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Apr 26, 2008 | 01:31 PM

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quicklook2

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you need a rivet tool.

any hardware store has one.

Apr 26, 2008 | 06:47 PM

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Pearlwhite94

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Ok so i got the dash bracket installed and was excited to go test it over some road bumps but when i tried to start it, it wouldnt. THe fuel switch works cause it measures the fuel in each tank but when i turn the key it doesnt make the sound of the fuel pump working. Any ideas on what i could have damaged??

Apr 26, 2008 | 08:14 PM

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you tripped the fuel shutoff switch.

it is behind the pass kick panel where you were working.

Apr 26, 2008 | 09:24 PM

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quicklook2

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you did take the kick panel off to do the repair, right?

Apr 28, 2008 | 09:28 AM

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Yea i my guess was the switch too i just didnt know were it was, its all fixed now. I followed the directions to keep me from breaking things so i removed both kick panels, all the screws to the dash. Top ones, loosen some by e- brake, and one under passenger side. Pull dash back gently, and put a 2x4 to keep it in place. I didnt want to risk braking dash parts so i removed my door to get into the area. Went ahead and replaced door hinges that were sagging real bad. THe pins and bushings i mean. It doesnt take long if you know your way around a truck, i imagine if its your first time you may struggle some with the bracket. I also had to buy a rivet tool so the repair cost me quiet a bit but it was so worth it, it worked perfectly. I have the instructions at hand so if anyone needs anything il be glad to help!

Apr 28, 2008 | 09:57 AM

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quicklook2

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all that to fix the dash! WOW!

Apr 28, 2008 | 11:54 AM

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I guess it varies with each situation, i was needing to repair my door hinges too so i went ahead and did that too. It acctualy didnt take very long at all. it sounds like alot of work but its not.

Apr 28, 2008 | 12:35 PM

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quicklook2

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i was just laughing with you.

glad you got stuff fixed.

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Apr 28, 2008 | 01:07 PM

#54

gtinswva

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Jeez, now I guess I have to fix my dashboard after reading this thread. Thought I could just ignore the rattle but now that I know how easy it is...

Good thread, thanks guys.