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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 02:27 PM
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i am getting ready to install my new upper dash pad in my 73 coupe. i have downloaded the instruction from wilcox website, but does any one have any tricks of the trade on how to install the new dash without breaking it. thanks scott
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 02:32 PM
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Putting it in the sun for a while will help with the installation. Also, under no conditions try forcing it. Ask me how I know. Good luck.
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 02:50 PM
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It was easy when I removed the pillar post trim on both of the pillars. Then you push one end in and wiggle the other end into place. You may have to bend the upper pad, but very little doing it this way.
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should i install the speakers before of after it is installed???
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Before, that way you don't have to lay down to put them in. At least that's the way I did it.
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thanks for the info.
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Originally Posted by oh6driver
thanks for the info.
You are welcome and good luck.
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Originally Posted by 75 Red Vert
Before, that way you don't have to lay down to put them in. At least that's the way I did it.
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