Door removal

[HEMICUDA]

This task sounds like its going to be PITA to do

Nah, pretty simple actually, you'll see if you do it.

[Cuda70-74]

This task sounds like its going to be PITA to do

Nah, pretty simple actually, you'll see if you do it.

I always sucked at aligning doors. My mustang doors still not aligned properly. I do need to get some better hinges tho

[HEMICUDA]

This task sounds like its going to be PITA to do

Nah, pretty simple actually, you'll see if you do it.

I always sucked at aligning doors. My mustang doors still not aligned properly. I do need to get some better hinges tho

You're correct, doors can be a challenge, good hinges are important.  Keep in mind, the quality of these cars back in the day isn't remotely close to cars today.  I find we have to correct gaps and body lines even on an all original sheet metal car.

[fireguyfire]

Great info fellas; sounds like I need to send my hinges out for rebuilding before I can get to proper gap setting and body work.

[Cuda70-74]

Great info fellas; sounds like I need to send my hinges out for rebuilding before I can get to proper gap setting and body work.

Theres a guy on here name MoparLeo that rebuild  E-body doors hinges for 185. Thats who im going to send my too.

[Cuda70-74]

This task sounds like its going to be PITA to do

Nah, pretty simple actually, you'll see if you do it.

I always sucked at aligning doors. My mustang doors still not aligned properly. I do need to get some better hinges tho

You're correct, doors can be a challenge, good hinges are important.  Keep in mind, the quality of these cars back in the day isn't remotely close to cars today.  I find we have to correct gaps and body lines even on an all original sheet metal car.

I agree

[anlauto]

This task sounds like its going to be PITA to do

I've uninstalled and installed plenty of doors in my day, just take your time and be patient, and you'll figure it out. There are many different methods that can be used, you'll find the one that is right for you. Of course having an extra set of hands is nice, but like mentioned, you can use tools like an engine hoist to help hold the weight.

Rebuilt door hinges is pretty much a must if you find any kind of wear in your hinges. MoparLeo sounds like a great source. if you don't want to tackle them yourself. AMD also sells reproduction door hinges.

[HEMICUDA]

This task sounds like its going to be PITA to do

I've uninstalled and installed plenty of doors in my day, just take your time and be patient, and you'll figure it out. There are many different methods that can be used, you'll find the one that is right for you. Of course having an extra set of hands is nice, but like mentioned, you can use tools like an engine hoist to help hold the weight.

Rebuilt door hinges is pretty much a must if you find any kind of wear in your hinges. MoparLeo sounds like a great source. if you don't want to tackle them yourself. AMD also sells reproduction door hinges.

Since you've "installed plenty of doors", how exactly do you install and load the doors so the body lines line up?  I'm always interested in learning from others that have so much experience?  To install doors, I have a padded door cradle specifically designed to mount to a floor jack.  However, you are absolutely correct, a little helper does make it much easier.

[fireguyfire]

My hinges will be going to MoparLeo

[Slotts]

 

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[Bossgold]

So here is a dumb question....my driver door hinges are worn and passenger is perfect.  So I was thinking to remove the top hinge and send it to Leo for repair.

Question : can I remove the top hinge without removing the fender or door? anybody try this as long as the door is held up properly? I can get tools in there but before I even think about this want to see if anyone has tried this....thanks

[fireguyfire]

Just a heads up; was just in contact with MoparLeo a week or so back and he will only restore the hinges as a full set; not just the drivers side hinges which are usually the most worn for obvious reasons

[HEMICUDA]

So here is a dumb question....my driver door hinges are worn and passenger is perfect.  So I was thinking to remove the top hinge and send it to Leo for repair.

Question : can I remove the top hinge without removing the fender or door? anybody try this as long as the door is held up properly? I can get tools in there but before I even think about this want to see if anyone has tried this....thanks

Sure you can, take the inner fender shield out and take a look.  You can get to all x4 of the bolts from inside the fender, remember there is one behind the kick panel on the inside of the car (take that one out first).

The upper hinges are pretty simple to do yourself, all you may need is a set of new bronze bushing and maybe a new pin.

Here's a Dorman kit to do one side.  When I restore cars, I have the customer get the Resto Rick complete kit, the lower hinges don't use the bushings like the top.  Rick supplies over sized pins for the bottom hinges so you drill out and ream the hole for the larger pin.  Rick also supplies the reamer if you need it, also, I would never use the reproduction hinges unless your originals are bad and there's no rebuildable originals left on the planet.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Door-Hinge-Pin-Bushing-Kit-Dorman-38382/371727581048?fits=Model%3ACuda&hash=item568cb0bf78:g:DfoAAOSwSDxbmnC8

[HEMICUDA]

You may want to call Rick www.restorick.com, really good guy to deal with and a real restorer that's very talented.

[JS29]

@Cuda Cody Suggested preloading the door with a chain laid out accost the bottom. I can't remember how much weight he said, I THINK he said 50 pounds but i won't swear to it. I read this in another tread.  This forum is intended to help others and share ideas and experiences. NOT to berate