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How difficult is the job replacing the windshield regulator on a 1946 AK model ? The unit under the dash . Anyone done it? Any tips or tricks? Any pitfalls to be aware of?

Danny T,

Although I haven't done this myself, I did find a possibly useful article (not mine) here: https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-2021-chevs-interior/

It doesn't detail the underdash work involved in removing the regulator once you have managed to get it disconnected from the windshield, but may be helpful with the steps needed before removal.

Another thing you might find useful is this Tech Tip written by member "Kip Bonds" (Kip's41) posted back in 2007 Windshield Crank Rebuild

Am sure that others will come along and add their experience and knowledge to help you with your task.

Maybe you can post more about your progress (with some please) as it could prove helpful to the next 'Bolter needing to do this repair too.

Looking forward to seeing how this turns out.

Dan

I have done 2 and I don't recall there being anything unusual about taking them out. It has been a few years and my memory is not anywhere close to perfect.

Thank you, guys!!

Hopefully it’ll be fairly simple. I’ll photograph and document my progress.

Danny T

X2 what homer52 said. It will help to do some stretching exercises though, before you climb under there though. If you plan on doing much more work under the dash, a padded plywood plank that rests on the floor board on one end and a supported leg(s) on the outside end will greatly ease the pain. The downside to this, if it’s to comfortable, is a short nap could result.🤫

I’m so glad to read this. I have my regulator out now and it is need of a bushing just as described by the one Kip Bonds did. I now have much more confidence. I think I’ll make a steel bushing however so it may last a bit longer.

That bushing should probably be softer than the steel regulator. I would rather the steel regulator arm wear out another bushing than a steel bushing wear out an irreplaceable regulator arm. Just my thoughts.