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Old Feb 21, 2016 | 03:13 PM
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This is a two fold question. I'm looking at purchasing a RetroSound replica for my 76'. Has anyone purchased one and could you upload a photo of how it looks in the car? Also, is there a trick to getting the 2 hidden bolts out that connect the gauge cluster to the center console. I pulled everything out yesterday and thought wow, the center console sure bends easy until I realized the previous owner broke it to shoe horn in a radio that wasn't even from the right era. I'm going to have to purchase a new one and don't want to damage it during the re-installation process.
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You might need a 1/4 inch deep socket to remove the original nuts and you may find it easier the get the nuts started before you install the new bezel.
Coupling nuts might work also.

https://www.google.com/search?q=coup..._AUIBigB&dpr=1
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