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rfraley
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Hello,I'm disassembling a 68 GTS convertible to get it ready to have it media blasted,when I remove the doors should I install some braces in the door jams and across the back (from side to side)? I'm worried the body will buckle.Thanks
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Jim_Lusk
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We've had both my son's 67 Dart convertible andmy 67 Barracuda convertible on stands without the door area supported, BUT I never transported either one that way. It wouldn't be abad idea to make up triangular braces that use the hinge bolt holes and the striker hole. Use a good sized plate at the striker. The back isn't going anywhere.
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rfraley
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plus it's going on a rotisserie,do you think 1" x 1" square tube bolted to the upper hinge and the striker be ok? Thanks for your advice
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I'd triangulate it by using both hinge areas, not just one, but yes that should do the job.
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