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Topic: Dash Removel

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Dash Removel

Posted: 6/29/05 7:08am Message 1 of 6
ossw1
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Rocklin, CA - USA
Joined: 4/2/2005
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Vette(s): 1970 T-Top350/350hp numbers matching 4 speed. It's a mess and 1970 Convertible 4 speed.
Hey, I have to remove my dash to get to the bolts for the power booster. Is there anything I should watch out for when removing the dash?


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Dash Removel

Posted: 6/29/05 11:42am Message 2 of 6
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Vette(s): Coupe 74 - 454 Drive it like you stole it!
I currently have my dash pulled out (dash, console, dropped steering; the whole nine) to install new front speakers and a new radio.
 
It was recommended on another post that while being there, you replace all the light bulbs and you might want to verify the main harness.  I ordered a bulb kit from YearOne.com which contains somewhere around 43 bulbs for mine and part number QBS21
contains 49 for yours.
 
You can also inspect for a common oil leak (don't know from where), but I didn't find any in mine, so I can't tell you more about it. There was a post not even a month ago about that.
 
You can also clean the air ducts simply with soap/water.
 
I don't know about the clock on an 81, but if it's like mine (not working) you can try to clean it (look for another post around here for that; it point to this link.)
 
As far as "what to watch for", I would say take your time so you don't pinch a wire when you put it all back and don't forget about the power booster, since this is what you are really trying to get to.
 
 



Dash Removel

Posted: 6/29/05 2:11pm Message 3 of 6
ossw1
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Rocklin, CA - USA
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Vette(s): 1970 T-Top350/350hp numbers matching 4 speed. It's a mess and 1970 Convertible 4 speed.
Hey, Thanks for the info. The part about the  bulbs is a good idea.


Dash Removel

Posted: 6/29/05 2:42pm Message 4 of 6
Ten15
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East Hanover, NJ - USA
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Vette(s): '68 Black Conv. Matching 327/300 4 Spd. P/S, P/B, P/W, Tele, A/C

74-454 Said:

[Quote]You can also inspect for a common oil leak (don't know from where), but I didn't find any in mine, so I can't tell you more about it. There was a post not even a month ago about that.[/QUOTE]

I believe that you are referring to the plastic oil pressure line which runs from the rear of the block to the O.P. gauge.  It can become brittle over time & leak oil under the dash and everything below it.

This will definitely be a part of my winter dash rebuild project.

Anthony




Dash Removel

Posted: 7/1/05 8:47am Message 5 of 6
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Badin Lake, NC - USA
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Vette(s): 1979 Red L-48 Corvette with Doeskin interior, 3-speed automatic, 3.55 rear; 1986 L-98 Coupe, 4+3 Manual - Satin Black and Purple (SCCA TT/Hillclimb Car); 1993 White LT-1 Coupe, Black Interior, 6-speed
I believe the 81 is like my 79 and it has an electric OP guage, so no line to worry about.


C3: 1979 Corvette Coupe, Auto, L-48, Red/Doeskin (my wife's fave);
C4s: 1986 C4 coupe (SCCA road race car), satin black, 4+3, Z51 package, L-98;  & 1993 C4 coupe, white, 6-speed, LT-1.

Dash Removel

Posted: 7/2/05 6:00pm Message 6 of 6
ossw1
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Rocklin, CA - USA
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Vette(s): 1970 T-Top350/350hp numbers matching 4 speed. It's a mess and 1970 Convertible 4 speed.
Man, what a day. I see now why corvette guys charge 80 + and hour to work on these things. After 5 hours of taking the dash out the center console out and getting to the four bolts for the brake power buster its finely done. And it works (yes I am surprise). Thanks for all the info it came in handy.  


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