How do you remove the top dash cover on a 2014 RT?

[caw001]

Hello,

I'm looking to be able to remove the top dash cover to put some bolts in for a RAM Mount. I see the two "easy" screws under the windshield, however the dash seemed no closer to coming off when I removed them...

So I thought I would ask for some assistance...

- Chris

 

[bcoulter19]

what kind of ram mount? if you want to take the dash off if you will go to this link and the first part of the PDF is telling you how to take the dash off. I'm not sure about the top part of the dash.

http://gnipsel.com/spyderpdf/DP-1.pdf

Bill C.

 

[caw001]

what kind of ram mount? if you want to take the dash off if you will go to this link and the first part of the PDF is telling you how to take the dash off. I'm not sure about the top part of the dash.

http://gnipsel.com/spyderpdf/DP-1.pdf

Bill C.

It's a 1" RAM Mount. I actually want to mount it on the top of the dash cover (facing the windshield). So I will need to be able to get a screw and nut in there, and I don't want to drill through both layers...

 

[bcoulter19]

on the home screen jt machine shop has a bracket that attaches with those top 2 screws you were talking about and a 1" ram ball screws into it.

 

[bcoulter19]

just go here

http://gnipsel.com/spyderstore/index.php?route=product/category&path=63

and you will see it.

Bill C.

 

[bcoulter19]

By the way John if you see this if he buys something I want a commission . LOL :doorag:

Bill C.

 

[caw001]

just go here

http://gnipsel.com/spyderstore/index.php?route=product/category&path=63

and you will see it.

Bill C.

I really like that. I'm concerned with the length of the arm I would need... I want it for a drink holder so it has to go up over the dash and be able to allow room for the cup to swivel... I may have to re-think my plan... I do like this better than drilling holes in my plastic...

I like the adapter ring for the power adapters too...

Thanks

Chris

 

[finless]

Here is an alternative way.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...IY-GPS-mount-and-hookup-with-12V-outlet-video

I use the RAM mount there as a cup holder or for my GPS.

Bob

 

[bcoulter19]

You can always PM JT he is on here all the time.

 

[NautiBrit]

.......... allow room for the cup to swivel...

Chris

I wouldn't worry too much about swivel room, if your Spyder is tilted over that much, you've got other problems ray:

Three wheels do have their benefits.

 

[bluestratos]

To answer the actual question here is how you remove the top cover of the actual dash:

1. Remove both mirrors
2. Remove both vent wings
3. Remove both access covers when the frunk is open (black plastic with one rivet)
4. Remove the painted access covers on each side (snap off)
5. Remove the left and right upper painted side panels
6. Remove the front painted bezel that surrounds the headlights
7. Remove the covers on the windscreen, left and right side come off with one screw as seen from drivers side (slide a piece of paper under the bottom edge to protect the screen as they slide down then out)
8. Remove the windscreen
9. Remove the windscreen mount
10. Remove the two wings on the left and right side of the dash
11. Remove the screws holding the dash on (3) + 2 stainless found on the surface of the cover in the 2 wells
12. Push the cover slightly forward and work up over the remaining bracket arms. It helps to move the arm up or down with the switch but not necessary.

You are now looking at the motor for the windscreen, and the back side of the dash. There is actually a lot of usable room in here so I have taken advantage of it.

If you have an electric drill or impact gun you can remove all the parts in less than 10 minutes if your are prepared. I keep a plastic muti bin container ready to put each group of screws/etc in so I can reassemble with ease. I have set up a cart that has every tool I need to strip the bike to the frame.

 

[finless]

There is actually a lot of usable room in here so I have taken advantage of it.

What did you use it for?

Bob

 

[bluestratos]

I have a junction block for power and ground, my dash cam, cell phone and radar cables tucked away in here. Also switches mounted facing downward, led for alarm. Anything that does not need regular access or maintenance.