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Any one know how to disassemble a Franklin Mint Corvette model?

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I have done several. Which model; they are all different.
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I have done several. Which model; they are all different.
I have the 1980 (membership issue) black Corvette with a broken back window. I would like to replace this window.

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Ok. The first thing you need is the replacement glass. I would buy a junker on eBay. once you do that you can also use the junker to figure out how to dismantle the good one. FM models are tricky as they hide screws under parts or in fender wells. Typically there are six. Look for screws in the extreme rear.. IF there remove and see where the stress points for removal are., If screws are in the fender wells you will need to remove the wheel/tires. These are typically screwed on and are removed after gently prying off the wheel centres.. Next look under mufflers. They too can gently be pried off. Often there is an engine screw beneath the oil pan.

The junker will really help you get the knack of it.

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Thanks! I do have a junker to learn on.

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