Removing doors
06-23-2010, 11:19 AM
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Removing doors
Hey I've got a 2005 TJ and I can't seem to get the doors off. I've removed the bolts on the hinges but they won't slide off. Before I pull out my hammer, does anyone have a suggestion on how to loosen the doors from the hinges?
Thanks
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06-24-2010, 07:56 AM
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Re: Removing doors
That will help get them off their hinge.
Once off, do your self a favour, and apply a small amount of grease on the hinge pins when you put your doors back on, then work the grease in by open and closing the door a number of times. Not only will this help the next time you take your doors off, it will allow the doors to function smoother.
Once off, do your self a favour, and apply a small amount of grease on the hinge pins when you put your doors back on, then work the grease in by open and closing the door a number of times. Not only will this help the next time you take your doors off, it will allow the doors to function smoother.
06-24-2010, 03:23 PM
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Re: Removing doors
Give this site a go
http://www.wd40.com/faqs/
Scroll down to were they talk about safe surfaces to use it on.
Your efforts will be paided back 10 fold, first time you go top down doors off.....and get that look of envy from a FJ at the stop light :) Only in a Jeep!
http://www.wd40.com/faqs/
Scroll down to were they talk about safe surfaces to use it on.
Your efforts will be paided back 10 fold, first time you go top down doors off.....and get that look of envy from a FJ at the stop light :) Only in a Jeep!
06-24-2010, 09:16 PM
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06-25-2010, 05:35 AM
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Re: Removing doors
I used my Penzoil Performance grease. It's thick but flows great hot or cold and stays in place. Sounds weird but for the last 10 or so years that's all I've been using in all my 4X4 and snowmobiles. I just did my Jeep JK last monday night and what a difference.
06-25-2010, 05:28 PM
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Re: Removing doors
I wish I could leave the doors of like RiponredTJ suggested, but have to park in places I'd be worried some sleeze bag will try something.
Only on holidays can I pull of the no top no door, no excusses rule.
Nice picture RiponredTJ
Only on holidays can I pull of the no top no door, no excusses rule.
Nice picture RiponredTJ
07-04-2010, 10:33 PM
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Re: Removing doors
I use Zep45,or Wd40 will work,grab the door in a position where you can "rock"it up & down,needs lots of elbow grease the first time.Or you can use a 4x4 wood block and a jack to put a SLIGHT amount of pressure on the door combined with method above.Once off I strongly urge you to put Anti-seize on your hinge pins,it makes a world of difference.
