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MK



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Central dashboard
Hi guys

who knows how to: 1) strip out the central dashboard (something loose inside) and 2) the inside door cover (whatever the name is).

thanks

Mk Puma 110" SW

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Post #12883 11th Jul 2009 4:38pm
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mse



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Remove the screws, stereo, disconnect the switches (pop them out aswell) and pull it off...its not that hard.

As for the door cover...similar thing - it has push in trim clips, trim removal tool and pull - prepare to replace. There are some screws, door handle and if you have the window winder.

Thats about it. Mike
Post #12884 11th Jul 2009 5:04pm
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Mk sorry to change the topic, I'm trying to find out what those screws are called that are on the defender dashboard any idea? Its the funny shaped ones? But I need a much bigger size for the front bumper? I have tried B&Q but no luck, anyone know where I can get the different sizes? Cheers Cool '08 LR Defender 110
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They are called Torx, sort of a funny star shape. Do not confuse with spine.

You should be able to buy a cheap set of torx bits from a market stall type tool shop. If you need to know the exact size, let me know & I will try my bits till one fits, won't be till tommorow though. Torx normally go up in 5s e.g. torx 10,15,20,25,30..... My guess (witout looking and from memory) is they are probably torx 30, but don't buy one based on my guess!! Halfords also sell torx drivers singley. You will also find that allen keys will fit torx heads, not recommended but it can get you out of trouble if needed in an emergency.

Some also have a pip in the middle, they are tamper proof torx. Look in your microwave oven at the bulb cover, they quite often have these fitted. Gawd knows why....
Post #12892 11th Jul 2009 8:18pm
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niglyn wrote:
They are called Torx, sort of a funny star shape. Do not confuse with spine.

You should be able to buy a cheap set of torx bits from a market stall type tool shop. If you need to know the exact size, let me know & I will try my bits till one fits, won't be till tommorow though. Torx normally go up in 5s e.g. torx 10,15,20,25,30..... My guess (witout looking and from memory) is they are probably torx 30, but don't buy one based on my guess!! Halfords also sell torx drivers singley. You will also find that allen keys will fit torx heads, not recommended but it can get you out of trouble if needed in an emergency.

Some also have a pip in the middle, they are tamper proof torx. Look in your microwave oven at the bulb cover, they quite often have these fitted. Gawd knows why....


Cheers niglyn Thumbs Up i'm an idiot with tools and technical stuff unfortunately Whistle

I want to buy all the sizes in a box set but haven't come across one yet, just been browsing over this website http://torx.org.uk/tag/stanley/ which shows the different sizes you have mentioned above. I saw the allen keys too going to get that too. Please let me know if I'm looking at the right screws?

I tell you I source all my tools, car accessories (meguiars and swisswax) and land rover parts and accessories from the uk cause back in dubai they dont have a wide range and if they do its triple price even without VAT. Eg. Just for the front mudguards the land rover dealer wants 50 quid incl. labour and here I bought an extra pair for 16 quid. Rolling with laughter But land rovers are much cheaper to buy in dubai than uk plus we get a standard 5 year 100,000km warranty Mr. Green

Cheers mate much appreciated. Thumbs Up '08 LR Defender 110
'08 Mini Cooper S - Sidewalk
'86 MB 500 SL
'79 MB 450SEL 6.9
Post #12896 12th Jul 2009 1:46am
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MK



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mse wrote:
Remove the screws, stereo, disconnect the switches (pop them out aswell) and pull it off...its not that hard.

As for the door cover...similar thing - it has push in trim clips, trim removal tool and pull - prepare to replace. There are some screws, door handle and if you have the window winder.

Thats about it.


Dear mse:

how do I pop the switches out........No clue.

thanks

Mk Puma 110" SW

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Post #12897 12th Jul 2009 3:31am
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110SEB



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Screwfix has always served me well for the supply of stuff.
Post #12898 12th Jul 2009 8:48am
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mse



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How to pop the switches out...remove the ratio - stick your hand in and push them out then you can disconnect them and remove.

As for Torx - Halfords sell the full set for sure as do most places,

Maplin sell kits aswell (smaller types to go into scewdriver type) Mike
Post #12899 12th Jul 2009 9:54am
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lrdxb110



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Cheers guys, found them. Mr. Green '08 LR Defender 110
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'79 MB 450SEL 6.9
Post #12910 12th Jul 2009 8:38pm
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Re: Central dashboard
MK wrote:
Hi guys

who knows how to strip out the central dashboard (something loose inside)

thanks

Mk


Hey MK

Have you managed to pull out the central dashboard?

How many screws? I can only see 2 of them around the stereo and unscrewed them and the thing was still in its place.

please do tell.

Cheers
Post #14933 2nd Sep 2009 9:03am
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