[DeTomaso] evaporator/heater unit

[Matt]

Thank you Jack.
I bought my Pantera in Sept. '99 and joined then so I don't have that issue available in my scattered collection.Although it was probably late anyway(smile).
And it's not in the archives yet that I can see. I know,they're working on it and it takes time.
I have a two-pod gauge holder.
I would be interested in reading your article if there was a way. Meanwhile I'll look around some more,just might have it.
Sounds like the documentation of existing circuits is key to proper re-installation. Anything else need to be done while it's out?

Thanks,
Matt
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  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: JDeRyke at aol.com 
  To: matt at nwpantera.com 
  Sent: Friday, January 21, 2011 11:12 PM
  Subject: Re: [DeTomaso] evaporator/heater unit


  Matt, I assume you're talking about the illustrated dash removal procedure in the Pantera Service Highlights manual? The procedure is different for two-pod and single pod dashes; dunno which model you have. 
  I wrote my removal procedure up in the July '99 POCA Newsletter, with photos. I've done this twice on our '72 two-pod dash. Simplified, there are only a few screws that hold this dash in place. But first, the steering column bracket and console gauge panel must be removed as well as the speedo and tach. The glove box must also be removed for screw access. Next, the headlight switch, washer switch and  hazard warning switch with its 9 wires must be disconnected and the switch removed. Make a map of what wire goes where- these wire colors do not always match the schematic. Alternatively, you can leave the switches connected, pull the dash out and rotate it slightly so the passenger side is up behind the seat back. The drivers side will be limited by the wires still being connected but will pull out a few inches. Then the A/C box is right there ready for whatever you want to do to it. Figure two hrs to pull the assembly and a day to put everything back- most of this is hooking wires back on the right terminals. Good luck- J DeRyke