Was able to replace mine with a power outlet from West Marine with the dash in. Not a major problem IIRC. 

Karl Wolz
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> On Jan 12, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Neil2 <vidublu@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> I've got the same loose lighter issue but the dash is in.  Felt around with
> my hand from the glove box and ashtray entries but no luck.
> 
>> On Tue, Jan 12, 2016 at 9:22 AM, Robert Clemmer <n51219@comcast.net> wrote:
>> 
>> What is the secret to removing the cigarette lighter from the dash.  I
>> cannot see any way to remove this without destroying it.  I have the dash
>> out and on a table, but still cannot see any way to get it out.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> It has been loose and wobbly in the dash for many many years so while its'
>> all apart for the heater I'm doing the "you might as wells".
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Bob C
> 
> 
> 
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