> I chose not to remove the plastic box from the > wooden arm since it is studded or nailed in in six recessed points. > I was able to place the big nut that the adjusting rod screws through > back into > it's slip, tape it there and reupholster the arm before screwing the > adjusting > rod back into place. > > I have just finished this process also, however, I did remove the plastic box from the wooden arm. It is held on with screws. I accessed these, by looking at the bottom and figuring out where the screw top would be, then by cutting a slit in the top foam I was able to unscrew it. Worked for me, just have to be careful. This way I was able to put the nut and spring back into place. Then I finished as below.
Phil Dennis '87 GL (Ginger) |
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