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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Body, Glass & Paint => Topic started by: Zeked on December 21, 2009, 12:32:14 pm

Title: Door Tools....
Post by: Zeked on December 21, 2009, 12:32:14 pm

I am about to begin restoring my '87 Chevy ShortStep .....

What special tools should I get before removing the doors?

My Ol Dad used to say:  "There aint no hard jobs...just jobs you dont have the right
tools for."  He's been awful right.

Zeke

Title: Re: Door Tools....
Post by: 4x4orbust on December 21, 2009, 12:50:27 pm

i don't think you need any special tools to remove the doors.   just a 9/16 or 5/8 socket, ratchet, and maybe a drill to drill out the rivets on the boot that the electrical runs through (if you have power windows/locks)   it is easier to remove the doors if you take the fender off, but not necessary.

Title: Re: Door Tools....
Post by: 78 Chevyrado on December 21, 2009, 02:04:40 pm

Nothing special needed unless you want to take the springs off the hinges.

Title: Re: Door Tools....
Post by: VileZambonie on December 21, 2009, 03:11:24 pm

If you don't have an assistant it's easier/lighter too to gut the door while it's on the truck. A block of wood and a floor jack is helpful too.