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RE: 68 dash removal and cutting exhaust

To: "Datsun Roadsters" <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Subject: RE: 68 dash removal and cutting exhaust
From: "Gordon Glasgow" <gsglasgow@comcast.net>
Date: Sat, 30 Aug 2003 21:12:53 -0700
If the windshield was out, you could use a reverse-twist drill bit with a
reversing drill and probably back it out. That's probably not much help.

Either a reciprocating saw or a "blue-tip wrench" (gas torch) would be best
on the exhaust, I'd think.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Leigh Brooks
> Sent: Saturday, August 30, 2003 8:43 PM
> To: Datsun Roadsters
> Subject: 68 dash removal and cutting exhaust
>
>
> Hi folks,
>
> Having fun dismantling the '68 basket case. Ran into a snag - one of
> the screws on the top of the dash is stripped. I can get to the back
> having removed the glove box. Best way to remove it? (and who thought
> it was a good idea to put Phillips head screws right up there next to
> the windshield - very hard to get to!) Any fasteners holding the dash
> on other than the obvious perimeter ones?
>
> Also the bolts holding the base of the exhaust manifold to the exhaust
> pipe are solid rust. Looks like I'll have to cut the exhaust pipe. What
> to use? Reciprocating saw?
>
> Anybody want a Snug Top hardtop and a set of 240z seats in the Seattle
> area? Not sure what they're worth.
>
> Leigh Brooks

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