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Old 07-14-2012 | 10:23 PM
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Storage bin fix $5.00

The storage bin on dash broke, the plastic latch broke. I know I could go buy a new one for about $50 but I figured out a work around and it didn't cost much. Went to license fasteners at auto parts store found one with Chevy signs for $4.96. drilled plastic fasteners out on lid. Cut the plastic screws to size and now have customized dash.


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Old 07-14-2012 | 11:21 PM
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Nice job!

I moved your pic into your post for better viewing.
Old 07-14-2012 | 11:23 PM
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Thanks
Old 07-15-2012 | 12:16 AM
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Old 07-15-2012 | 09:51 PM
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Man oh man!! That's sweet!!
Old 07-16-2012 | 06:13 AM
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Glad to hear mine wasn't the only one that broke. I wasn able to gule mine back together. But I will keep this in mind if it happens again.
Old 07-16-2012 | 07:34 AM
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Looks good. I have a different fix I plan on doing if mine ever breaks.
Old 07-16-2012 | 08:32 AM
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heavy dose of RTV sealant (it's what I had lying around) fixed mine, but if I goes again (assuming it will at some point) this is what I'm doing! What a silly design...thanks for the pic/idea!
Old 07-17-2012 | 10:09 AM
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Thats a pretty elegant fix. Good idea!
Old 07-17-2012 | 07:23 PM
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Thanks, most people who get into the car think it looks stock, but most don't even notice the change.


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