I've changed out a lot of door skins.
The best way to fold the lip is to use a hammer and dolly. Don't fully crimp any one section all the way at first...rather, work around the skin gradually.
Before you start folding the lip, make sure you have the skin lined up correctly. If you get it wrong, it cannot be corrected later.
Most importantly, don't get in a rush. Caulk the skin where the frame will rest, then lower the frame onto the skin.
When you're all done crimping, apply a couple of spot welds to lock the skin in position, then apply a finish bead of caulk to the exposed seam. Also, don't forget to shoot some rustproofing into the inside of the door all along the new seam.
Typically, after a good door skin installation job the need for filler is minimal, and can usually be taken care of with a few coats of primer.
Good luck.
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'68 C20 - fresh 355,CH465,Dana 60, front disc brakes, rough body
'68 Chevelle ragtop project
'57 Belair hardtop project
'00 S10 pickup daily driver
'00 Chev Malibu the wife's car
tons of ambition
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'68 C20 - fresh 355,CH465,Dana 60, front disc brakes, rough body
'68 Chevelle ragtop project
'57 Belair hardtop project
'00 S10 pickup daily driver
'00 Chev Malibu the wife's car
tons of ambition
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