wiper switch nut

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3404spdfish

3404spdfish

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does anybody have slick way to remove the light and wiper switch flush nits on the dash. this is from a 65 barracuda, there must be some corrosion or something on the threads. because everything i tried so far will just get a flat or notch movement. i would rather not destroy them due to i don't have another set.
 
There is a special nut for that. You will hear to use a screwdriver etc, but you will risk damaging the plastic bezel. Google Mopar bezel nut tool
 
I've always used the tips of a small set of needle nose pliers, but as Steve mentioned, there is risk involved. Better to be safe than sorry.
 
4spdragtop said:
There is a special nut for that. You will hear to use a screwdriver etc, but you will risk damaging the plastic bezel. Google Mopar bezel nut tool
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Late 60's Ford trucks, Mustangs, and Corvettes and Camaros use these as well. Not sure how interchangeable they are, but I have two of them now (thought I had lost one, ordered a replacement, then found the first one), and after using it I wish I had bought one a LONG time ago.
 
Get the proper tool, make your own out of an old socket, carefully use needlenose pliers, or, tap it loose with a hammer and a small flat blade screwdriver. Start by soaking it in penetrating oil. I like to reach around to the back side and wiggle/twist the switch a bit to break the nut loose. Sometimes it will just spin off with your fingers.
 
I have the tool shown 2 floors up and it works good. Was a little scared at 1st because the fingers seemed thin. But it works.
 
thanks for the inputs and i think i will go with a deep socket and make. i was just being lazy
 
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