How do you remove the upper dash panel?

[bubblerboy64]

I am not certain what you would correctly call the piece I want to
remove. Its front panel at head level above the windshield, above
the panel that contains the radio and heater controls. I looked
around and the screws holding this piece in place are behind the
elbow shaped ends of the side compartments. If I could get the ends
of the side compartments off I believe the front panel would be
easy. For the life of me I see no way to get those small elbow
shaped panels loose. Gotta be a way. My goal is to cover the old
black panels at the front of the bus with some light colored vinyl or
leather. Wouldn't think this too difficult once removed. Appreciate
the help.
John Heckman
Central Pa
1973 FC