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| Tweet Topic Started: Jan 14 2012, 10:41 AM (243 Views) | |
| Camaros4Life | Jan 14 2012, 10:41 AM Post #1 |
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Hey guys, well im getting down to installing the door handles and exterior parts on my car and I am having a problem with the drivers side door latching all the way closed. I have installed new weatherstripping on each door and this morning i started to install the drivers side door handle, striker, and door lock. I have everything installed correctly on the door and have the striker installed. The problem is when i go to close my door the latch catches but will not close the door 100%. The drivers side door sticks out about 1/4 of an inch and i am not sure how to solve this problem. I know the new rubber on the door is creating a tight seal, but i dont know why the latch isnt closing all the way. There is some play in it. Is there any way to adjust this latch? |
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| TPI-Formula350- | Jan 14 2012, 11:00 AM Post #2 |
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You can adjust the striker a little which might help. |
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| SeriousGearhead | Jan 14 2012, 11:34 AM Post #3 |
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^ What he said. Take your time though, make small adjustments and close the door slowly when you're checking it. Just a few tips from watching other people screw it up. Lol. |
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| Camaros4Life | Jan 14 2012, 11:45 AM Post #4 |
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Thats what i have been doing. The striker doesn't go in enough though. it needs to go in at least another 1/8" before it would even be close. My father had an idea to file the hole for the striker in a little so there would be room for more adjustment. I dont know how to tell if the latches are worn or not though. It is coming together great otherwise. |
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| SeriousGearhead | Jan 14 2012, 11:50 AM Post #5 |
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EKG
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Is the door latching to the second latch point? Meaning you can hear the latch click once for the safety catch, then again for the fully closed position. |
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| Camaros4Life | Jan 14 2012, 11:56 AM Post #6 |
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No it will only click once. Even when i play with the latch with a screw driver, it will not make that final click to seal the door totally shut. |
![]() Engine: -350ci Small Block Chevy, Punched out .060 to make 360Ci, Speed Pro Flat top pistons --Edelbrock Ram Air 2 --Quick Fuel 750 DP --Patriot Performance Freedom Series Aluminum Heads: 2.02 / 1.60 --Comp Cams --Hooker Super Comp Shorty Headers --MSD HEI, 8.5mm Wires -- Champion 3 Core All Aluminum Radiator Transmission / Driveshaft / Rearend / Suspension: -Mad Dog Stage 3 700r4 --3in Custom Build Driveshaft --3.73 Built 4th Gen Posi --Upgraded C5 Front Disk Brakes --Subframe Connectors -- Full UMI / Spohn Suspension Interior: -Black Panels, Carpet, Headliner --4th Gen Black and Yellow Seats --B&M Mega Shifter --Autometer Gauges Exterior: -2010 Corvette Yellow --(91-92) Aero Ground Effects --3 Inch Cowl Hood --C6 Wheels --86 Firebird Spoiler --6000k HID's | |
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| charged355 | Jan 14 2012, 01:29 PM Post #7 |
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If you can't engage the latch twice with a screwdriver and the door open, it's bad, try cleaning and greasing it, adjusting the striker won't do dick until your latch can operate proper, which is two closed positions. |
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| Camaros4Life | Jan 15 2012, 02:27 PM Post #8 |
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The new weatherstripping was too think on 2 parts of the door. I had to shave down some of the new excess rubber for the door to latch closed 100% |
![]() Engine: -350ci Small Block Chevy, Punched out .060 to make 360Ci, Speed Pro Flat top pistons --Edelbrock Ram Air 2 --Quick Fuel 750 DP --Patriot Performance Freedom Series Aluminum Heads: 2.02 / 1.60 --Comp Cams --Hooker Super Comp Shorty Headers --MSD HEI, 8.5mm Wires -- Champion 3 Core All Aluminum Radiator Transmission / Driveshaft / Rearend / Suspension: -Mad Dog Stage 3 700r4 --3in Custom Build Driveshaft --3.73 Built 4th Gen Posi --Upgraded C5 Front Disk Brakes --Subframe Connectors -- Full UMI / Spohn Suspension Interior: -Black Panels, Carpet, Headliner --4th Gen Black and Yellow Seats --B&M Mega Shifter --Autometer Gauges Exterior: -2010 Corvette Yellow --(91-92) Aero Ground Effects --3 Inch Cowl Hood --C6 Wheels --86 Firebird Spoiler --6000k HID's | |
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| Camaros4Life | Jan 17 2012, 10:20 AM Post #9 |
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After keeping the doors closed for a few days, they seem to close much easier. Can anyone recommend a decent weather stripping glue to secure the sides and front and where to get it? |
![]() Engine: -350ci Small Block Chevy, Punched out .060 to make 360Ci, Speed Pro Flat top pistons --Edelbrock Ram Air 2 --Quick Fuel 750 DP --Patriot Performance Freedom Series Aluminum Heads: 2.02 / 1.60 --Comp Cams --Hooker Super Comp Shorty Headers --MSD HEI, 8.5mm Wires -- Champion 3 Core All Aluminum Radiator Transmission / Driveshaft / Rearend / Suspension: -Mad Dog Stage 3 700r4 --3in Custom Build Driveshaft --3.73 Built 4th Gen Posi --Upgraded C5 Front Disk Brakes --Subframe Connectors -- Full UMI / Spohn Suspension Interior: -Black Panels, Carpet, Headliner --4th Gen Black and Yellow Seats --B&M Mega Shifter --Autometer Gauges Exterior: -2010 Corvette Yellow --(91-92) Aero Ground Effects --3 Inch Cowl Hood --C6 Wheels --86 Firebird Spoiler --6000k HID's | |
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| charged355 | Jan 17 2012, 11:13 AM Post #10 |
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3m weather strip adhesive. |
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| Camaros4Life | Jan 17 2012, 11:22 AM Post #11 |
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Can i buy that anywhere like Autozone? |
![]() Engine: -350ci Small Block Chevy, Punched out .060 to make 360Ci, Speed Pro Flat top pistons --Edelbrock Ram Air 2 --Quick Fuel 750 DP --Patriot Performance Freedom Series Aluminum Heads: 2.02 / 1.60 --Comp Cams --Hooker Super Comp Shorty Headers --MSD HEI, 8.5mm Wires -- Champion 3 Core All Aluminum Radiator Transmission / Driveshaft / Rearend / Suspension: -Mad Dog Stage 3 700r4 --3in Custom Build Driveshaft --3.73 Built 4th Gen Posi --Upgraded C5 Front Disk Brakes --Subframe Connectors -- Full UMI / Spohn Suspension Interior: -Black Panels, Carpet, Headliner --4th Gen Black and Yellow Seats --B&M Mega Shifter --Autometer Gauges Exterior: -2010 Corvette Yellow --(91-92) Aero Ground Effects --3 Inch Cowl Hood --C6 Wheels --86 Firebird Spoiler --6000k HID's | |
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| charged355 | Jan 17 2012, 12:37 PM Post #12 |
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Don't know look it up. |
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| notagain | Jan 17 2012, 01:09 PM Post #13 |
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still leaking =-)
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i used the black stuff. any auto parts store should carry it. i got mine from farmingdale auto on main street, nxt to ralphs ices, i think it was like $8.00 |
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| Camaros4Life | Jan 17 2012, 04:11 PM Post #14 |
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84' Camaro Conversion
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Sounds like a plan. im gonna go check it out in the next few days. Thanks guys |
![]() Engine: -350ci Small Block Chevy, Punched out .060 to make 360Ci, Speed Pro Flat top pistons --Edelbrock Ram Air 2 --Quick Fuel 750 DP --Patriot Performance Freedom Series Aluminum Heads: 2.02 / 1.60 --Comp Cams --Hooker Super Comp Shorty Headers --MSD HEI, 8.5mm Wires -- Champion 3 Core All Aluminum Radiator Transmission / Driveshaft / Rearend / Suspension: -Mad Dog Stage 3 700r4 --3in Custom Build Driveshaft --3.73 Built 4th Gen Posi --Upgraded C5 Front Disk Brakes --Subframe Connectors -- Full UMI / Spohn Suspension Interior: -Black Panels, Carpet, Headliner --4th Gen Black and Yellow Seats --B&M Mega Shifter --Autometer Gauges Exterior: -2010 Corvette Yellow --(91-92) Aero Ground Effects --3 Inch Cowl Hood --C6 Wheels --86 Firebird Spoiler --6000k HID's | |
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