Date:         Wed, 14 Jul 2004 15:27:18 +0100
Reply-To:     Anthony Polson <acpolson@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Anthony Polson <acpolson@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: what else with the dash removed
Comments: cc: mindthegap01@COMCAST.NET
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Hi Peter,

I would recommend:

1) Replace both external windshield washer nozzles and tubing all the way to
the pump.  Fit a non-return valve just above the pump so the pipework is
always full and there's no delay when you pull the lever.

2) Renew both windshield wiper spindles plus the plastic parts outside the
body.  Check wiper linkage for any damage to the plastic bushes that connect
to the ball joints on the spindles and replace if needed.  Lubricate all
bushes including the one on the eccentric arm on the wiper motor.

3) Using compressed air, blow out all heating and ventilation ducting.

HTH,

Tony

_________Original Message___________

>Date:    Tue, 13 Jul 2004 20:59:44 -0700
>From:    The Shaws <mindthegap01@COMCAST.NET>
>Subject: what else with the dash removed
>
>There was a thread some time back that listed things to do when the dash
>was
>out but I can't find it.
>
>I have the dash out, cleaned up everything.
>
>The heater box has never been opened and since the fan worked fine I didn't
>bother.
>
>Shortened and traightened the one broken heater control cables (it broke
>about an inch from the control arm)
>
>I put some insulation up against the front of the cab between the metal and
>the wiper arms etc,  and behind the area where the glove box will return. I
>stuffed some up in to the chanels holding with windshield (?) I used this
>blue plastic material that is used in construction between the concrete
>footings and the wood sil. I am planning on using it in the doors as it
>seems to be fine when wet and doesn't hold water.
>
>So, aside from cleaning all the grounds and other electronic connections,
>sandblasting the dash and repainting, What else should I consider doing
>before I put the dash back on?
>
>thanks,
>
>peter