Best way to remove the half cab back to install full cab back

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I am going to build a flat bed on my hilux. And am Looking for the cleanest way to pull the half cab back out so i can install the full cab back suggestions please

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[WranglerMan]

I have been thinking about doing that myself. But if you really glued the half cab panel in like I did,it may be a chore. Since I used plastic weld and shoe goo,I would almost have to use my dremel and slowly go at it without damaging the cab. If you used only one glue and didn't really weld the plastic,you may be able to use a hobby knife and cut it loose. Disclaimer: I'm not responsible for any cuts by using a hobby knife or sharp cutting tools as I'm only giving some ideas.

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Originally Posted by WranglerMan

I have been thinking about doing that myself. But if you really glued the half cab panel in like I did,it may be a chore. Since I used plastic weld and shoe goo,I would almost have to use my dremel and slowly go at it without damaging the cab. If you used only one glue and didn't really weld the plastic,you may be able to use a hobby knife and cut it loose. Disclaimer: I'm not responsible for any cuts by using a hobby knife or sharp cutting tools as I'm only giving some ideas.

Thanks i was thinking that. Or maybe a heat gun or acetone its the rtr i didnt put it to gether

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[Natedog]

Dunno, was considering doing same on mine, but it's glued in from the factory. Wish I had a good suggestion for this.

[WranglerMan]

The heat gun and acetone will more than likely melt the plastic. I would go another route if it was me. Chances are the cab back half panel isn't adhered that well,but I'm taking a guess because I put my cab together.

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I think iam gonna boil it like you do with tires and rims

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[WranglerMan]

Keep us updated

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Originally Posted by WranglerMan

Keep us updated

Will do prob wont be till tomorrow but if i come up with a good way ill make a how to video

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[D654]

You can use thread or a very fine line to precisely cut the plastic. Just go slow, sand to a straight finish. Leave yourself a little wiggle room for finish sanding though.


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Originally Posted by D654

You can use thread or a very fine line to precisely cut the plastic. Just go slow, sand to a straight finish. Leave yourself a little wiggle room for finish sanding though.


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Ive used that technique. ......for where Where the cab meets the panel that might be the trick

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[Bucko]

I also considered doing this, but instead of removing the half back I would cut the full back and use just the lower section, glue it and finish the seam.

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Originally Posted by Bucko

I also considered doing this, but instead of removing the half back I would cut the full back and use just the lower section, glue it and finish the seam.

Wow so simple exactly what iam going to do. I never got around to boiling it so thanks

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