Dodgefran 10 Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 (edited) Hello, Now I have to tackle the back door top hinges. I've been looking for a few weeks with no solid information. I am trying to find info on the structure of the door where the hinges attach. This truck was in an accident (before I bought it). I know what I have to do to grind off those awful welds somebody did, but I am not familiar with the support structure. I would be grateful for some tips on what I'll find inside these doors when I open them up, and how to fix the structure. Hopefully pictures too. Thanks Quote Edit Edited August 18, 2020 by Dodgefran pictures (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
johnworden1 16 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Unable to see your pics. John Link to post Share on other sites
1939_Buick 369 Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 On 8/19/2020 at 1:48 PM, johnworden1 said: Unable to see your pics. John The thread in the other forum https://p15-d24.com/topic/53524-my-success-hinges-on-your-help/?tab=comments# Looks like tried to copy and paste 1 Link to post Share on other sites
johnworden1 16 Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 I suggest that you grind off the weld trying to leave as much of the underlying original metal in place initially. Carefully inspect the remains for indications of attachment to inner structure. Then remove enough more metal to expose the inner support structure. Working from the inner outward restore the structure and finish sheet metal to original contour. Attach hinges as intended with restored sets or replacements. It will will then become an exorcise in door fitment to properly place the hinges. It can be done. Luck. John Link to post Share on other sites
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