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Jun 7, 2004 | 07:42 AM

agent_86

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Dash Removal

Does anyone have a "How-To" on removing the dash from a 1976 280z? I have the original shop manual and removed all the screws and bolts shown, but it is not even close to loose. Please help.

Jun 8, 2004 | 09:12 PM

theramz

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Originally Posted by agent_86

Does anyone have a "How-To" on removing the dash from a 1976 280z? I have the original shop manual and removed all the screws and bolts shown, but it is not even close to loose. Please help.

Did you unbolt the steering colum from under the dash? You will also have to remove your steering wheel because it will be in the way. You have to pull out your heater and AC control panel and disconnect their vent cables. Not sure about the '76 but those controls attach the dash to the AC stuff behind it to keep it rigid.

Jun 9, 2004 | 11:33 AM

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Thanks, but I got it last night. I was missing the 2 bolts in the corners closest to the front on top. For reference, you don't have to remove the steering wheel. All you have to do is unbolt the 2 bolts that hold the steering column in place and you can safely lower the entire steering column enough to get the dash out.

Jun 28, 2004 | 04:55 PM

Z*Tech

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Installation was always easier without the steering wheel in the way, down in the southwest we were always concerned with causing any stress in the dash pad and maybe starting cracks due to the sun exposure.