MuuMuu101's 68 Dart, A Learning Process...

Had a couple hours this week to work on the inside a little bit. I started removing the AC controls and radio. As I was getting ready to pull out the radio, I noticed it was hard wired to the aftermarket gauges underneath the dash with a bunch of 2-to-1 connectors. So, I left it in there for now until I strip the dash a little more and plan where I want to put the radio, speakers, and possibly amplifier.

My next step is to remove the dash pad. Depending on how it comes out and how much damage there is, I have a couple ideas of how to either restore the dash pad or I'll make an entirely new one. I also got something online for 40% for Black Friday that should really make the dash unique! It should arrive in the mail in about a week or so.

Hopefully I'll have some time to work on the Dart before Christmas.

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Pulling the dash pad is a bit of a pain. It will be a lot easier to drop the column, pull the instrument cluster and glove box. There are 5 nuts across the top and a screw at either end. IIRC, the nuts are 3/8" and the screws have a 5/16 hex. Don't quote me on it though. Good luck!