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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 02:01 AM
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Another good product to use is the plastic used on shop equipment, like table saws, etc. They are a very hared plastic that allows the pieces of material to slide easily without catching or marring the service. My friend has it all over his shop on many of his tools, it's great and would be perfect for this. You could do aluminum or stainless and cover with a thin layer of the plastic. That would look clean.
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 07:03 AM
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Nice write up and great solution. A litle cosmetic work to blend-in would make this a good option for those who have verticle doors.
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 09:27 AM
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love the lambo doors...
...nice to hear a fix...
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 11:52 AM
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Appreciate all the feedback, - the kit's still working great.

I've still got alot of the plastic left over - if anyone wants to try it.
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by mpote
Appreciate all the feedback, - the kit's still working great.

I've still got alot of the plastic left over - if anyone wants to try it.
Mike,

That really is a good idea, and I considered it in polished aluminum. However, my GT Factory kit has fine-thread adjustable lower limit stops (which wasn't originally adjusted properly by my installer). A quick removal of the fender solved this problem, and now the door closes perfectly when it's lowered completely.

I still think your post should be added to the C5 Tech Tips section, it's obvious you went through the extra trouble needed to make your post 100% clear and helpful

Bill
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Billy182
Mike,

That really is a good idea, and I considered it in polished aluminum. However, my GT Factory kit has fine-thread adjustable lower limit stops (which wasn't originally adjusted properly by my installer). A quick removal of the fender solved this problem, and now the door closes perfectly when it's lowered completely.
Billy, I found that 75% of my problem is actually when the door is closed while it's still a wee bit too high. You would still experience this problem even w/ your adjustment right? I think Mike's fix will make my problem go away. I just can't wait!
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