Any Tips for Dash Removal?

yeah, take it out... I can't imagine taping around the bezels and having it turn out well. There's plenty to do, but you also would have the chance to check all the wiring, which is a common problem. Clean all the connections on both sides of the bulkhead connector and pack it with dielectric grease before you put it back together, it a weak link that never gets fixed until it burns up... sometimes along with the whole car.