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Old Jul 27, 2006 | 09:52 PM
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Just bought my first vette (1980) a couple weeks ago. I'm having a problem removing the gauge cluster. Can somebody please tell me how to do this successfully?
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Old Jul 27, 2006 | 11:15 PM
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First, remove the seats. Then remove the side panels for the console. Then remove the screws for the instrument cluster panel that are visible from the front side. Then the underside of the guage panel and the console panel have two screws underneath them. The console panel holds the guage panel in place with a lip. You can either remove the console top or push the guage panel in and up to get over the console. Then pull it out, remove the wire harness for the guages and radio and the light on top. If you want pics, my console happens to be out at the moment.
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Old Jul 27, 2006 | 11:29 PM
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Yes, please. I can use any help i can get.
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Old Jul 28, 2006 | 10:09 AM
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I'll try to get some after I get home and before I leave town. PM me with your email address so I can send them to you.
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Old Jul 28, 2006 | 07:35 PM
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Just sent some pics. Hope they help.
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