and there might be a screw in the side. Then it pops out. There's almost like spring clips on the front where it hooks into the dash frame. I haven't looked at mine in awhile, it's in peices, but it unbolts then pops off. One thing you might want to get a price on is having an upholstery shop put a new skin and padding on. Might be cheaper than buying one new and should look just as good. I had one of those covers on and it was ok, but in the long run it just wasn't as good. __________________ '69 Dodge Charger R/T 440, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '68 Plymouth Road Runner 383, 727, 3.23 Sure Grip '89 Dodge Diplomat ex cop car 408, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '77 Dodge Monaco ex cop car 440, 727, 2.71 '79 Dodge 'Lil Red Express pickup 360, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '12 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, M6, 3.92 '85 Chevrolet C-10 SWB 2wd 305, TH350, 2.73 Last edited by 85Bowtie; 06-07-2010 at 11:59 AM.

06-07-2010, 12:17 PM	#3
RandyP Getting Old; Going Broke Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Owasso OK Posts: 2,764	Re: How do I remove the dash Remove the instrument panel bezel, 4 bolt/screws along the bottom edge (above ashtray area and glove box) and one phillips screw on the passenger edge where the door closes up on it. Only thing then is the flexible duct on the far passenger side vent, slides right off. If you replace it you'll have to transfer the trim, just some speed nuts on the back side. Might be worth having a trim shop look at once you get it removed, but I have no personal experience trying to get one recovered, unlike seats and headliners.

06-07-2010, 02:57 PM	#4
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	Re: How do I remove the dash ok all thanks. Once I get the motor done I will work on the inside __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops.



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