View Single Post
Old 10-19-2018, 12:45 AM   #8
WB72
Before and After
 
WB72's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Leduc, Alberta CANADA
Posts: 632
Re: Door Mounting Plate is lost inside pillar!!

I have come to realize that body work is going to happen, I just want minimal amounts.

I think I am going to build a new 1/4” plate threaded to the template of the larger opening of the cab.

I’ll cut a 3/8” or so slot on the front of the pillar as close to the height of the hinge position.

Tack a rigid wire to the threaded plate.

Fish it into place and thread all 3 bolts into the plate.add a dab of silicone to the plate and tighten the bolts to allow the silicone to dry.

Remove wire.

Repair cut out slot.

Install door hinge.

If adjustment is required I’m sure the silicone will give way and allow movement with persuasion.


I would like to know if there are any issues other than not being able to remove the door hinge ever again without losing that plate once again.
__________________
Not Grandpa's C-20 anymore...
383 Stroker 425HP, 485Ft/Lbs
Lowered 3.5" Front / 5" Rear
66,000 miles.
Alberta, CANADA
WB72 is offline   Reply With Quote