Gauge cluster removal

[Shane_68C10]

I need some help removing the gauge cluster in a 72 chevy, i get it like halfway out and iy starts to hit on the stering column and the dash. any suggestions appreciated.

Shane

 

[dvalentine]

Did you remove the speedo cable ?

 

[Shane_68C10]

yes, and all the gauges are disconnected im thinking that you can drop the steering column down. any suggesions

 

[dvalentine]

Yes, you can. Two bolts on the column support. You might be able to just loosen them enough to get the clearance.

DVal

 

[blue]

sometimes you have to twist it over the colum