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1976 Parking Brake Console removal issues
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1976 Parking Brake Console removal issues
Am I missing something?
I have a 1976 and I'm trying to remove the parking brake console.
I have removed both seats, and four phillips head screws on both sides.
The front end can lift up freely but it feels like there is a catch on the back end of the console. Do I keep pulling on it or am I missing something?
http://www.zip-corvette.com/ProductD...BS-SR&CTitle=&
I have a 1976 and I'm trying to remove the parking brake console.
I have removed both seats, and four phillips head screws on both sides.
The front end can lift up freely but it feels like there is a catch on the back end of the console. Do I keep pulling on it or am I missing something?
http://www.zip-corvette.com/ProductD...BS-SR&CTitle=&
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Actually, if you have a small enough hand [or can borrow one], you can remove the tray in the jack storage box and reach in behind the e-brake console from there. You need a 1/4" drive ratchet with a 7/16" short socket to break the bolt loose. Before you go back together with it, cut the head off of that bolt then round the end of it for a 'bullet-nose'. Screw it back into the rear of the console and put a lock nut on the inside to hold it in place. Then when you reinstall it, you just have to stick the bullet-nose into the hole for the bolt and lock down the front end. It won't come loose and you won't have to dig for that bolt anymore.
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Good God! I have had easier engine installations than taking this stupid thing off!
First the rear bolt is DEEPLY hidden,
I have to tear apart the middle rear compartment because the door frame screws are rusted flat....to gain access.
Then the window switches decide that they will not unplug...at all.
Then I have to remove the reinforcement plate and all its bolts,
Then use a flat screwdriver to separate the switch from the connector.
Thank you Baby Jesus! It is out!
First the rear bolt is DEEPLY hidden,
I have to tear apart the middle rear compartment because the door frame screws are rusted flat....to gain access.
Then the window switches decide that they will not unplug...at all.
Then I have to remove the reinforcement plate and all its bolts,
Then use a flat screwdriver to separate the switch from the connector.
Thank you Baby Jesus! It is out!
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From: Canboro Ontario
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Actually, if you have a small enough hand [or can borrow one], you can remove the tray in the jack storage box and reach in behind the e-brake console from there. You need a 1/4" drive ratchet with a 7/16" short socket to break the bolt loose. Before you go back together with it, cut the head off of that bolt then round the end of it for a 'bullet-nose'. Screw it back into the rear of the console and put a lock nut on the inside to hold it in place. Then when you reinstall it, you just have to stick the bullet-nose into the hole for the bolt and lock down the front end. It won't come loose and you won't have to dig for that bolt anymore.
Thanks!
