383 Power

iTrader: (2)

Recently I stumbled onto a deal for two Power Doors off of a 1985 Berlinetta for $50 (Pair). If you can believe it, i don't want power doors. I would rather not deal with motor problems and more wiring. I want my car to have a SIMPLE harness. My Plan is to strip the doors down to the shell and rebuild them completely. Some parts i'll reuse, others i'll get from the junkyard, and still others i will purchase NEW. I have gotten some Manual Regulators off of a 1984 and all of the Seals will be new, of course. I also intend to replace the hinges.

Here are my Questions:
Since i had to Drill out the Rivets to replace the Power Regulators with Manual ones, Do i have to buy a special rivet gun and reinstall 1/4 Rivets, or can i just use some 1/4-20 Bolts with lock washers and Blue Locktite?

Do i install the Window Sweeper/Outer Seal before or after i install the Window/Regulator? I'm concerned that if i install it before, i'll have difficulty installing the window/regulator and may even damage the new seal ($94/pair).

Should i just collect all of the parts and let the body man assemble everything AFTER the car is painted?

white gold 88

Those windows are a PITA. If it's at a body shop I'd let them do it. You may want to give them a hand as well. It's a two man job for sure. Also they should have the rivets and gun to install them. Bolts and nuts will work but you need to use nylon lock nuts. I believe you can set the window in the door then put in the sweep. Hold window up to install regulator then attach it to window.

383 Power

iTrader: (2)

Well, right now, the doors are off the car. I have the Driver's door laying on the floor. It's a bare shell.