73 911 T Coupe windshield / dash replacement

[regency]

I've finally acquired all the pieces to the puzzle, I think.

1, My core 72-73 dash is now back from Classic9 and looks fantastic.
2, i've got my new chrome W/S trim pieces.
3, I've got a new Porsche W/S rubber gasket.
4, I've got my windshield.

Did I forget or miss anything important?

So......I'm going to pull out my old W/S then start on the dash, I'm guessing I'll have to remove my gauges & glove box. Is that about it or does anybody have any secret advice??

Thanks,

Steve

73 911 T MFI Coupe, Aubergine

[j roch]

i need to replace my windshield and seal do the after market windows fit good also need a gas tanks

[Porboynz]

I fitted the dash then the windscreen, I suspect if you have the choice its better to fit the windscreen first to avoid any possibility of damaging the newly refurbished dash vinyl. Plus it will give you a whole lot more room. I found that fitting the windscreen rubber onto the glass and leaving it in place a few weeks helped it take a shape in the corners. I also discovered by accident that the chrome insert stayed in place more easily if I inserted the 3mm thick nylon pull cord into the rubber first. This is the nylon cord you use to pull the rubber lip over the metal window frame when you come to install it. Installing the glass is a whole subject in itself and there are a few useful posts. The key learnings for me was to have a helper to maintain pressure on the glass and a heap of patience.

[steve911T]

Steve, I did not have to remove the glove box (had center speaker) and a couple of the gauges. Small hands make the job a bit easier. I was able to go up under the front hood and get a couple of the nuts near the glove box. Take your time and in my case, I made sure my wife was not around to hear me swearing. The windshield was a PIA to get in correctly and I had two (so called) professionals do it. Steve

[will hung]

You can't remove the dash or install the new one unless the windshield is uninstalled.

When you remove the windshield, leave your trim in place. Then cut it out by making a V around it. By doing this, the trim will be guaranteed not to be warped and you can resell it.

When removing/installing the dash, as said before, be patient. I only had to pull my clock and gas gauge. I pulled the glove box, but didn't need to.

Also, when installing the windshield, I ran my string 3 times around the windshield that way if I didn't get it seated completely the first time around, I had two more chances before having to pull the windshield out of the car and restring it.

Also, have some wooden wedges laying around. After the windshield is installed, you can use them to push the gasket out toward the upper corners of the windshield frame by slightly bending the windshield trim.

[Porboynz]

Thats a good idea with the string, I had to start over after the rubber did not fold into place in the most awkward position. The wooden blocks are also essential, I found I needed to tap tap tap in a number of places.

[Hesse James]

Hello,

there is no problem by installing the dashboard while the windshield is in. Only removing the first time requires windows out or violence to the dash vinyl. Just forget about those small idiotic screws that hold parts of the vinyl when re-installing. I just did it with my 74 dash after repainting the car. The remaining nuts and pins are enough to keep the dash in place without squeeze or rattle. So you are free to remove and re-install the dash whenever you want. Some of the srews can be easier reached through the front trunk.