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thomasc
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Posted: Mon Nov 07, 2016 2:37 pm Post subject: door hinges |
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is it a big job to replace door hinges on a 61 Bonneville 2 door. _________________ |
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Larry Site Admin
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Posted: Mon Nov 07, 2016 10:42 pm Post subject: Door Hinges |
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About the only thing easy about this is that it is a two-door and not a four-door.
Seriously, it is difficult in that the door is one heavy son-of-a-gun to deal with- both removing without twisting and falling, and then hanging, and aligning. Additionally, you will be dealing with a pretty strong spring, making it even more difficult.
All that said, nothing is impossible. At least they aren't welded hinges! Have lots of support materials, blankets, and a strong young helper who doesn't get upset when you yell... which surely rules out your helper being a girl!
If you have good paint, chipping is a very distinct possibility if you can't man-handle the big door. Be sure, also, that you read up on aligning doors. Different hinges may be off just enough to require twisting the door. That's why body shops keep big 2x2s around!
Have you thought of replacing the pin bushings? That could be done a lot easier, while keeping the original hinges.
You Tube has a lot of clips, but none about your specific car. Still they show what is involved.
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