Console lock removal?
Le Mans Master
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Just looked at it from in the console. Heard it was tricky. It sounds from you like it's much easier than what I was thinking. Thanks for your time...I have my little weekend project now.
Le Mans Master
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Removing the console, will be the hardest part. Once off, it will be easy. Do you need a how to for console removal?
Le Mans Master
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Coolarrow. To learn how to remove console, try this. On this page at the above right hand corner you will see "Search this Forum". Click there. Then you will see a rectangle white box. Type in Console removal. Click where it says"Go". There will be several previous posts in this regards. The second page under Console top removal by Vet 4 me is pretty good. Good luck.
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I'm glad this question was asked. I have a new DD radio bezel and new center console, both "hydrocarbonized" by DD mods and his partners and was just thinking the same question when I was detailing my interior earlier today. Glad to know it's that easy! 
BTW - if you ever need to know how to remove any interior parts, check out the Vette Essentials website. Some of the best "how to" instructions out there!
BTW - if you ever need to know how to remove any interior parts, check out the Vette Essentials website. Some of the best "how to" instructions out there!
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Thanks guys...Actually, I've gotten to be somewhat of an expert at removing the console. Long story short...the reason I was asking about removing the lock is because the rear console is the last piece I need to finish wrapping with 3M Carbon Fiber film. Pretty much the rest of the interior is done and if I may say so myself, I'm VERY happy with the way it came out. Covered the front console, left side of steering column, door bezels, seat feet, seat control bezels, A/C vent edges, and vanity mirrors. Will post pics in a few days when done.
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Sounds as though your just about done w/ your mod. Looking forward to seeing pics when complete. You know, each time I take that console out I say that I'm going to extend the wires and put a quick disconnect on the VERY SHORT wires that go to the gas door "pop up". Oh well, maybe next time!! LOL.
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Why don't you add some LEDs the next time you get into your console? Here's what I did. Just tap power from the 12v plug that is right there. Get a Momentary (plunger) switch from a good hardware store. I love being able to find what I'm looking for when it gets dark out.
Last edited by coolarrow; Jun 25, 2010 at 04:01 PM.
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That is a great idea on the console light. Thanks.
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That is something I need to do as well!!! 
I hate how short those wires are! 
If anyone knows where to find a good connector to splice in there PLEASE let me know! 
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Did not remove the felt. I took the wrap down the side faces and stopped at the base. Too much stretching/cutting to make it look right, plus the wear and tear...just not worth it. - CoolArrow
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