How to remove A/C vents without breaking?
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How to remove A/C vents without breaking?
I found some replacement A/C vents for my 77 at a junkyard and need to know the best way to remove them without breaking them. I can feel the tabs on the sides so I know how they are mounted, just can't get them out without breaking the tabs.
I really only need the swivel part of the vent but I didn't want to destroy it trying to only remove it.
Any advice would be appreciated.
I really only need the swivel part of the vent but I didn't want to destroy it trying to only remove it.
Any advice would be appreciated.
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From: Laurel, MT
Originally Posted by Mil1ion
Use a thin blade or ice pick through the louvers to try away the upper and lower tabs to allow the pivots to clear the housing..then pull the louver assembly out the register housing
Also, I would use the blade/pick on the lower pivot, then work it out of the housing (it won't want to come out but it will) and you should get it out. Do it while it is still warm out, because they get very brittle in the cold.
I just removed all the louvres out of my 75 to clean them and this is how I did it. Just be careful and you won't break any.
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I got it. Thanks for the tips. What's the best way to get the louver and housing out for future reference?
I only got one of the vents cause that's all I needed. Should I go back and get the rest? Usually don't find all the vents in a truck intact!
I only got one of the vents cause that's all I needed. Should I go back and get the rest? Usually don't find all the vents in a truck intact!
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I went back and got the driver's side vent and one of the center vents for safe keeping. Also scored an ignition module (with the blue grommet), two bumper bolts, a screw for my washer reservior, and 6 brand new fishing flies--all for $10.
It's crazy how much personal stuff can be found in junkers.
It's crazy how much personal stuff can be found in junkers.
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