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1966 Clutch/Brake Pedal Support Removal

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Is there an easy way to remove and install a clutch/brake pedal support without having to remove everything under the dash?

I'm in the process of switching a C4 to a Toploader and have bought a new clutch support with pedals ready to be installed as one unit.
 
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fasttback said:
Is there an easy way to remove and install a clutch/brake pedal support without having to remove everything under the dash?

I'm in the process of switching a C4 to a Toploader and have bought a new clutch support with pedals ready to be installed as one unit.
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The easiest way is to take the gage cluster out. Why don't you just swap the pedals? The support is the same.
 
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fasttback said:
Is there an easy way to remove and install a clutch/brake pedal support without having to remove everything under the dash?

I'm in the process of switching a C4 to a Toploader and have bought a new clutch support with pedals ready to be installed as one unit.
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Yes, removing the gauge panel helps you see what is going on. I also remove the steering wheel AND the steering column to give me plenty of clearance when swapping manual supports.
 

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C6AE said:
The easiest way is to take the gage cluster out. Why don't you just swap the pedals? The support is the same.
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That's how I did it before on my 67. In this case, I have the support and clutch and brake pedals complete with roller bearings fitting very tight (the clutch spring is a b**** to put on in the car.

I've seen some Mustang places sell the unit just like this, so I thought it was possible.
 
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fasttback said:
That's how I did it before on my 67. In this case, I have the support and clutch and brake pedals complete with roller bearings fitting very tight (the clutch spring is a b**** to put on in the car.

I've seen some Mustang places sell the unit just like this, so I thought it was possible.
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Kinda what I suspected (roller bearing mod) It's been a while, but I don't recall taking my steering wheel and column out to swap in the hanger, I guess it would help with clearance.
I usually end up working harder to avoid a little work anyway...
 

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This is possible! I was able to install the clutch/brake pedals and support as one unit by removing the parking brake, vent cable, and driver's side cowl vent extension(?) and working it around the steering wheel column until it fell in place. Toughest part was watching out for the under dash wires.
 
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