VANAGON archives -- March 2017, week 2 (#71)

Date: Sat, 11 Mar 2017 12:14:17 -0800 Reply-To: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM> Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com> From: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM> Subject: Removing vanagon dash board - the complete list Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8

hi all,

I realize that I didn't send the complete list... and here it is

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REMOVING VANAGON DASH BOARD

Using this site as reference

http://www.benplace.com/dash.htm

and this YT video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZMrfW6o2KQ

*TIPS:*

- use small zip lock bags to put and label screws and bolts - this will help when putting back on..

- replace the 2 conical bolts under the steering column with allen bolts

- if needed label the wires with tape so you will know where to put them back on

*OPTIONAL PARTS YOU MAY NEED:*

- the blower motor box clips - http://www.van-cafe.com/page_848_1478/15-heater-core-box-clips

- heater fan resistor - http://www.van-cafe.com/page_1925_560/front-heater-fan-resistor-in-dash

- one or two ground trees - http://www.van-cafe.com/page_2358_140/aftermarket-ground-tree

- clutch pedal with all accessories - http://www.van-cafe.com/clutch-pedal-lever

- front heater core (if yours is leaking) - http://www.van-cafe.com/page_525_1478/front-heater-core

*REPLACING THE BLOWER MOTOR:*

- the blower motor box can be removed without removing the hoses of the heater core

- pull the heater core towards you and it will be detached from the blower motor box, leave it hanging on the side and remove the blower motor box

- put the the blower motor box on a bench and open it using a sharp knife - you will need the clips at re-assembling, do not glue it back

- follow the instructions at this video on YT - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZMrfW6o2KQ

*SUGGESTED EXTRA WORKS:*

- removing the metal bracket behind the radio

- lube wipers motor and arms

- install new windshield nozzles (2 holes style)

- replace the brake booster seal

- add one or two ground trees

- remove all existing ground trees, clean them and clean the ground connectors too

- if needed replace the clutch pedal too - you will need a helper.

- replace all the flaps on the blower motor box foam using this tape - http://www.homedepot.com/p/Armacell-2-in-x-30-ft-R-1-Foam-Insulation-Tape-TAP18230/100539553

- sound deadening the front nose wall using this tape - http://www.homedepot.com/p/USEAL-USA-4-in-x-66-7-ft-NonSkid-Roof-Tape-USEAL-8872NF4/204194240?MERCH=REC-_-rv_nav_plp_rr-_-NA-_-204194240-_-N

- repair all the broken plastic air hoses using this tape - http://www.homedepot.com/p/Nashua-Tape-1-89-in-x-50-yd-322-Multi-Purpose-HVAC-Foil-Tape-1207792/100030120

have fun and good luck

dan

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