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door hinge springs

Posted: 6/18/03 4:34pm Message 11 of 13
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Vette(s): White 73 convertible - 350/auto, A/C PS, PB, PW, leather, t/t, two tops Also had a 69 t-top 20 years ago
 So... how do I get the current one out with that "special tool" that I have? 


Why would you want to? Joe


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door hinge springs

Posted: 6/18/03 4:59pm Message 12 of 13
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 joe73vette said:
 So... how do I get the current one out with that "special tool" that I have? 


Why would you want to? Joe
 


Because I believe the one that is in there is weak. The door really doesn't like to stay open by itself.


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door hinge springs

Posted: 6/19/03 12:16pm Message 13 of 13
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Vette(s): White 73 convertible - 350/auto, A/C PS, PB, PW, leather, t/t, two tops Also had a 69 t-top 20 years ago
Oh. The springs have a little notch in them that you have to release by bending the spring like you were installing it, and tapping the spring down. Joe


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