ONLYTONY
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Is there a way to repair a door panel on a 95 that shrunk a little. I'm thinking a heat gun and some clamps. If I push on it with my knee it goes into place but does'nt stay there. Thanks TONYyyy
Door panel repair
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98lincmk7lsc
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There might be something newer, but I remember there was a tech article (or maybe just a really good forum thread) on one of the forums, a LONG time ago. I'm thinking like 2005-ish...
Try searching way back. I think it involved clamps and glue... Lol.
Try searching way back. I think it involved clamps and glue... Lol.
Lownslowlsc
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Yeah, I can't image why glue and clamps wouldn't work. Thats how a lot of us g2 guys fix our upper door panel. That does look like a tougher area to work in though, just do it in small sections.
NoLimit95
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With that color, fill in the gap with peanut butter.
Lownslowlsc
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NoLimit95
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NoLimit95
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Works just like caulking.
kaha
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I'll be watching this thread, because mine looks just like that.
NoLimit95
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Mine is real close to that. Not quite as bad but it also doesn't set out in the sun and that's where 90% of it comes from. Heat causes door panel separation. Then cold weather comes along and shrinks and then the heat comes back and loosens the glue and causes more damage. there really isn't a pretty way of fixing it but I have heard good things about Gorilla glue. I would remove the panel for one. Remove trim off panel. (Sand and paint it while you have it off. The coating probably looks like ****!) Find your separations and work on them one at a time and prepare to keep the panel off for a few days. Use only the best glue and some wide clamp vise grips to hold for a good day. I'll try sometime this month and have before and after pics. Since I park mine for a week or more at a time, I won't be driving around without a panel. God that would be annoying.
Stangman
Project car a.d.d.
2 part general purpose epoxy, (permatex brand, in the twin tubes)
Mix and apply generously behind the sagging area, use painters tape, wrap it up and over the panel to the backside (must have switch panel removed) to hold it, let it dry and harden for a few hours. Remove tape. Should be good to go. Fixed my console lid the same way.
Mix and apply generously behind the sagging area, use painters tape, wrap it up and over the panel to the backside (must have switch panel removed) to hold it, let it dry and harden for a few hours. Remove tape. Should be good to go. Fixed my console lid the same way.
Yeah but that's the wrong color combo, mine is like onlytonys..it has that dark charcoal top part, the one in the eBay ad has tan on the top..wouldn't match.
davidm
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Did mine a few years ago, but used clothespins to hold it. Used auto trim adhesive, it's starting to creep out some, maybe try gorilla glue next time.
C Clamps with wood backing might work better, it's a thick area.
C Clamps with wood backing might work better, it's a thick area.
NoLimit95
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Kevin, that piece can be removed and replaced with what you have already. I personally would remove it and paint it like you want it, let it dry and then replace. All of that trim can be removed. It takes work and time but it can be done.
NoLimit95
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There ya go. C-Clamps with a wood backing. This guy has a nice collection of clamps lol. The epoxy adhesive would probably work too. It's a job I would not rush and give it plenty of time to be clamped to bond!
ONLYTONY
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Pb
Can I use chunky PB? If you glue it what's going to happen if you have to get to the switches? I plan on heating it slowly,clamp it to get it back to orginal shape. Might take a few times. Maybe expoxy plastic strip inside to maintain shape.
Can I use chunky PB? If you glue it what's going to happen if you have to get to the switches? I plan on heating it slowly,clamp it to get it back to orginal shape. Might take a few times. Maybe expoxy plastic strip inside to maintain shape.
NoLimit95
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Can I use chunky PB? If you glue it what's going to happen if you have to get to the switches? I plan on heating it slowly,clamp it to get it back to orginal shape. Might take a few times. Maybe expoxy plastic strip inside to maintain shape.
Use Peter Pan but without chunks.
Heat would help you shape it and if epoxied in place or glued, you would still be able to remove your switches. They would be removed anyway while you do the fix. Epoxy adhesive is what I would try first. I think it would hold.
4-6 Minute A/B Epoxy Glue.
A very high quality clear setting epoxy glue.
Excellent gap filling and bonding properties on almost all surfaces including delicate foam and hard to bond alloy.
An essential item for any building project and perfect for emergency in-field repairs!
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__12583__HobbyKing_4_6min_Epoxy_Glue.html?gclid=CInMm8ze1rQCFQeDnQodyBoA_A
Lownslowlsc
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Use Peter Pan but without chunks.
I've had better results with Jiffy and a hint of honey. But to each their own.
NoLimit95
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Yeah but you're weird lol.
This would probably do the trick if clamped in place properly and allowed to dry for a while.
http://www.amazon.com/Loctite-1405604-0-85-Ounce-Plastic-Syringe/dp/B000H6A3D6/ref=sr_1_4?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1357579036&sr=1-4
OR
http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-84101-PermaPoxy-General-Purpose/dp/B000ALJ4NS/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_img_z
ONLYTONY
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ok
The more I read the more I think I'm going to use heat and fiberglass a section inside to keep the shape. It's not as bad as it looks. I can push it into place by hand, but it wont stay in place. I have to pull the panel to change handle springs any way. PB's out. My wife will licking the door while she's driving.
The more I read the more I think I'm going to use heat and fiberglass a section inside to keep the shape. It's not as bad as it looks. I can push it into place by hand, but it wont stay in place. I have to pull the panel to change handle springs any way. PB's out. My wife will licking the door while she's driving.
Lownslowlsc
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Lol
dnsherrill
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Goop...something sretchy/bouncy
Here's mine
The very top part is not removable, the only thing that comes off is the part where the speaker grille would be if it had jbl. That other door panel has the tan on the top and the trim that comes off is black instead of dark grey..I don't know why they made so many variations of saddle tan, but it is hard finding nice interior parts in saddle that's for sure. I don't want to paint or dye anything because you can't duplicate that rubberized coating that's supposed to be on those plastic parts..and if it doesn't match perfectly its gonna annoy me..rather either repair mine or find a nice one.
Sapperfire
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I used Gorilla glue (the brown stuff) on my 93's panels and console cushion.. you'll need to remove the blackish foam from between the vinyl and the hard plastic framing of the panel before you add the glue in there. Use a small paint brush to push the glue into the creases, and make sure its smooth.
WARNING, don't go over board with this type of glue - it will expand some as it dries
do a test piece on some cardboard, you'll get an idea how much to use
WARNING, don't go over board with this type of glue - it will expand some as it dries
do a test piece on some cardboard, you'll get an idea how much to use
Trippen Out
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there was indeed a tech article but its long gone. sadly i have teh same issue too. i just chose to ignore it