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Slonaker · 03-03-2003, 01:14 PM

The early and late ones (I don't know when they switched) are almost the same. I have an early one in my '86 pickup, but it is held in place by one less screw than the original. The early ones don't have a mounting point near the top hinge.

I found out the hard way when I bought the wrong one for my truck. It fits, but is not mounted as securely.

I have not changed out the rubber, but I was told that the rivet has to be removed from the upper hinge to replace it. I need to replace mine, so I am interested in reading what others have to say.

Slonaker

Edit: chauffeur types faster than I do...

03-03-2003, 01:14 PM	#3
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	The early and late ones (I don't know when they switched) are almost the same. I have an early one in my '86 pickup, but it is held in place by one less screw than the original. The early ones don't have a mounting point near the top hinge. I found out the hard way when I bought the wrong one for my truck. It fits, but is not mounted as securely. I have not changed out the rubber, but I was told that the rivet has to be removed from the upper hinge to replace it. I need to replace mine, so I am interested in reading what others have to say. Slonaker Edit: chauffeur types faster than I do... __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado