Changing Drivers Side Door?

[Luvtohunt]

Need to replace the drivers side door on my MJ, just too much rust. How difficult is this to do? Any tips or photos?

 

Thanks again.

[Eagle]

The easy way is to undo the torx bolts that hold the door onto the hinges. Pay attention to how many shims are in each hinge, because that's the way you should start out with the new door. You may need to shift them around, though, to get an optimum fit.

 

Remove the inner trim panel first, so you can unplug any wires that run into the door. (Probably just speaker wires, unless you have electric windows.)

 

Have at least one large helper. Especially if you're working with a complete door that has the glass and riser mechanism installed, it will be HEAVY.

[Pete M]

Also, any 4door XJ 84-96 makes a direct swap donor. 97+ take a small amount of mods, but look cool. :D

[jbhill]

you will need a super short t40 torx bit.