upper cowl replacement

[m_m70]

Going to replace the upper cowl/windshield support and have a couple questions………

Because my door pillars are good and wont be touched, will I need to brace anything? Body is on the frame.

Does the dash have to come out??


Also, inner fenders and core support is beat up pretty bad and not repaired properly so I will be replacing all of that as well.

I figured doing the cowl first then working my way to core support should work well.

Any thoughts/comments would be appreciated.

Thx!

 

[ArmyCOL]

When I replaced mine I did brace the tub, My pillars were shot and had to replace them as well though.

 

[langester]

I would definitely brace anything and everything that might have even a slight chance of moving. You never know what removing a section will do until it is cut loose. Take as many measurements as you can as well, that way you have something to verify your new parts and repair are the same as what was removed.
Good luck with your project!

 

[The Far Side]

I would agree with langester. Taken my measurements and now working bracing. Have a bit more to replace than you but similar. I'm worried about mine since it is evident that it has been hit a few times.....front and rear. Not sure what will move so will brace it all. I would not think the dash HAS to come out but probably best it it does.