OK - So I'm slowly getting the truck back in good repair. Some of you know I was able to get a steal on my 2004 Quad because there was a lot of work necessary.

None of it was serious, but it adds up.

So far I've had the blend door repaired (not cheap)
I've serviced the T-case
replaced the CV boot (this is why I got such a good deal)
Changed the oil & spark plugs.

I still have a little more to go.

Tranny service, front & rear diff service & the drivers door hinge pin.

Now its been 15 years since I've replaced a hinge pin. Can anyone explain to me the key points? I honestly can't remember how difficult it was.

 

I did it with noob trial and error on my old sonoma. I think the hinges unbolt on our trucks. That might make it easier if you want

In summary of what I did with the slownoma: open the door and put a jack under it to hold it level. I cut the middle of the pin and knocked it out of the top and bottom. Pay attention which way it goes in and copy where the clip goes. The new one will slip in nicely. Now no more saggy @ss door lol

If you decide to leave the door attached, you will have some play, if needed, to reposition the alignment of the holes to slip in the new bushings and pin. Some lube might make it all a bit easier.

 

Thanks - I did one once on an old thunderbird. Been a long time.

 

Back in the day, I never would not have thought my automotive fumblings would have helped anyone... Good luck. Let us know how it turns out. I like to see conclusions to threads.