Yupp, that about sums it up exactly...
The passenger airbag didn't happen to me but I did take out the dash twice though.
I made a note somewhere about the clock screw/clip situation. I think it was in the install for the gauges and clock relocation. I took out the screws too, so don't feel too bad...
Glovebox, yeah it's dumb that it doesn't come apart. I would love to get a nice clean cut behind the handle but, oh well.
And the smell will go away really soon, It won't last forever but it sure does make you dizzy after a couple hours of it!
Why are you having that gauges installed? You must have the tools to pull that off yourself. The install is easy as long as you have a bung for the o2 Sensor.