instrument cluster removal

Posted by steve828 On 2011/10/20 19:07:25

Ok, next project is to remove the instrument cluster from my 1954 Packard Clipper Super. My clock does not work and I want have it serviced. Also, I need to clean the dust and dirt from the inside of the three instrument sight glasses.

Problem..the service manual says to go underneath the instrument panel and remove the nuts from the studs attaching the bottom of the instrument cluster to the instrument panel.

Do I need to hire a very tiny, very flexible person to do this? I have twisted and contorted my 54 year old body every which way, and I can barely see the nuts/studs at the bottom of the instrument cluster from behind the instrument panel!

Any suggestions? Thanks again!