Anyway to remove Dash Pad without pulling dash?

[NYCMille]

Hey guys -

I'm getting the interior redone in the '68 and I was wondering if there was any way to remove to the dash pad without removing the windshield or entire dash... anyone have any insight into this?

thanks - Mike

[Ghoste]

The pad can be removed with the glass in but you are going to need a good reach and a flexable back.  It isn't fun or easy but it can be accomplished.

[johntpr]

You'll need some 1/4 " drive deep sockets, extensions, swivels and patience.  I would take out radio, glove box, and at least loosen and pull out as much as you can the instument cluster. When installing new one, put masking tape strips over pad to correspond where the studs are so you will have an easier time remembering where to put the nuts on the studs. if you need more help,let me know, I'm in Nanuet

[69bronzeT5]

Yep, it can be done....it's just a major bitch

[BROCK]

I would have bet good money that it could not be done
But I found a pad in great shape in a wrecking yard last year.  It does take
patience & determination; but heck yeah

[Hemidog]

I'm so glad I replaced mine when I had the dash out, what a pain it would have been!

[NYCMille]

Thats what I figured... oh well. The MR ANGRY is getting a new interior and we wanted to play with the dash pad, but I don't want to pull windshield out to do it...

[bull]

It's really not that bad, Mike. Sure it's much easier with the windshield and frame out but that takes time too. Just get a bunch of beer, warm up your cussing voice and go to work.

Here's a couple threads with pics and advice to help you get the idea:

http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,40560.0.html
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,6917.0.html

[69bronzeT5]

When are we gonna see pictures of the new interior Mike?  I loved everything about that interior...actually the interior that I was planning for my '69 will look almost like the one in Mr. Angry.

[maxwellwedge]

Take 2 pictures. One of your hands before you start and one after when they are nice and shredded. 

[Rolling_Thunder]

Take 2 pictures. One of your hands before you start and one after when they are nice and shredded. 

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Thats what I figured... oh well. The MR ANGRY is getting a new interior and we wanted to play with the dash pad, but I don't want to pull windshield out to do it...

You do not have to pull glass to get pad off...you do need to remove all the dash panels, inst cluster & glovebox liner....radio can stay in dash.

its not that hard as others are making it out to be....just try and not to cut corners by not removing something to gain access to the studs....you will pay in the long run if you do... 

[maxwellwedge]

Take 2 pictures. One of your hands before you start and one after when they are nice and shredded. 

I have big hands - even with stuff removed and out of the way there is still stuff in the way. Not as bad as I said. Take your time and find a comfy spot.

[Ghoste]

its not that hard as others are making it out to be....

Yes it is.   

[BROCK]

I recommend a deep socket, 10" extension & your favorite 1/4 drive ratchet. 
No universals are needed

[Old Moparz]

Disconnect your battery if you leave things in place.

[1968_Charger]

hey mike,
if you are getting rid of that old console you had and want to sell it let me know, i like how it looked.
cant wait to see the new interior! mr. angry is my favorite by far.

[rob jett]

I just replaced the pad in mine, left the windshield in but the dash had to come out.  My advice... while trying to get the nuts back on the dash pad studs, smash a bit of playdoo in the socket wrench you are using.  This will prevent the nut from continually falling out of the socket as you go through the trial and error process of getting the nuts back on a stud you can barely feel, let alone see.  Other than removing the dash, the dashpad was pretty easy to remove/install.