The Ford Barn

kp4150 · 05-22-2012, 09:06 PM

I just came in from my shop 'crowing' to my wife about another battle won on my '41 (somewhat off-topic, mild custom) pickup project. Well, she's certainly supportive but can't really get her head around the meaning of each new success (or setback, sometimes) experienced on the project. So, I thought I'd share with the other enthusiasts here.

Tonight's battle was a continuation of the driver's side door fitting. I'm terrible at taking pictures of the 'before' condition, so you'll need to take my word for it. In this case, I started with a good 1/4" sag at the rear of the door where it meets the cab body line. After researching past FordBarn threads about door and hinge issues, and building up some courage, I began the adjustments with instruments including brute muscle (that's getting less effective each year), a floor jack, section of 2x4, Big Hammer, and 24" pipe wrench. Two evenings and one seriously smashed hand later, I won the big battle. I'm happy with the fit. I ran into a similar (but even more difficult) challenge with re-shaping some badly dented metal on the hood's front end.

I just wanted you all to know that I appreciate those who share your project experiences and knowledge, because it really helps those of us who are a little less talented or experienced win the battles with challenges that are new to us. Thanks for the help! -Ken

Mike in AZ · 05-22-2012, 10:23 PM

cool...hope your hand heals....it's not supposed to be part of the deal with the door...but sounds like your having fun....congratulations and keep on keepin'.....Mike

TomT/Williamsburg · 05-23-2012, 11:07 AM

You mean that sag isn't supposed to be there?!?! LOL!! Great job ....

Mart · 05-23-2012, 11:13 AM

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Very satisfying - glad it worked out for you.

Mart.

05-22-2012, 09:06 PM	#1
kp4150 Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NE Oklahoma Posts: 64	Thanks FordBarners! - A Few Minor Victories Shared I just came in from my shop 'crowing' to my wife about another battle won on my '41 (somewhat off-topic, mild custom) pickup project. Well, she's certainly supportive but can't really get her head around the meaning of each new success (or setback, sometimes) experienced on the project. So, I thought I'd share with the other enthusiasts here. Tonight's battle was a continuation of the driver's side door fitting. I'm terrible at taking pictures of the 'before' condition, so you'll need to take my word for it. In this case, I started with a good 1/4" sag at the rear of the door where it meets the cab body line. After researching past FordBarn threads about door and hinge issues, and building up some courage, I began the adjustments with instruments including brute muscle (that's getting less effective each year), a floor jack, section of 2x4, Big Hammer, and 24" pipe wrench. Two evenings and one seriously smashed hand later, I won the big battle. I'm happy with the fit. I ran into a similar (but even more difficult) challenge with re-shaping some badly dented metal on the hood's front end. I just wanted you all to know that I appreciate those who share your project experiences and knowledge, because it really helps those of us who are a little less talented or experienced win the battles with challenges that are new to us. Thanks for the help! -Ken

05-22-2012, 10:23 PM	#2
Mike in AZ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Waddell, AZ Posts: 2,540	Re: Thanks FordBarners! - A Few Minor Victories Shared cool...hope your hand heals....it's not supposed to be part of the deal with the door...but sounds like your having fun....congratulations and keep on keepin'.....Mike

05-23-2012, 11:07 AM	#3
TomT/Williamsburg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Williamsburg, Virginia Posts: 2,654	Re: Thanks FordBarners! - A Few Minor Victories Shared You mean that sag isn't supposed to be there?!?! LOL!! Great job ....

05-23-2012, 11:13 AM	#4
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 8,745	Re: Thanks FordBarners! - A Few Minor Victories Shared Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Very satisfying - glad it worked out for you. Mart.