Door Panels
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 228
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From: Tampa FL
I have one that came with the car when I bought it. I haven't had a chance to install it yet. Based on responses to my previous query here on the topic, it seems like no one has tried this. I haven't been able to find any installation instructions.
Please share if you find any info.
Please share if you find any info.
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Joined: Oct 2004
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If you do install it please let us know how it goes. If possible post pictures as well. I am considering skins as my door panels are good except some of the material at the corners is damaged. A professional shop I asked said don't bother and go with complete new door panels but, I am interested in seeing an alternative.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 3,399
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From: Olmsted Falls, Ohio
I don't think you'll be happy with the way skins fit over your existing skin. If you decide to remove the old skin from the core it is a lot of time and effort, not to mention getting the skin to lay out on the old core. IMHO I would go with a bare door panel and install the trim & hardware from your existing panels. Less work and it will look better.
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,562
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From: Spring Texas
I did skins on my 68 door panels. I had installation instructions, but it is very very difficult to get a truly smooth install. It's a lot of work, and I think that it is only a short term solution. If you really want them to look right, get replacements. My .02
Orville
Orville
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Joined: Jun 2000
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From: Southbound
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Originally Posted by KenSny
I don't think you'll be happy with the way skins fit over your existing skin...
Eckler's carried door skins some years back. They had so many returned for poor fit and difficulty in installation that they discontinued them. I've still got old Eckler's catalogues with disclaimers about discontinuing the door skins.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 1999
Posts: 2,675
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From: Sudbury MA
A couple of years ago when I was in midst of restoring my 68 I looked into skins and heard so many negative comments about them from various sources that I decided on replacement panels instead and just transferred all my hardware from the old panels to the new. Then sold the old panels to someone who just wanted them for a daily driver. I am happy that I went the replacement route since if the skins didn't come out right, I would have the added cost of then buying the replacement panels anyway. The replacements look factory perfect.
Just my 2 cents
Just my 2 cents
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Canton Ohio
Originally Posted by yellow73sb
mine came with door skins you can have them if you want them 
