Date: Sat, 11 Mar 2017 12:14:17 -0800
Reply-To: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Removing vanagon dash board - the complete list
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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