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Old 05-18-2019, 05:58 PM   #1
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Is entire metal dash frame removable on 1967-72 Chevy C10

Can the entire metal dash frame be removed on a 1968 Chevy c10 shortbed? I am planning a extensive restoration and was just wondering if the whole unit can be removed or is just the gauge panel and other accessories can only be removed.
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Old 05-18-2019, 07:20 PM   #2
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Re: Is entire metal dash frame removable on 1967-72 Chevy C10

Not to hard few bolts and the pinch welds at the cowel/ windshield.
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Old 05-18-2019, 07:26 PM   #3
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Re: Is entire metal dash frame removable on 1967-72 Chevy C10

There's 2 bolts on each side, that's easy. The front is spot welded to the windshield mount surface...windshield has to come out...not so easy...

Just trying to be specific about what Mark stated...
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Old 05-18-2019, 07:36 PM   #4
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Re: Is entire metal dash frame removable on 1967-72 Chevy C10

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And to expand on what those guys both said, there are 34 spot welds to drill...

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Old 05-18-2019, 08:01 PM   #5
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Re: Is entire metal dash frame removable on 1967-72 Chevy C10

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And to expand on what those guys both said, there are 34 spot welds to drill...

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Ha! only 34 spot welds! Last time I was at Brothers Truck they were touting their new dash replacement panel with the a/c holes pre drilled and I thought "Hmm, I wonder how much work that is when I get ready to install a/c..."
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Old 05-18-2019, 08:05 PM   #6
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Ha! only 34 spot welds! Last time I was at Brothers Truck they were touting their new dash replacement panel with the a/c holes pre drilled and I thought "Hmm, I wonder how much work that is when I get ready to install a/c..."

Most guys cut across the slotted holes under the dash pad and replace it that way. Still takes some work but not near as much.

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Old 05-18-2019, 08:30 PM   #7
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Re: Is entire metal dash frame removable on 1967-72 Chevy C10

they come out fast .
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Re: Is entire metal dash frame removable on 1967-72 Chevy C10

Hmmm...I wasnt wanting to cut the dash frame out. I thought it might just be bolted in. But its good to know what it takes.
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