1979-1986 Console Armrest Hinge Reinforcement Kit Installation
Date Created: 4/18/2023
Last Updated: 4/18/2023
Flimsy or broken console armrest hinges in the 79-86 Mustang are common. 5.0 Resto has the fix for you to eliminate these problems!
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Tools Needed
- Phillips Head Screwdriver
1979-1986 Console Armrest Hinge Reinforcement Kit Installation
- To begin, open your console lid and remove the two upper screws; once these are out of the way, you can set the console lid/armrest assembly to the side.
- Next, remove the two lower screws.
- Dislodge the console trim panel and set it aside.
- Take the new 50 Resto bracket and install the U-nuts onto the inside hole of each bracket.
- Reinstall the console trim panel, install the four lower screws, slide the console armrest pad back, and reinstall the two upper screws. Hand-tighten all of these evenly.
- Check over your work, and you are all done!
Conclusion
Alright, folks! I hope this article helped you understand the installation process for this 5.0 Resto Reienforcenet bracket.! If you need more details on this process, watch the video at the top of the page. For all things 1979 to 1993 Mustang, keep it right here with the real enthusiasts, LMR.com!
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How To: 1979-1986 Fox Body Mustang Console Armrest Hinge Reinforcement Kit Installation
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Published on 2023-04-05
In this video, Jude talks about the process of installing the 5.0 Resto center console armrest hinge reinforcement kit on a 1979-1986 Fox Body Mustang.
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Jay has written content for Late Model Restoration for over 10 years, producing over 120 articles. Jay has an extensive 25-plus-year background in automotive and is a certified Ford Technician.
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