First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List ......................................................................... I bought the hinge repair kit for my 69, but ended up going for new hinges. I never even attempted to use the repair kit, so I don't know how effective it is. The new (aftermarket) hinges worked fine but Larry is correct as you suspected, it is a lot of work and patience (and you will need help) to allign all the points on the doors. You should be able to do it without taking off the fenders.
Either way, I recommend replacing one hinge at a time so that the door remains attached to the car at all times. This will make it easier to attach. Good luck. Vince 69 Conv First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List ......................................................................... I recommend going for the hinge repair kit. I have read complaints about the fit of the reproduction hinges causing door to panel alignment issues. If you remove the fenders, drill two 1/8" holes in each side of the hinge through the body or door. These marks will give you reference to get the door back into the original alignment. If you leave the fenders in place I don't think you will be able to drill the alignment holes, so you can find some other means of marking. Alignment holes are a big help since a pin can be used to guide the hinge to the correct/original position. Larry First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List ......................................................................... I need some advice on repairing the sagging driver's side door on my '68 convertible.? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Submissions to Firebird-L: <[email protected]> Unsubscribe from Firebird-L: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Help: <http://FirstGenFirebird.org/firebird/Firebird-L.html> Classifieds: <http://FirstGenFirebird.org/ubb/> Owner Pictures: <http://FirstGenFirebird.org/show/> Donations: <http://FirstGenFirebird.org/store/cart.mv?999999> FGF Merchandise: <http://FirstGenFirebird.org/store>
