Re: Sagging driver's door

[Scott Hinojos <lightsplicer@xxxxxxxxx>]

Thank you, George! For the time being, my '64 is my daily driver, so sending the hinges out isn't an option. I'll check out that website and see if they can do anything for me anyway.

Thanks again,
~S~

On Jul 13, 2011, at 11:30, george smith <bt6t4@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Hinges and bushings are worn to the point they need to be rebuilt. I'm sure they 
> can be repaired if you choose to do so. I sent all 4 of mine to 
> "Superbirdbod.com" and he rebuilt all 4 to perfection. It ran like 175.-200 and 
> that was several yrs. ago. If you know someone you can get the parts and have it 
> done cheaper. Bottom line is; they are worn and need replacing. Good luck!
>  
> George
> 
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: Scott Hinojos <lightsplicer@xxxxxxxxx>
> To: "1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx" <1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Wed, July 13, 2011 11:22:46 AM
> Subject: Sagging driver's door
> 
> Hey folks! I was wondering how difficult it is to repair a sagging door. It 
> doesn't look like it's ever been in an accident, only that the hinges or 
> bushings (?) are worn.
> 
> It doesn't outline the procedure in the service manual, only how to shim and 
> align the door. Well, if it's worn, shimming up the door only puts a band-aid on 
> the problem.
> 
> Is it as simple as putting a jack under the door for support, and pushing the 
> hinge pins out, then dropping in new parts? Is it more difficult? Where would I 
> get those parts? Are they pretty much generic parts, or are there even better 
> replacement parts out there than originally came with the car?
> 
> Thanks in advance!
> ~S~
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