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Old Feb 19, 2010 | 12:27 PM
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ok, i took all the perimeter bolts out of dash but something is holding it from sliding forward so i can replace speedometer. WHAT???
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Old Feb 19, 2010 | 12:58 PM
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Just a shot but is the cable undone from the back
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nope, it has to be?
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nope, it has to be?
It won't move very far with the speedo cable attached. FWIW: did you drop the steering column?

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It won't move very far with the speedo cable attached. FWIW: did you drop the steering column?

Yes. will try again later. Looks like the air duct will need to come out to see the cable.
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Depending on the year, did you remove the column cover, under column and the brackets crossing at col'n, they are all attached to the dash, one way or another.
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You might want to take a look at this link.. There are some good pictures that will help you. http://willcoxcorvette.com/repairand...lp.php?hID=105

Step by Step instructions.

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