Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Robin Smith · 10-03-2016, 06:51 PM

Any help with a glove box install on my truck would be most helpful.....Cheers.....Robin.

racecougar · 10-03-2016, 08:37 PM

Will you pay for airfare and lodging?

What's the hang up with your install?

bj383ss · 10-03-2016, 08:55 PM

When I installed mine I put the top screws in first. Then pulled it into the slot on the bottom. Getting the top screws in was the hardest part for me.

Bret

Robin Smith · 10-03-2016, 09:51 PM

Does the sides of the glove box liner go behind the bracket that the door swings off

bj383ss · 10-03-2016, 10:32 PM

Yes.

https://www.flickr.com/gp/27291602@N03/jJ9nda

20161003_212831 by bjohnson388, on Flickr

20161003_212838 by bjohnson388, on Flickr

IMG_20160809_205030 by bjohnson388, on Flickr

20160809_195858 by bjohnson388, on Flickr

Irishbleueyes · 10-03-2016, 11:56 PM

The replacement does not fit perfectly, you will have some gaps so it's normal..

wahl4m · 10-04-2016, 08:45 AM

from my experience the brand you got will fit great /i got a repops if fact 3 of them -all of them was frayed on the edges and would not fit -last one i bought came from "classis " in kc missouri and fit like a glove -even with my factory air !!!! im thinking the ones of "repops" was on sale from the vendors and probably was returns or severly "shelf worn" but price was cheaper ??so if you buy any always get a good look before buying !

Robin Smith · 10-05-2016, 04:44 PM

I have now completed the glove box install and I am quite happy with the end result, some of the areas around the fitment of the liner could have been better but as my son would say 'It is what it is'. Thanks to all who replied to my thread especially Bret (bj383ss) for the photos, they were a big help. I think we can put this to bed now,
Cheers to all..............Robin Smith

**The Rocknrod** · 10-05-2016, 04:56 PM

How many bumpers did you install? Look under these two areas and you will find a hole for a bumper there on each side. The door hits the bumpers when it opens all the way.

Robin Smith · 10-05-2016, 05:45 PM

Bumpers all Done, Thanks Rockenrod....Cheers.

bj383ss · 10-06-2016, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

How many bumpers did you install? Look under these two areas and you will find a hole for a bumper there on each side. The door hits the bumpers when it opens all the way.

I didn't know about those. Will have to order 2 more thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robin Smith

I have now completed the glove box install and I am quite happy with the end result, some of the areas around the fitment of the liner could have been better but as my son would say 'It is what it is'. Thanks to all who replied to my thread especially Bret (bj383ss) for the photos, they were a big help. I think we can put this to bed now,
Cheers to all..............Robin Smith

Glad I could help. I have received countless number of times being helped on this site and I can finally pay something back. Are you going to post some pictures of your glovebox? Then you can put it to rest. HEHE.

BRet

thunder71 · 10-06-2016, 08:45 PM

I resin coated mine before I installed it...fiberglass resin for strength and water proofing.

Robin Smith · 10-08-2016, 02:40 PM

Thanks once again to all who contributed to this thread, good idea 'Thunder 71' like a lot of good ideas yours came a bit to late but may help others, Bret (bj 383ss) if I posted a photo you would not be able to tell the difference between yours and mine, time to say 'night night'
Cheers to all.....................Robin Smith.

**The Rocknrod** · 01-18-2020, 05:52 PM

Looks like it's installed behind the dash metal on the first pic and behind the hinge bracket on the second pic. Am I seeing that? or no?

Quote:

Originally Posted by bj383ss

Yes.

20161003_212831 by bjohnson388, on Flickr

20161003_212838 by bjohnson388, on Flickr

Cohi · 01-19-2020, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thunder71

I resin coated mine before I installed it...fiberglass resin for strength and water proofing.

great idea!

WOLFMANmike · 01-23-2020, 06:38 PM

hey guys while all of you are posting pics and i do much much better with seeing things than reading LOL brain issues :P anyway my glove box door is not bent or damaged in anyway but yet the door and the bottom rubs the bottom of the dash and binds up badly! what am i doing wrong here? and also can you guys show me how to install said door maybe im doing that wrong? thanks guys!

bigmoe · 01-23-2020, 08:21 PM

Here's an interesting aside. My truck is a GMC. I wanted to do away with the Deluxe heater in the engine bay and I installed the basic recirculating heater inside on the firewall. When I went to install my new glove box the other day it wouldn't fit. It was hitting the heater. I had to trim about 2" off the back and reshape the cut-off and staple it on. Had to use my air stapler and bend the legs over. The cardboard is too weak to bend or hammer them flat so I had to use the needle nose and twist them over. They must have had two glove box options back in the day for those with the basic heater.

WOLFMANmike · 01-23-2020, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigmoe

Here's an interesting aside. My truck is a GMC. I wanted to do away with the Deluxe heater in the engine bay and I installed the basic recirculating heater inside on the firewall. When I went to install my new glove box the other day it wouldn't fit. It was hitting the heater. I had to trim about 2" off the back and reshape the cut-off and staple it on. Had to use my air stapler and bend the legs over. The cardboard is too weak to bend or hammer them flat so I had to use the needle nose and twist them over. They must have had two glove box options back in the day for those with the basic heater.

im confused here moe where you addressing me in this? cause my glove gox looks like the Op,s yours looks waaaaay different than ours. LOL and im looking for help with how the door mounts to our style glove box totally not trying to be a jerk at all here im just very confused

**The Rocknrod** · 01-24-2020, 10:55 AM

I still would like a verification of which way is correct in post #14? Or which works the best.

WOLFMANmike · 01-24-2020, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robin Smith

I have now completed the glove box install and I am quite happy with the end result, some of the areas around the fitment of the liner could have been better but as my son would say 'It is what it is'. Thanks to all who replied to my thread especially Bret (bj383ss) for the photos, they were a big help. I think we can put this to bed now,
Cheers to all..............Robin Smith

Could i please get some pics and some info on how to install the Glove box door? i have been asking in this post but it seems like im not being seen cause im not getting anything from anyone on this LOL my glove box door wont open nicely it wedging it self againts the bottom of the dash. and nothing is bent so i cant figure it out! maybe im installing it wrong? can you please help me ?

WOLFMANmike · 01-24-2020, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

I still would like a verification of which way is correct in post #14? Or which works the best.

RocknRod i put it behind the bracket on mine i think that is how it goes but im having issues with how to properly install the glove box door as mine on the bottom of the door is binding against the bottom of the dash board

and nothing is bent so i cant figure that out but as far as the box sleeve i have no probs with it being behind the bracket im sure that is how it was meant to go! now i cant help but feel like im installing the door wrong tho because of how bad its binding

10-03-2016, 08:37 PM	#2
racecougar Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 1,003	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck Will you pay for airfare and lodging? What's the hang up with your install? __________________ Rod @ AzzKicker Cars 1965 C10 SWB - Build Thread

10-03-2016, 08:55 PM	#3
bj383ss Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Leander, TX Posts: 969	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck When I installed mine I put the top screws in first. Then pulled it into the slot on the bottom. Getting the top screws in was the hardest part for me. Bret __________________ 64' Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=586955

10-03-2016, 09:51 PM	#4
Robin Smith Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Levin 5570 New Zealand Posts: 24	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck Does the sides of the glove box liner go behind the bracket that the door swings off

10-03-2016, 10:32 PM	#5
bj383ss Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Leander, TX Posts: 969	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck Yes. https://www.flickr.com/gp/27291602@N03/jJ9nda 20161003_212831 by bjohnson388, on Flickr 20161003_212838 by bjohnson388, on Flickr IMG_20160809_205030 by bjohnson388, on Flickr 20160809_195858 by bjohnson388, on Flickr __________________ 64' Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=586955

10-03-2016, 11:56 PM	#6
Irishbleueyes Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Solvang, Ca 93463 Posts: 323	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck The replacement does not fit perfectly, you will have some gaps so it's normal..

10-03-2016, 06:51 PM	#1
Robin Smith Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Levin 5570 New Zealand Posts: 24	Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck Any help with a glove box install on my truck would be most helpful.....Cheers.....Robin.

10-04-2016, 08:45 AM	#7
wahl4m Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: norwalk,iowa,usa Posts: 921	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck from my experience the brand you got will fit great /i got a repops if fact 3 of them -all of them was frayed on the edges and would not fit -last one i bought came from "classis " in kc missouri and fit like a glove -even with my factory air !!!! im thinking the ones of "repops" was on sale from the vendors and probably was returns or severly "shelf worn" but price was cheaper ??so if you buy any always get a good look before buying !

10-05-2016, 04:44 PM	#8
Robin Smith Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Levin 5570 New Zealand Posts: 24	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck I have now completed the glove box install and I am quite happy with the end result, some of the areas around the fitment of the liner could have been better but as my son would say 'It is what it is'. Thanks to all who replied to my thread especially Bret (bj383ss) for the photos, they were a big help. I think we can put this to bed now, Cheers to all..............Robin Smith

10-05-2016, 04:56 PM	#9
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck How many bumpers did you install? Look under these two areas and you will find a hole for a bumper there on each side. The door hits the bumpers when it opens all the way. Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats? Last edited by The Rocknrod; 10-05-2016 at 05:03 PM.

10-05-2016, 05:45 PM	#10
Robin Smith Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Levin 5570 New Zealand Posts: 24	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck Bumpers all Done, Thanks Rockenrod....Cheers.

10-06-2016, 08:45 PM	#12
thunder71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Carolina Coast Posts: 582	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck I resin coated mine before I installed it...fiberglass resin for strength and water proofing. __________________ _____________________________________ 66 C10 shortbed stepside KEEPER 66 C10 longbed stepside SOLD 69 C10 shortbed stepside SOLD 71 C10 custom deluxe long fleetside SOLD _____________________________________

10-08-2016, 02:40 PM	#13
Robin Smith Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Levin 5570 New Zealand Posts: 24	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck Thanks once again to all who contributed to this thread, good idea 'Thunder 71' like a lot of good ideas yours came a bit to late but may help others, Bret (bj 383ss) if I posted a photo you would not be able to tell the difference between yours and mine, time to say 'night night' Cheers to all.....................Robin Smith.

01-23-2020, 06:38 PM	#16
WOLFMANmike Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: oceanside CA Posts: 706	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck hey guys while all of you are posting pics and i do much much better with seeing things than reading LOL brain issues :P anyway my glove box door is not bent or damaged in anyway but yet the door and the bottom rubs the bottom of the dash and binds up badly! what am i doing wrong here? and also can you guys show me how to install said door maybe im doing that wrong? thanks guys!

01-23-2020, 08:21 PM	#17
bigmoe Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Brandon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 995	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck Here's an interesting aside. My truck is a GMC. I wanted to do away with the Deluxe heater in the engine bay and I installed the basic recirculating heater inside on the firewall. When I went to install my new glove box the other day it wouldn't fit. It was hitting the heater. I had to trim about 2" off the back and reshape the cut-off and staple it on. Had to use my air stapler and bend the legs over. The cardboard is too weak to bend or hammer them flat so I had to use the needle nose and twist them over. They must have had two glove box options back in the day for those with the basic heater. Attached Images

01-24-2020, 10:55 AM	#19
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Glove box install for a '66 Chevy truck I still would like a verification of which way is correct in post #14? Or which works the best. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?



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