In a message dated 01/10/02 03:08:17 GMT Daylight Time, dmallin@attglobal.net
writes:
> I jacked on the frame members just in front of the trailing arms. Both
> doors gapped about an additional 1/16" right at the body trim groove
> just above the door handle. Is this normal or do I have a problem? I
> jacked it up with the doors open, and they would still open/close OK.
> The passenger side felt the slightest bit "sticky" but the drivers side
> felt complete normal.
>
> Seems I can remember this happening even when the car was new, but maybe
> it's just my wishfull thinking. But then it would seem there should be
> some flex in these things -- not completely rigid
Don
You are completely right---the door gap gets a lot wider near the top when
the car is jacked up. If you only get 1/16" wider at the top then be prepared
for more, as they can go nearly 3/8" wider at the top.
Worry not Don all is normal.
Regards
Alan Graham
Scotland
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