How To Take The Doors Off A Hummer H3! (Offroad Use Only)

Warning: I can only recommend you drive your H3 with the doors off in a offroad or private road setting. Please check your local laws to see if it is legal on road.
Here is an instructional video on how to remove the doors on your H3. Let me know if you have any questions in the comments!
This video is for entertainment purposes only.
This video is only for the Hummer H3. Not the H2 or H1.
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[@julianmartinez6825]

P.s. the front harness has a plastic "locking pin" push it out with your middle finger at the same time your bring the handle up

[@4lowmode]

Thanks for the advice! Thats one small detail I didn't know about! I just took my locking mechanism off myself to make it easier!

[@julianmartinez6825]

@@4lowmode right, you dont need the lock as long as the windows and music work!!.. great day buddy and awesome video 🤘

[@husseinmassoud3887]

The thing is ur professional in terms of explanation god bless u

[@4lowmode]

Thanks!

[@mcmxc3794]

Keep Making Videos! The H3 Community need this! 🙏🏽 thank you!

[@4lowmode]

I will! I have 100+ Video Ideas in mind! Only hard part is finding enough time to make them! Putting out a quality video takes time when you only do this for fun, it is can take a while. But don't worry more to come!

[@HappyWheelFan2013]

This is one of the best examples of an H3 I've seen in a while. Gorgeous build

[@4lowmode]

Thank you! I really need to make a video dedicated to showing it and what accessories I have on it.

[@4evrthugn]

What kind of lift you got on that?

[@colectiv77]

I'm learning a lot. Thank you. Just bought a 2006 H3 base. Really happy so far.

[@4lowmode]

Thanks for watching!

[@asdfasdf12341234ish]

Great video! Super thorough yet brief! Thank you!

[@blackbypopulardemand5537]

Mane I’ve had my H3 for 11 years and I never thought 🤔😂😂😂🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 awesome video bruh!

[@brucewithers9003]

Such a good video. Very detailed. I’ve just started looking at H3s, never paid much attention until I saw some that were lifted and modded. Don’t care to have a Jeep, the girlfriend doesn’t like the look of the FJ cruiser. I can’t wait to get an alpha and do this mod. Thank you again 🙏🏼

[@austinp5929]

Awhile back I was thinking about doing it awhile back but was disappointed when there were no videos. Now that summer is coming up you uploaded at the perfect time! So detailed! Thank you

[@4lowmode]

Thanks! Yeah when I first took the doors off, the only info on it was just a forum post which was okay but not super detailed. After I had taken them off a couple times I started to notice additional things that were never mentioned anywhere so I really wanted to make a video showing eveything that taking off the doors entails. Thanks for watching!

[@oscarwinner2034]

Saw dude with his doors off yesterday. Wanted to see how it was done. Nice video.

[@zackeryonstott3110]

Definitely useful! I saw this video on instagram and I was intrigued to see how easy it would be to get em off.

[@4lowmode]

Yep they aren't too bad! If I take them off I usually plan to keep them off for a few days or if I go on a tight offroad trail. Its nice not worrying about scratching the crap out of your doors on a tight trail. Thanks for watching though!

[@apollo122345678]

Appreciate this video. Had I not seen it, I could have sworn I missed something because bottom bolt hinge was rusted so badly. For a moment I thought previous owner might have welded it. But after stopping, coming back and watching again, went back out and needed a 4lb sledge and several curse words to eventually free the bottom hinge pin. (On the plus side, door seemed super light after several previous attempts in which I was attempting to lift the entire vehicle.)

[@waynehutchinson1423]

Thanks for the video ,very helpful. I have retired my 2006 from offroading just to avoid the engine swap like you said .But it is the best suv i have owned.Keep making videos.☺

[@4lowmode]

Thanks man! I have a lot more ideas planned for the future!

[@stevecsorgojr2830]

Thanks for the info I asked about!!

[@TOMRYANLUKE]

Thank you so much for this video. Very impressive thank you again appreciate your time

[@nazy2much]

🔥🔥🔥 dope video

[@InformalGreeting]

I had an H3 for years and never knew the doors would come off that easily. I miss the thing and I’m shopping for another H3 Adventure now. This makes me really, really want to find one.

[@joeycambra3808]

GREAT INFORMATIVE VIDEOS

[@4lowmode]

Thanks for watching!

[@joeycambra3808]

@@4lowmode I have a current issue with my h3 2008 hummer, how do I replace my EMC Electronic Control Module, my electrical has been acting up to the point where my parking lights will not work, and my Onstar comes on when it wants to when it rains the electrical shut down then back on again, when I shut my hummer off the OnStar stays on killing my battery, also as of today it will not turn over, but I have power, the key will turn with full power but nothing happens, I'm told it is my EMC , EED YOUR HELP

[@8SiCK0LAKE1]

Appreciate the time and effort put in to make this video. Build thread online mentions what roof rack mods are done. But it would be aswome if you show exactly how they were done. I remember reading about adding a folding table and that would be perfect as I always toss one in the back when I go shooting. I have a low profile rack on order and would love to do something like that too. Good option for more content.

[@4lowmode]

Yes yes yes! I haven't ever revealed the modification yet because I keep forgetting to, but yes I have modified my roof rack to be able to hold a 5ft plastic table. That will make for a great video! I will add it to the list!

[@blakeburgess3317]

Hey it’s @original_h3_prodigy from Instagram love the vid bro keep it up!!!!!

[@4lowmode]

@@blakeburgess3317 Thanks man! I will!

[@h3coyote277]

Hi Acer it's me..! Great video..! Well done..!

[@4lowmode]

Hello there! Thanks for watching!

[@H3Humper]

Thank you for the helpful guide! I enjoy your comment on lifting the door solo😂 I am tall and flimsy, and oh my was the door heavy haha. I ended up having to rest my door on the ground and messed up the clear coat like you had warned. I was too confident.

[@4lowmode]

Thanks for watching! But yeah that's why I recommend setting them down on something soft like a foam pad or even a moving blanket.

[@H3Humper]

@@4lowmode Certainly! and I know... I should have listened!

[@dacjeep]

Good Video... New to the H3 and wondered how easy it is or not.... coming from the jeep world.

[@4lowmode]

Welcome to the Hummer World! Yeah taking the doors off is a cool little easter egg that not many people knew about, only dedicated enthusiasts. Wanted to share this with more people!

[@csbauch]

I just discovered you, and thos awesome rig of yours. I wanted to build another unique overlanding rig, and have been looking at the H3... You have a new subscriber, buddy! Thanks... Oh, and care to share anything about that front bumper/grill guard setup?! I want one!!!

[@4lowmode]

Thanks! I still need to make a video about my build. It is on the list. You can check out some pictures of it on my instagram though. @acer4lo

[@arrolvital5312]

I love you can you do a video how to remove the mirror.

[@onlyreallove17]

ThankYou💖

[@Slurm_Daddy92]

I wonder if i could do this with my h2. Great video man.

[@4lowmode]

I would say the H2 doors would be harder because of the hinge design. That being said, it has been done before. Check out this forum post: www.clubhummeroffroad.com/forums/showthread.php/3093-Doors-are-comin-off!!-Here-s-how?s=44d22b38ec598b2963b29c16bbdfd08d

[@Slurm_Daddy92]

@@4lowmode Just noticed you replied. KZbin doesn't notify very good lol Thanks for replying and for adding a link!

[@4lowmode]

@@Slurm_Daddy92 No problem! I will always try to respond to every comment I get!

[@alexandernguyen1718]

@@4lowmode The link doesn’t work do you have a link up to date? I wanna try and take my h2 doors off too. Thanks

[@4lowmode]

@@alexandernguyen1718 Sorry my man, but the Forum known as Club Hummer Offroad was taken down by the owners a little while ago and all the content posted on the website has been lost 😥.

[@onlyreallove17]

You are the BOMB!!!

[@thev.f.d6092]

For those looking for mirrors for the doors off hummer, after great trial and error I finally found found ones that fit on Amazon. they are called the Denforste Mirrors Doors Off Compatible. Designed for Jeep wrangler but they fit perfectly into the top hinge and just barely miss the side of the car; the bar bends perfectly. they cost like $30. I use them and make driving doors-off far more comfortable and safe

[@PARTOUTaccessories]

Great video! Tube doors coming soon?

[@4lowmode]

Thanks! I haven't planned for it yet, but it is a video that I gotta do before winter gets here! Currently working on 3 other videos that I gotta get done. I do have some photos of them though: www.hummer4x4offroad.com/forum/showthread.php/13328-Hummer-H3-Tube-Doors-Acer4LO

[@DraccoKnightblade]

Have you ever had any issues with the doors not lining up right when you close them? Like the pins in the hinges are wearing out? Just curious if I'm the only one that's having that issue. Driver door only of course. Have you ever replaced the bushings on the door hinge pins or the pins themselves? If yes, did you do it while the door was off the truck? Only reason I'm asking is because the door weather strip has torn on my truck's driver side door and I look at the door when its closed and its almost leaning backward a little bit, so I'm thinking hinge pins are the culprit. Keep up the awesome videos!

[@janenosv]

Thx mr👊

[@garasymiv1039]

Nice track) which company snorkel you have?

[@ironfistarrival]

Nice demonstration and thanks , so if I wanted to put New Hinges for the doors ,I have To remove the doors so I can easily Unscrew the hinges bolts before putting the New door Hinges And then putting back the doors , especially front doors ?

[@4lowmode]

Yes when you got to take off the doors, you split the hinge in half. Half of it is mounted to the body of the H3 and the other half is mounted on the door. This makes it really easy to unscrew the bolts without having to worry about the doors falling on you or anything. Much safer this way for sure!

[@ironfistarrival]

@@4lowmode : Thank you ...

[@Froztinc]

What temperature does your alpha normally run at?

[@Benjamin-tx6vv]

awesome!

[@joshua6212]

Hooray! H3 community!

[@EdirikJong]

Hi what brand or what kinda rims does that H3 have ?

[@EurynomeStolas]

I am wondering if you can modify the speakers to go in the top front dash and possible somewhere in the rear to get sound with the doors off. I have a nice stereo system but definitely want to take the doors off.

[@4lowmode]

That is definitely a possibility I have seen people upgraded those 2 front tweeter speakers in the front the before

[@bryanortiz4960]

Hello 👋 Is it possible to put a h3 5 cylinders 09-10 front differential to a H3t alpha ? I have a hummer H3T alpha 2010 and my front differential doesn’t work any more, what can I do to fix my problem? I tried on looking for all the parts of the differential and fix it but I couldn’t find all of them , and I was looking to put a front differential from a H3 5 cylinders but i don’t know if that’s possible, what can I do in my case?

[@denyamiga]

gracias

[@mr16ga]

What is the yellow stuff all over the engine and under the panels? Kind of looks like the color one would find in a diaper.

[@chupacabbra5606]

what do you do for work?

[@hernanaguilar4158]

How do you install a snorkel on the h3 hummer

[@coolestcrayoninthebox9964]

Does doing this help the Mpg ?

[@alekseibarkov6455]

Please help, how remove sunroof ?

[@julianmartinez6825]

I take the doors down of mine every summer, I love it!!

[@kulture_2873]

Julian Martinez is it legal too drive with the doors off? I’m located in mass and I would love too take doors off as I travel a lot to fish on my kayak

[@EurynomeStolas]

mark cates Jeep drivers do it all the time. I am going to say yes

[@julianmartinez6825]

@@kulture_2873 sorry for the late response, I didn't see the msg! I drive it with no doors in Chicago but like they mentioned it, humvee and h1s drive it without doors so I guess you will be fine

[@bijanrazi7661]

@@julianmartinez6825 do you have mirrors when you take them off?

[@julianmartinez6825]

@@bijanrazi7661 no, I always manage to drive with no problem but you can alway adjust any other mirror in the door hinches

[@theirthereandtheyre2947]

I read in the owner’s manual that it is not supposed to run on ethanol blended gas. I drove to a Bucees today in Denton Tx that has 93 octane zero ethanol. Seemed to run a bit smoother.

[@4lowmode]

Thanks for the tip! Fun Fact the 2010 Alpha and ONLY the 2010 Alpha was rated to take FlexFluel as it has a badge yellow flex fuel badge.

[@seanwentz7852]

who built the grillgaurd?

[@marcocasillas5023]

Do you have a video on your front bumper thanks

[@4lowmode]

Yes I do! The site is called Teaka Toys. I am not sure if the place is still open. It says so on their website, but I don't know anyone who has ordered there recently. Link: www.teakatoys.com/H3_H3T_Front_Dakar_Winch_Mount_Bumper_by_Road_Armo_p/ra-h3100b.htm The bumper is made by Road Armor. They don't have it on their Road Armor website, but maybe if you call and ask about it, they can make it for you.

[@sergiovaldivia4149]

Can you do this to a h2?

[@jakenorden4556]

So what roof rack is that? Great looking truck!

[@4lowmode]

It is a Gobi Stealth Roof Rack With Sunroof Cut Out! Arguably one of the best racks made for the H3. It covers the entire span of the roof, and as the name suggests you can remove the part of it that covers the sunroof.

[@leonardolara4929]

I like your wheels!👍👌. What are they

[@olegoleg5086]

Подскажите программу для диагностики?

[@bradjean4486]

Hummer guy trying to live the jeep life 🤣🤣👍

[@stephaneauger1036]

10/10 😎thank

[@olegoleg5086]

Как калибровать датчик угла руля?

[@falseshepherd5156]

I would like to do this but is it illegal? Since the side mirrors are coming off with the front doors? Also, do the speaker harnesses get damaged when it rains since they're like free-dangling from the car?

[@4lowmode]

Honestly it depends on which state or country you are living in. Every jurisdiction has their own rules on this. Thats why I did not speak about the legalities of this. What I would recommend doing is check your local laws. If you cannot find anything on the matter, go ahead look ahead and look on some jeep forums to see what people are saying. For example google "Jeep Doors Off Legal in Florida" and see what comes up. Here in Illinois the only thing required by law is a rearview mirror. I have driven right past state troopers in local police officers and none of them gave me in trouble. Also just put some tape over the electrical harness. Hope this helps!

[@falseshepherd5156]

@@4lowmode Thanks man!! Keep making these great vids!!

[@4lowmode]

@@falseshepherd5156 I will! I have a lot more coming!

[@JUANMartinez-iu3sc]

Will any jeep mirrors work on the h3

[@4lowmode]

I don't think so you will have to modify them,

[@kamilk6956]

hey this is cool

[@4lowmode]

Thanks!

[@fsb_-bf3th]

How reliable are the H3 hummers? Any years to avoid?

[@4lowmode]

In my experience they have been really reliable! Just normal maintenance really. Here are a few pointers though: - You can get a I5 H3 or 5.3L V8 version. I would really recommend going with V8 if you want to modify it, add bigger tires, and overall have more power. Many H3 owners regret buying the i5 and wish they would have gotten the V8 version. Engine swaps are too expensive. They can cost 15k to upgrade a I5 to a V8. Of course expect lower mpg with the V8. - The 2006 version came with a 3.5L H3 which only makes 220HP. From 2007-2010 GM upgraded the engine to a 3.7L which made 242HP. So I would go with a 2007+ year for a little more power. I have driven both a 3.5L and a 3.7L and there is not too much of a difference tho. - If you want to go offroad and do some harder terrain, I would buy a H3 with this factory option called the "Adventure Package" I have a video on my channel about it. - Watch for High mileage H3s. The I5 engine will usually go out and will need to be replaced anywhere between 160k to 200k miles. The V8 version can last up to 300k-350k but you will probably need to rebuild the transmission and replace driveline components around 150K+

[@okigojuryu]

@@Paragonghost have you upgraded the plastic shift fork yet? My dad broke his 07s aluminium shift fork so I figured the plastic ones would be fairly easy to break.

[@okigojuryu]

@@Paragonghost luckily that's another issue my dad's h3 had, he said there's a crosshair inside the windshield pillars( I believe there called A pillars) that catch leaves and junk, basicly cut out said crosshairs and you should be good.

[@inOZ8434]

@@4lowmode Hi. Is the statement that you made about the I5 engine going out between 160k-200k really true?? Honestly..??

[@4lowmode]

@@inOZ8434 It is possible at 160K if necessary maintenance is not done. Also it is possible to have a I5 H3 go up to 240K if you keep up with great maintenance. But yeah, I would not reccomend buying an I5 H3 over 200K miles.

[@armandovr84]

were i can buy or search for the snorkel

[@4lowmode]

You can find them on Amazon. The only thing is you can only get knock off versions now. The original snorkel design you could get was from ARB and was called the "Safari Snorkel" but they stopped selling them. That being said, the knock of versions should be just as good. However, the ones that you can buy now are made for 2008-2010 H3s with a square filter instead of the original cylinder shape that came on the 2006s and 2007s. That being said, you can still get them to fit with some modification. Check them out here: www.amazon.com/Passenger-Intake-Snorkel-2008-2009-I5-3-7L/dp/B07DHGFTBJ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Hummer+H3+Snorkel&qid=1586748434&sr=8-1

[@H3Duramax]

Hey buddy, have you seen my latest videos? Installed Jeep jk u tube doors minor mods. Doing Dana 60 axles. 40 inch tires. Installed a 4 inch exhaust stack out back passenger door. Lots of additions!! I’d love to send and share pics of our projects bud.

[@HumveeLifeUSA]

What CB are you using?

[@4lowmode]

I am running regular old Cobra classic 29 ltd! Works really good. I did drill into the dash to mount it, but I don't really mind because my interior isn't that pristine

[@ironbar6512]

My drivers back door is stuck closed i think the power actuator is broke how do i get the door off with out opening it????

[@mr16ga]

Did you get the door open; I would guess that a Slim Jim to open the lock, but it might come down to taking the rear seat out and getting to the door innards might be a way to get it open, else the proper use of C4 would do the job (according to my USMC friends tell me. In the USN we just use a big hammer and whack it until it opened.)

[@ramirodelgado4912]

How do you take the roof off like in a Jeep

[@4lowmode]

With a sawzall. Realistically I don't care much for a removable top because I like having the functionality full roof rack on my H3. I know you still can get a full roof rack for your Jeep, but now its become even harder to remove the top. I don't want to spend 2 hours stripping a Jeep down if it is only for the weekend.

[@Didewro]

Cool if thier were tubular doors made for it.

[@4lowmode]

Haha I know right. Funny thing is, I actually have a custom set of tube doors. I really need to make a video on them before summer is over. I do have some photos of them you can check out tho: www.hummer4x4offroad.com/forum/showthread.php/13328-Hummer-H3-Tube-Doors-Acer4LO

[@williamshelton4265]

You can get kick panel speakers

[@polishtopg05]

YOU GOT 2 HAMMERS :O

[@HoustonTexxas]

Do you have a lift or are you stock?

[@4lowmode]

Yes I do! I have a couple things that raise my truck up higher: 1.) Rancho 4in Lift Kit 2.) Daystar 1in Body Lift 3.) Extended Leaf Spring Shackles 4.) T Bar Crank 5.) 38in tires (Adds 2.25 inches over stock tires)

[@HoustonTexxas]

@@4lowmode how about your control arms? Did you have to modify them in any way? I know if you go too high the cv axles will reach their limit. Sorry to ask all these questions but I also have a H3 and want to install a lift.

[@4lowmode]

@@HoustonTexxas I did not have to modify the upper control arms. That being said, the tires did rub against the upper control arms when I did not have a wheel spacer on. For that reason I went with a 1.25in BORA Hubcentric wheel spacer. The Rancho and Daystar Body lift does not affect CV angles. However, cranking up the T-Bars will. If you do a T-Bar crank, make sure to not go too high or your CVs will wear out faster. The max height you should do is 23.5 inches. That measurement is taken from the middle of the hub and the lip of the fender flare.

[@HoustonTexxas]

@@4lowmode I appreciate the info brother. Thank you

[@4lowmode]

@@HoustonTexxas No problem!

[@InsultAlienLP]

drove around with my JK rubicon once without doors, was fun but not having the side mirrors kinda freaked me out

[@edaldridge9826]

😊

[@horuslupercal3872]

Soooo, I did this now my locks arnt working, but everything else works

[@4lowmode]

Are you sure the doors are plugged in properly? Double check to make sure each door is plugged correctly. Especially the driver door. If that is not plugged in correctly none of the locks will work. Make sure these is no dust in the plugs and none of the pins are bent. Also check your fuses.

[@horuslupercal3872]

@@4lowmode I can control all the windows just not the locks, I'll check to see if I bent a pin later

[@USMC-Sniper-0137]

LOL Fake Breath Cap........ I prefer Fake Breather/Snorkel Cap....... :D

[@HumveeLifeUSA]

YES, doors off!

[@4lowmode]

Oh heck ya! Its a secret easter egg that gm never told anyone. Do the H1 doors come off easy? It would seem like they would.

[@HumveeLifeUSA]

@@4lowmode Sadly not unless you have a HMMWV where they have the pin to remove. The 92 and 93 trucks are easier to remove the doors on because they don't have the harness that you would have to cut. But, all other years have the doors riveted. There are a number of open top guys that have removed their doors and they look outstanding. I've seen a couple wagons do it and I've thought about it myself, but I think I'll just look at a HMMWV in the future. So yes, you can remove them on the H1s, but it's a big job.

[@4lowmode]

@@HumveeLifeUSA Dam really? I would think that exposed hinge design would make it easy just to pop it off like on the wranglers. Can you replace the hinges to something where you can remove them or would that be too hard since it is riveted?

[@abdallahmoussa1983]

Wanna sell it?

[@stevecsorgojr2830]

iNFO ON YOUR ROOF RACK!

[@4lowmode]

The roof rack that I have is the Gobi Stealth Roof Rack W/ Sunroof cut out. One of the best racks on the market in my opinion!

[@Alex-vu5uu]

the question is: why?

[@4lowmode]

It is mainly for use offroad. Being able to lean outside of the door to see where you are planting your front tire is extremely helpful when navigating difficult terrain. Also since, you don't have the doors on, you don't need to worry about scratching and pin striping the paint on your doors.

[@morepower3242]

If you need someone to show you this you probably shouldnt touch the truck

[@4lowmode]

Yeah there is a lot of newbies out there tho. Lol

[@ramirodelgado4912]

The envy is hard with jeeps

[@4lowmode]

If you have been around the offroad scene long enough you would know that everyone takes their doors off for harder offroad stuff. That includes Toyota, Chevy, etc.

[@gladegoodrich2297]

Why the hell would you want to take the doors off your Hummer?

[@4lowmode]

Taking the doors off is extremely useful when going offroad. You can see A LOT more of the terrain around you and it helps you to get a better line. Also you don't have to worry about scratching or denting your doors offroad.

[@ramirodelgado4912]

Smitty built box for jeep not h3😂

[@4lowmode]

It does fit perfectly tho. Just because a manufacturer intends a product for one application doesn't mean you cannot adapt it to something else.

[@Hekomanspace]

WHY?