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**undertaker72** · 02-26-2014, 09:11 PM

cab some of you more experienced builders shed a little light , what is the best way to install a new replacement glovebox ( the cardboard unit), its like trying to fit a tuna can in a pepsi can , do I need to remove heater core , I sure didn't want that , the delapedated one came right out , from the mouth the new one dosent quite want to , any help would be grateful , this is a ac cab 1972 thanks again kevin

**Stocker** · 02-26-2014, 09:31 PM

I've done it twice.... no particular good method that I know of, just push & strain until you think you're gonna ruin it and eventually it goes in. Not one of GM's greatest designs for sure. Good luck. Have a beer or three when you're done.

Sicklajoie · 02-26-2014, 09:37 PM

I don't have an answer for you undertaker, but I will say you have a bad ass truck!

**undertaker72** · 02-26-2014, 09:43 PM

thanks for the comments I just don't want to ruin it ,maybe more beer

Andy4639 · 02-26-2014, 10:48 PM

Here is how I do mine. Look at the AC coupling for the center vent and roll it as far forward as you can.
Take the drivers side of the new insert and start at a angle into the opening. While gently pushing down on the top of the insert. Then work your way all the way around it. You may want to take the upper clasp out as well that the glove box door catches on. Then screw it back in once done.
PS did you get the cluster today?

**undertaker72** · 02-26-2014, 10:54 PM

andy, thanks for the hints , no the cluster didn't make it I just check routing , says salt lake , that meens it will be tomorrow , im just trying to get other side done so when it arrives , all new ac and defrost tubes and controls , man I still cant find the hole for the radio , where the hell does the lite plug in , I bumped it out and I fill like im reading brall anyway ill let you know thanks again kevin

Andy4639 · 02-26-2014, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by undertaker72

andy, thanks for the hints , no the cluster didn't make it I just check routing , says salt lake , that meens it will be tomorrow , im just trying to get other side done so when it arrives , all new ac and defrost tubes and controls , man I still cant find the hole for the radio , where the hell does the lite plug in , I bumped it out and I fill like im reading brall anyway ill let you know thanks again kevin

OK, cool.
Are you talking about the AC control bulbs? If so they go in the far side and the drivers side of the controller. I don't know about any radio bulbs.

**undertaker72** · 02-26-2014, 11:16 PM

heck maybe that's it I must be loosing my marbles , I seen the one pluged in and just figured the other was up in the radio , digging out all the old stuff things got moved you know how that is thanks kevin

Andy4639 · 02-26-2014, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by undertaker72

heck maybe that's it I must be loosing my marbles , I seen the one pluged in and just figured the other was up in the radio , digging out all the old stuff things got moved you know how that is thanks kevin

Been there done that!
Post some pictures when you get the cluster and everything else installed.

02-26-2014, 09:11 PM	#1
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	need a little help with glove box cab some of you more experienced builders shed a little light , what is the best way to install a new replacement glovebox ( the cardboard unit), its like trying to fit a tuna can in a pepsi can , do I need to remove heater core , I sure didn't want that , the delapedated one came right out , from the mouth the new one dosent quite want to , any help would be grateful , this is a ac cab 1972 thanks again kevin

02-26-2014, 09:31 PM	#2
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,580	Re: need a little help with glove box I've done it twice.... no particular good method that I know of, just push & strain until you think you're gonna ruin it and eventually it goes in. Not one of GM's greatest designs for sure. Good luck. Have a beer or three when you're done. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

02-26-2014, 09:37 PM	#3
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,493	Re: need a little help with glove box I don't have an answer for you undertaker, but I will say you have a bad ass truck! __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

02-26-2014, 09:43 PM	#4
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	Re: need a little help with glove box thanks for the comments I just don't want to ruin it ,maybe more beer

02-26-2014, 10:48 PM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: need a little help with glove box Here is how I do mine. Look at the AC coupling for the center vent and roll it as far forward as you can. Take the drivers side of the new insert and start at a angle into the opening. While gently pushing down on the top of the insert. Then work your way all the way around it. You may want to take the upper clasp out as well that the glove box door catches on. Then screw it back in once done. PS did you get the cluster today? __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-26-2014, 10:54 PM	#6
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	Re: need a little help with glove box andy, thanks for the hints , no the cluster didn't make it I just check routing , says salt lake , that meens it will be tomorrow , im just trying to get other side done so when it arrives , all new ac and defrost tubes and controls , man I still cant find the hole for the radio , where the hell does the lite plug in , I bumped it out and I fill like im reading brall anyway ill let you know thanks again kevin

02-26-2014, 11:16 PM	#8
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	Re: need a little help with glove box heck maybe that's it I must be loosing my marbles , I seen the one pluged in and just figured the other was up in the radio , digging out all the old stuff things got moved you know how that is thanks kevin



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