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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Body, Glass & Paint => Topic started by: 123 pugsy on October 30, 2005, 07:38:00 pm

Title: Door
Post by: 123 pugsy on October 30, 2005, 07:38:00 pm

I have a 76 long box.Came with rust free "CAPA" doors.First question is:does anyone know if these doors will fit better than other after markets?
Second question oes anyone know how to get out a bubble in the door.Pop it in it pops out...Its at the top front just below the body line.There was a dent there and I pulled it out a wee bit too much

Title: Re: Door
Post by: roundedline on October 31, 2005, 12:42:00 pm

Fit-Rite has the best fit for aftermarket parts.  Anything you get be it aftermarket or factory will require alignment/fitting.

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Title: Re: Door
Post by: shaved80 on November 01, 2005, 12:25:00 am

you'll have to shrink the metal. if you have or know anyone with a stud gun, there are shrinking tips you can use. or you can get a shrinking hammer, hit it down a bit. orrr if you're cheap, this is a very old school way that i wouldn't recommend unless you have experience with this. pop it so the "bubble" is sticking out using a oxy/acetylene heat it up until it is red hot, hit it right in the middle, then wipe with a wet rag

Title: Re: Door
Post by: 123 pugsy on November 01, 2005, 12:37:00 pm

I've got a shrinking hammer ,but I must be holding the wrong end.What's the proper way to use this device?