Why does my Ford Thunderbird door sag when I open it?
Why does my Ford Thunderbird door sag when I open it?
One of the most common issues with the 1989 through 1997 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar cars is the doors sag over time. The doors are long and they’re heavy so over time, the bushings and pins get worn out and cause the doors to drop or sag down when opened.
What’s the best way to repair a Ford door hinge?
Dremel with appropriate bit for grinding down smaller pieces of metal or cutoff wheel 15/32″ drill bit & drill for enlarging bushing holes Marker or sharp pencil (I used a pencil I cut down short) Small telescopic mirror is helpful for seeing your marks on the lower hinge (door side) Grease for lubricating new bushings (I used white lithium grease)
What are part numbers for Ford door hinge pins?
It would be interesting if someone with a 94-97 car could verify. If you would rather use Ford bushings and hinge pins, those part numbers are D9ZZ-6643030-AA for the pins and D9OZ-6522841-C for the bushings. Again, I recommend the Dorman kit instead.
One of the most common issues with the 1989 through 1997 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar cars is the doors sag over time. The doors are long and they’re heavy so over time, the bushings and pins get worn out and cause the doors to drop or sag down when opened.
It would be interesting if someone with a 94-97 car could verify. If you would rather use Ford bushings and hinge pins, those part numbers are D9ZZ-6643030-AA for the pins and D9OZ-6522841-C for the bushings. Again, I recommend the Dorman kit instead.
Dremel with appropriate bit for grinding down smaller pieces of metal or cutoff wheel 15/32″ drill bit & drill for enlarging bushing holes Marker or sharp pencil (I used a pencil I cut down short) Small telescopic mirror is helpful for seeing your marks on the lower hinge (door side) Grease for lubricating new bushings (I used white lithium grease)
Why is my car door not closing when I open it?
The doors are long and they’re heavy so over time, the bushings and pins get worn out and cause the doors to drop or sag down when opened. That makes closing more difficult and can damage the car body where the doors meet. In extreme cases, the door won’t even stay closed.
What should I do if my door hinge is not working?
REMEMBER TO LOOSEN THE BOLTS ON JUST THE ONE HINGE YOU’RE WORKING ON, NOT ALL THE BOLTS!! Now that you’ve loosened the bolts, you should have a little more clearance. Fully remove the top bolt to make room for the next step. The door may move or drop slightly when you do this.
