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69 DeVille - Dash Panel Question

Started by R Simone, May 01, 2024, 03:42:10 PM

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R Simone

Anyone know a trick for removing/installing this piece in the dash?  A previous owner had installed a toggle switch for the convertible top  ::)  and had broken a clip off, so I was able to finagle the old one out and install a new/correct switch for the top easy enough, but this little panel has bolts (top and bottom) and I'm not sure how the heck to get to them without some disassembly to remove/install the replacement piece.  I did look in the Service Manual, but nothing jumped out at me and I don't want to tear any more apart than I have to.

klinebau

It is relatively easy to remove the top dash pad.  I don't know if there is an easier way, but I would think that you should be able to get to the bolts with the dash pad off.
1970 Cadillac Deville Convertible
Detroit, MI

The Tassie Devil(le)

When I converted a '69 to RHD, I recall the Cruise Control was there, and as it was heavy, was held in by a couple of screws that went into stands at the back of the dash fascia.

I think these screw heads were 1/4" but don't hold me to that.

Bruce.  >:D
'72 Eldorado Convertible (LHD)
'70 Ranchero Squire (RHD)
'74 Chris Craft Gull Wing (SH)
'02 VX Series II Holden Commodore SS Sedan
(Past President Modified Chapter)

Past Cars of significance - to me
1935 Ford 3 Window Coupe
1936 Ford 5 Window Coupe
1937 Chevrolet Sports Coupe
1955 Chevrolet Convertible
1959 Ford Fairlane Ranch Wagon
1960 Cadillac CDV
1972 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe

R Simone

I removed the dash panel as klinebau suggested and it wasn't nearly as bad as I anticipated.  I removed the front pillar covers and then half a dozen bolts or so holding the dash pad down and was then able to replace the dash insert with minimal trouble. Thanks everyone!

Jeff Rosansky CLC #28373

Be very careful when removing the A pillar pieces. The little ears are easy to break.
Jeff Rose
CLC #28373
1970 Coupe DeVille (Big Red)
1955 Series 62 (Baby Blue)
Dad's new 1979 Coupe DeVille