Dash Frame - Heater and Fan Control Assembly Question

[1970Cuda]

Hi all,

I'm working on my dash frame and specifically the heater selector, fan switch and plate. I want to remove the nobs (see circled items) to separate the plastic plate from it, but I'm not if I can remove the nobs and/or replace them or not. (I need to clean the plate before re-installing it. And would like to replace the crusty nobs with new ones if possible.) It looks like the whole arm can be removed from the back side (under side), but not sure about that either.

Does anyone have knowledge on these items or experience separating these items? Thanks much for your assistance.

[anlauto]

The ONLY way I've ever done it was to replace the whole arm. I don't think you'll get those chrome knobs off or back on in one piece

[FE5CUDA]

Once the arms are removed from the plastic bezel, the knobs CAN be removed, of course you'll need tools.  Reproductions are not being made, your only choice is to have the originals re-chromed.

[73chalngr]

You need to disconnect the stuff on the backside of the control panel and then it slides out the front

[1970Cuda]

Hi All,

Thanks a lot for all your responses. I really appreciate the confirmation on how to remove the arms and how not to mess up the nobs. I will proceed as you all indicated. Again, really appreciate the information and feedback. This site is always so great about providing information and "How to ..." knowledge for us novices.