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Old 02-07-2016, 04:18 PM   #60
RockinKees
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Re: Got it one piece at a time... 51 chev

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Originally Posted by LOW A D View Post
I adjust the doors before i start welding in any patches.. As i weld in cab corners and the outer cowl patch, etc., I make the patches fit the door. Another little tip here, I always remove the door latch or striker before lining up the door because the latch can pull the door up or down unless it is perfectly aligned. After the door fits nice I set the striker and latch in the correct position. After new weather strip is installed you may need to make some minor adjustments but the door should stay pretty much in the same spot. Hope this helps
This sure helps, a lot!!
Thanks!!

I now know what to do
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