Dash/interior updates
#1
Dash/interior updates
Thought i would share my progress on this interior project plus has some question
- took the steering wheel off. Theres a metal plate with three screws -- once i took that off i cant figure out how to take the next plate off to gain access to the turn signal switch- would appreciate some insight
- i have an emergency brake assemble (repop) for a chevelle. Looks like it will work but there is no spot for the switch like on the original. Does any repop the olds part? or a a part that accommodates the switch?
- I took the dash apart so long ago i cant remember if i took the dash out with the gauges installed or separate. Would like some guidance on reassembling the the dash that works well. My plan is to assemble the dash with wiring harness attached and bolt that in as one unit.
- My original wiring harness has an extra section-- anyone know what thsi is for? see pic
- also if anyone has a tip to getting thsi POR15 stuff off my hands let me know--hahaha
Thanks again the help on here has been great!!
- took the steering wheel off. Theres a metal plate with three screws -- once i took that off i cant figure out how to take the next plate off to gain access to the turn signal switch- would appreciate some insight
- i have an emergency brake assemble (repop) for a chevelle. Looks like it will work but there is no spot for the switch like on the original. Does any repop the olds part? or a a part that accommodates the switch?
- I took the dash apart so long ago i cant remember if i took the dash out with the gauges installed or separate. Would like some guidance on reassembling the the dash that works well. My plan is to assemble the dash with wiring harness attached and bolt that in as one unit.
- My original wiring harness has an extra section-- anyone know what thsi is for? see pic
- also if anyone has a tip to getting thsi POR15 stuff off my hands let me know--hahaha
Thanks again the help on here has been great!!
Last edited by Eaglesfan; August 8th, 2014 at 05:32 PM.
#4
There is a 'U' shaped tool that attaches to the steering shaft and then has a centre screw down that presses on the metal plate with the 'U' part so that you may remove the circlip from the steering shaft thus releasing the metal plate...Lyle tools.
Last edited by Yellowstatue; August 20th, 2014 at 03:34 AM. Reason: Clarification...thanks to starfire
#5
http://www.grainger.com/product/1MZR...140811112652:s
That "extra" piece of harness looks like the under dash courtesy lights (at least the two bigger ones). They snap into holes in the metal frame of the underpart of the dash. The pic blurs too much when I enlarge it to see what the smaller lamp might be for.
Last edited by starfire; August 11th, 2014 at 04:45 AM.
#7
#9
Still need to figure out if i should try an restore the sport wheel or replace it with a more common simulated wood wheel.
The extra wire harness section is for the courtesy lights-- you guys were correct.
Spoke with M&H electric today--there doesn't appear to be a harness they make for a manual console ( they make it for the auto)-- i also think it comes in two parts (an extension section and the console harness itself) - will see if someone has these in the parts wanted.
I do have a question about how to adhere the metal backed repop wood grain to the freshly painted plastic dash-- please let me know if you know what works best from experience.
#10
'68 &'69 manual floor shift consoles were not equipped with a harness and that is why the rear courtesy light is painted over with matching interior colours. Did not have a light inside box either so no wiring was necessary. However, I did find a light switch for the rear of the console box in a '65 or '66 if you are thinking of putting lights in.
#11
'68 &'69 manual floor shift consoles were not equipped with a harness and that is why the rear courtesy light is painted over with matching interior colours. Did not have a light inside box either so no wiring was necessary. However, I did find a light switch for the rear of the console box in a '65 or '66 if you are thinking of putting lights in.
Will let you know about the switch
Thanks!
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