Dash Pad Removal - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

skokie · 10-24-2003, 12:53 AM

Is it true that in order to change out the dashpad you have to take out the entire glovebox?

Thanks

Longhorn Man · 10-24-2003, 01:03 AM

pretty much. Insterment panel too onles you have real long skinny arms.

SWEET7T · 10-24-2003, 02:48 AM

both the glove box and the gauges need to come out. There are little studs sticking out of the back of the dash pad that you need to get to and remove the nuts.
Just like Longhorn Man said, unless you have really skinny arms (and some luck), start removing stuff. In fact, I recommend it, simply because it was a pain in the butt to put it back in there when I had my gauges and glove box out!!!

Southpa · 10-24-2003, 03:09 AM

One bit of advice, not all dash pads are perfect. Make sure you trim off any excess plastic (from the molding process) around the mounting screws before installing. I made that mistake and found I had a bump in one area. Had to do it all over again just to fix things.

Longhorn Man · 10-25-2003, 12:43 AM

In all honesty, I only use the screws to hold my dash pad in. If I ever get one that won't sit down all the way, I'll use the minimum amount of nuts needed. Untill then, I have no nuts holding mine down.

A.P. · 10-25-2003, 02:24 AM

My dash pad, snaps into place and does not us any screws to hold it down.

1969 GMC · 10-25-2003, 02:41 AM

i think i may be one of the few that still has a perfect original dashpad. its dirty though. well, that is according to the p/o, but i am inclined to believe him. i mean, this truck was basically used as a tractor since its been new. i dont think cletus and crew would care enough to replace the dash pad. any way to spot an original from a repop?

hughnews1 · 10-25-2003, 09:18 AM

on my 71 -20 the Orig was bad .. took out the glove and got a new one( $cheap) and left the gauges in .. you can do it .. i did take the lights and wipers thing off but now I dont think ya half to
a nut driver might be your real friend .. go luck and throw a old one in the trash

Guy Brooks · 10-25-2003, 12:23 PM

I removed mine with a open end wr. though the slots in the dash you have to pry up the pad a little.but I have not tryed to install a new one like this . probably won't work.This might help if you want to remove the old raged one and don't have a new on yet.

truck69 · 10-25-2003, 02:12 PM

I have a 69 CHevy custom and took a look at mine after reading this topic. Do the Gages all have to come out out just the Bezel for the gages and the glove box? I have 4 screws in the front and wished that was all there was to it. Thanks. Truck69

cheatham · 10-25-2003, 02:56 PM

You have to take out those screws, remove the two knobs, detach the wiring harness and unscrew the oil pressure line. That is about it. Oh, yeah, if you want to start the truck while the oil pressure line isn't attached to the guage remember to plug the line.

PanelDeland · 10-26-2003, 12:46 AM

A1/4 drive rachet and some extensions and a swivel will help a lot.I think I used a deep socket,a swivel and a 6-8" extension.I broke my left index finger a couple of years ago and it don't work too well,so I have to punt on ocassion.

jorgensensc · 10-26-2003, 12:56 AM

I've removed my gauges so much I think I could do it blindfolded!!! It's really not that hard, but I do suggest disconnecting your battery first, I grounded out some post and blew a fuse. Also, Definately plug the oil line if starting. I got oil all over my floorboard and new boots before I realized it.

10-24-2003, 12:53 AM	#1
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,354	Dash Pad Removal Is it true that in order to change out the dashpad you have to take out the entire glovebox? Thanks

10-24-2003, 02:48 AM	#3
SWEET7T Try spinnin 4 rear tars Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 757	both the glove box and the gauges need to come out. There are little studs sticking out of the back of the dash pad that you need to get to and remove the nuts. Just like Longhorn Man said, unless you have really skinny arms (and some luck), start removing stuff. In fact, I recommend it, simply because it was a pain in the butt to put it back in there when I had my gauges and glove box out!!! __________________ SWEET7T 1970 C10, 2wd, LB, 307/TH350/3.08. PS, PB

10-24-2003, 03:09 AM	#4
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,409	One bit of advice, not all dash pads are perfect. Make sure you trim off any excess plastic (from the molding process) around the mounting screws before installing. I made that mistake and found I had a bump in one area. Had to do it all over again just to fix things. __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

10-25-2003, 02:41 AM	#7
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	i think i may be one of the few that still has a perfect original dashpad. its dirty though. well, that is according to the p/o, but i am inclined to believe him. i mean, this truck was basically used as a tractor since its been new. i dont think cletus and crew would care enough to replace the dash pad. any way to spot an original from a repop? __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

10-25-2003, 02:56 PM	#11
cheatham I need a brake! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 474	You have to take out those screws, remove the two knobs, detach the wiring harness and unscrew the oil pressure line. That is about it. Oh, yeah, if you want to start the truck while the oil pressure line isn't attached to the guage remember to plug the line. __________________ JP MEMBER OF THE DISCS UP FRONT CLUB 1971 Chevy C10

10-24-2003, 01:03 AM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	pretty much. Insterment panel too onles you have real long skinny arms.

10-25-2003, 12:43 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	In all honesty, I only use the screws to hold my dash pad in. If I ever get one that won't sit down all the way, I'll use the minimum amount of nuts needed. Untill then, I have no nuts holding mine down.

10-25-2003, 02:24 AM	#6
A.P. Black 72 Chevy Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 662	My dash pad, snaps into place and does not us any screws to hold it down.

10-25-2003, 09:18 AM	#8
hughnews1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hudson FL gulf coast Posts: 624	on my 71 -20 the Orig was bad .. took out the glove and got a new one( $cheap) and left the gauges in .. you can do it .. i did take the lights and wipers thing off but now I dont think ya half to a nut driver might be your real friend .. go luck and throw a old one in the trash

10-25-2003, 12:23 PM	#9
Guy Brooks Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Alvarado TX Posts: 16	I removed mine with a open end wr. though the slots in the dash you have to pry up the pad a little.but I have not tryed to install a new one like this . probably won't work.This might help if you want to remove the old raged one and don't have a new on yet.

10-25-2003, 02:12 PM	#10
truck69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 323	I have a 69 CHevy custom and took a look at mine after reading this topic. Do the Gages all have to come out out just the Bezel for the gages and the glove box? I have 4 screws in the front and wished that was all there was to it. Thanks. Truck69

10-26-2003, 12:46 AM	#12
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	A1/4 drive rachet and some extensions and a swivel will help a lot.I think I used a deep socket,a swivel and a 6-8" extension.I broke my left index finger a couple of years ago and it don't work too well,so I have to punt on ocassion. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

10-26-2003, 12:56 AM	#13
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	I've removed my gauges so much I think I could do it blindfolded!!! It's really not that hard, but I do suggest disconnecting your battery first, I grounded out some post and blew a fuse. Also, Definately plug the oil line if starting. I got oil all over my floorboard and new boots before I realized it. __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE



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