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Door Hinges
Has anyone had to replace the middle hinge on the doors ? (I think this acts as a stopper for no letting the door open too wide).
For whatever reason one side is missing on my car. |
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11-29-2001, 07:28 AM
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Jim that is a door stopper NOt a middle hinge. If it is missing it could be because it was "ripped out". Sometimes over years or hard use they wear themselves out of the door. You can buy a kit to fix it as well as a new stopper. I imagine pelican has these, or someone may have a spare one to sell?
Shawn
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11-29-2001, 07:54 AM
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Also, don't forget that the door stop mechanism also prevents you from tearing up the fronts of your doors when fully open. Definitely install missing door stops.
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11-29-2001, 08:09 AM
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Jim:
You need to tend to this ASAP. This can be a very expensive fix as it can require new door sheet metal. You may already be at that point in fact. I am putting "beauty" fixes on hold while I take care of this exact thing on a '78SC. I have no indications that there are any problems but I am putting in the strengthening kit as soon as possible. Jw |
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11-29-2001, 08:56 AM
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Funny you should say that...
Indeed, my driver door will require repair (possibly a new skin).
Man, this is an expensive hobby !!! |
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