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Number21 · 09-02-2009, 09:20 PM

I'm still not sure whether or not I want to fix or replace the rusty cab and doors on my '79. Amazingly the fenders and bedsides are completely rust free even though the cab can almost be powered flintstone style.

Anyway, can anyone tell me what doors will fit on a '79 or earlier cab? Did they ever change the opening/hinges/latches? Can I get some off a newer suburban? (local yard has a ton of them)

jrsmith_2010 · 09-02-2009, 09:23 PM

im pretty sure they are all the same for the 73-87 modles, someone correct me if im wrong, if not they should just bolt on

3r!c84 · 09-02-2009, 09:32 PM

all the same

flamingbig10 · 09-02-2009, 09:34 PM

the only changes are 73-76 doors aren't made for power window or locks, 77-87 (88-91r/v) are almost the same except the door panels and inside door handles changed in 81

Number21 · 09-02-2009, 09:43 PM

SWEET!

I opened the door on one of the burbs and was just speachless about how nice and easy and quiet it opened and closed. Too bad some idiot ruined the engine in it and wrote "clunker" on the outside.

Number21 · 09-03-2009, 06:06 AM

Alright, while we're talking about it - how do the doors come off, hinges and all? Looks like 3-4 bolts in each hinge on the body, is that it?

elwoods76 · 09-03-2009, 11:14 AM

If the hinges are in good shape and quiet on the new doors, your best bet is to pull the doors off with the hinges. If they are power doors take the time to undo the wiring harness and all of the wires before you start loosening the bolts. Yes there are 2 hinges per door and either 3 or 4 bolts per hinge(can't remember sitting at my work desk).

09-02-2009, 09:20 PM	#1
Number21 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 611	Cab/door interchangeability? I'm still not sure whether or not I want to fix or replace the rusty cab and doors on my '79. Amazingly the fenders and bedsides are completely rust free even though the cab can almost be powered flintstone style. Anyway, can anyone tell me what doors will fit on a '79 or earlier cab? Did they ever change the opening/hinges/latches? Can I get some off a newer suburban? (local yard has a ton of them) Last edited by Number21; 09-02-2009 at 09:21 PM.

09-02-2009, 09:23 PM	#2
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: Cab/door interchangeability? im pretty sure they are all the same for the 73-87 modles, someone correct me if im wrong, if not they should just bolt on

09-02-2009, 09:32 PM	#3
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: Cab/door interchangeability? all the same __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

09-02-2009, 09:34 PM	#4
flamingbig10 6.0 powered square Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite texas Posts: 3,459	Re: Cab/door interchangeability? the only changes are 73-76 doors aren't made for power window or locks, 77-87 (88-91r/v) are almost the same except the door panels and inside door handles changed in 81 __________________ Aaron 1980 c-10 short bed lowered, cammed 6.0, 4l80e 3600 stall, smp tune, wilwoods, and flames best time so far best et 7.86 @87 on motor 7.57 90 on a 75 shot Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283326

09-02-2009, 09:43 PM	#5
Number21 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 611	Re: Cab/door interchangeability? SWEET! I opened the door on one of the burbs and was just speachless about how nice and easy and quiet it opened and closed. Too bad some idiot ruined the engine in it and wrote "clunker" on the outside.

09-03-2009, 06:06 AM	#6
Number21 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 611	Re: Cab/door interchangeability? Alright, while we're talking about it - how do the doors come off, hinges and all? Looks like 3-4 bolts in each hinge on the body, is that it?

09-03-2009, 11:14 AM	#7
elwoods76 Just Cruizin Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pleasant Grove,Utah Posts: 154	Re: Cab/door interchangeability? If the hinges are in good shape and quiet on the new doors, your best bet is to pull the doors off with the hinges. If they are power doors take the time to undo the wiring harness and all of the wires before you start loosening the bolts. Yes there are 2 hinges per door and either 3 or 4 bolts per hinge(can't remember sitting at my work desk).



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