DIY Door Hinge Pin & Bushing Replacement How to Fix a Sagging Door Chevy S10 Ford Dodge GMC

[@nogripes]

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[@mhadman427]

All how to videos should be this straight forward and consise. Years later and it is still helping people. My 2003 s10 is about to get a new driver door bushing and pin set. Under 50 thousand miles on the truck..:-)

[@kellonpitts9080]

Thank's a lot for posting this video Mark. I've probably done about every repair before but never door pins until now & it happens to be a 1998 Blazer. It went smooth with that rope trick! In my town it's hard to find a 2nd person that's sober by the time I get off work to help

[@chaskash2967]

Video was simple to the point without all the small talk.Excellent thankyou

[@travispitts5350]

I bought a 1984 Chevy s10 for $400 and I adjusted my valve covers and my pushrods and lifters and now it runs great! The only issues are the door pins and lack of radio/ speakers. This video is very helpful for repairing my bushings

[@giraffewithtattoos2770]

Thanks for making this video. I do all of my own repairs on the family's vehicles so having someone like you post a step by step repair video really makes my job easier and increases my confidence level.

[@easymoney2414]

Using 3/8 socket to drive the retainer washer was pretty slick, I'm going to try that on my 500 dollar Ford f150 , awesome video!!!

[@tknewmanjr]

outstanding video I just adopted a 92 s10 and your video is the closet thing I found to the hinges I have on my doors .Thanks for sharing

[@randymiller9219]

Very helpful video. I've repaired almost everything on my vehicles overs the years but this is my first door pin change. Thanks Mark

[@JJ-mz9hl]

I'm very appreciative of people like you who make these videos for those of us also stuck with crappy blazers LOL

[@justpassingthrough.808]

It's not that Blazers are crappy,it's that the bushings are made of brass and replaceable. The pin is made of steel which is harder then brass so the brass wears away before the steel. Without bushings you'd have to weld on new hinges.

[@JJ-mz9hl]

@@justpassingthrough.808 Bro I've spend far more than the car is even worth on repairs because it can't run for more than a couple months, and I took excellent care of it. Not to mention all the design flaws inside the car, aside from shitty bushings everything breaks on the inside. Mirrors, seat handles, radio knobs, steering wheel, dashboard etc.

[@justpassingthrough.808]

@@JJ-mz9hl Sorry to hear you're having all those problems man.

[@BuhlouBear]

Thanks for posting this door pin video, I recently picked up a Blazer which is in need of door pin replacement. I'm looking forward to replacing the pins now, thank you again.

[@juliobermudez1135]

So not having a helper or a garage ceiling to tie off to when supporting the door, I had to get even more creative. I took my A-frame 6 foot ladder and shoved the non stepping side through the window. It fits well with the ladder not fully extended open and the cross bar things being bent up a little. Then I just used rope to tie around the door and up through my ladder to support it.

[@juliobermudez1135]

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[@THERE.IS.NO.DEATH.]

awesome! lol

[@extorter]

nice dude gave me an idea haha

[@TheRealMcSqweebs]

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[@mrmomtime111]

Julio Bermudez that’s brilliant!

[@CulannHS]

I've got a 97 S10 LS with extended cab, full size bed and stepside. This video..was a complete godsend. Thank you so much for posting this. This allowed me to replace the pins and bushings on the driver side relatively easily. Thank you so much for showing the steps, the info about which bushing goes where and what tools you used. Incredibly good video you have here. Thank you again.

[@badcompany-w6s]

Thanks! I got the pins for $5 and me and a co-worker were able to replace the worn out ones. I have a 2003 GMC Sonoma it's a city vehicle.

[@justpassingthrough.808]

Did this job years ago with my Dad on a 79 Camaro. Took some effort for both of us so Props to ya. 👍

[@SwiftGearheart24]

I've been dealin' with a saggin' door on my '90 F-150 for a while now and this has been a major help in gettin' that fixed. Now the sag is gone! Thank you for the walkthrough. :D

[@ccc4596]

Hey Mark, Thank You!! Thank You!! Thank You!! Excellent Video & Excellent Explanation Of The Step By Step Process!!! I Am Now Your Newest Fan!! 😂 Have An Amazing Day!! 🤩🤩

[@tony20c]

I have an 04 ram 1500 with a saggy door. After watching your how to vid I feel quite confident on doing it myself. You explained everything pretty well.

[@koshnaranek2317]

So far in all the videos I have seen no one mentions you may have to adjust the striker plate for proper latching of the door. On my 2000 Sonoma 2 torx or stardrive screws for adjustment.

[@blue3media]

Thank-you so much for this. I am in a similar situation with my '91 Sonoma and this is the best explanation of how to accomplish this task that I've found.

[@benzo13]

Nice pointing out of the bushing's locations!

[@jeremiahheffley4572]

This just made my life way easier, now I can fix my door on my 92 olds cutlass

[@maryellenpike2203]

Thanks very much, my '86 S10 door is hanging up more and more - your video is exactly what I need to know.

[@cinnamongmc5430]

So, the flange sides of the bushings go BETWEEN the 'arms' of the door & truck hinges? Seems like that would destroy the bushings quicker with the opening & closing of the doors.

[@chloey111]

Seriously helped so much. (: My first vehicle is a 91 Chevy Silverado, has sagging doors, breaklight problems and a windshield needed replacing. All your videos were perfect.

[@chloey111]

Awesome (: Cant wait to learn more. Hah :D Thanks.

[@Bajaheat]

***** hey I just bought a s10 with sagging door thank yiu for video it was great..I'm having an issue where the heat won't more from the face position the knob moves fine just nothing happens when I change it

[@bostonbrotherhood3763]

Your video leaves out literally the hardest part - installing the door spring.

[@cinnamongmc5430]

Yep!

[@snowman6686]

Only video I watched that pointed out that the bushings get installed on the truck half of the hinge for the top hinge AND on the door half of the hinge for the bottom. Nice job.

[@robplotts9412]

Well my door works. I bought a junkyard door for $20 spray bombed it to match black 91 s10 and your vid helped me remember the process correctly so thank you!👍 puttin the spring that holds door open was a good time lol.

[@fireinthesky4982]

Sounds a lot like my Blazer. It's a 1996, and it's actually my first vehicle. Door needs to be fixed, and so does a wheel bearing. There's also a bunch of nickel and dime stuff as well, but those are the two biggest problems. It does have a hood latch problem, as well. Bought it for $550, which was pretty good, considering that the engine and transmission were rebuilt 70k miles ago. I like the leather interior on yours, though.

[@Anth4044]

Great video well explained you didn't skip all over the place, I m definitely going to do mine the same THANKS AGAIN 👍👍👍💯💯

[@irredeemabledeplorable5227]

Nice to watch an INFORMATIVE how -to without a lot of unrelated CHATTER.

[@robertrivasarroyo1174]

I just got a 2000 Blazer 4X4 for $400, just needed to clean it up and some minor repairs. Truck is very nice and mint condition.

[@betacr1t1kal45]

I have a 2000 s10 blazer and I'm doing this on both doors, much appreciated!

[@Superduty_59]

Mark thanks for the video. I have done this on my Silverado but watching this video as a refresher. Thanks again!

[@Pimpdown24]

I swear this was harder than replacing my transfer case 😂

[@IceInMaWeiner]

Thanks for the video, sagging doors on a mustang is unacceptable, will be going to get the kit tomorrow!

[@oobob79]

Thank you for this video! Helped me a lot on my 99 s10 door pins!

[@tonythetman7536]

Fixed my 87 S10 door with your help, many thanks man 🤘

[@brucesmith8428]

I was looking to pick up a truck with this problem, seems like an easy fix and the price is right on the truck. Thanks for the video

[@daugustus]

I am doing just that on an old car I´ve bought and that helps a lot. Thanks!

[@gandl2123]

Mark, Great video. Wish all were so easy to follow...I also watched others before I attempt to fix the door. I did notice that you tap on the new bushings, once when screwdriver soft end and then with hammer...I'm sure this is not a problem if you are careful and have half a brain...but thought you might like this tip, was watching a guy and when he got to the bushing install part he just stuck a bolt nut and two washers in there and placed the bushing where is was to go...then rant the bolt with one washer into the hole in the bushing and hinge, then put washer and nut on other end of the bushing and other side of the hinge hole...then just tightened up the bolt and forced the bushings into the holes. Thought that was pretty cool.

[@BryanBurch]

Mark, thank you. This helped me with my 1969 Oldsmobile 442.

[@DISCOFROMNOWON]

Very nice one man operation I sure wished they made a metal bushing cause mine keep breaking (ovaled hole)you didnt show the battle getting the spring back in but after mine popped back out I now enjoy the door closing itself as I walk away with my arms full. Ps when the spring shot out one day t sounded like the window had been hit with a 22 rifle bullet. Real nice video perfect

[@gnatatrobina]

Great video I have a sagging driver door on my 66 GTX. Looks simple enough.

[@troyrhoades8728]

Thanks man perfect instruction! Fixing to have to do this to mine

[@cgraley888]

Thank heavens I found this. You are a lifesaver!

[@wolfman7393]

Thats the way I did it before. The garage door rail keeps it pretty steady. Need to do it again tomorrow. 10-2024. It lasted many years….

[@river1403]

I'll use this when I fix my 04 Blazer's door! Thanks!

[@AmpedBud2988]

A small bolt, nut, and 2 washers help install the shims too. Makes them go in evenly. Get the shim most of the way in and just tap them to seat them in place.

[@st8120]

Good video headin to the pick n pull to pick up a door now thanks buddy

[@allclades]

My next project for my S10, thanks.

[@captainfatass1550]

Thank you so much! the sagging door is one of the most annoying things in the world.

[@gabrianapadilla2293]

Great video! I'll being doing mine tomorrow. Thanks

[@JeremyBorumComposer]

Thanks for this. I was about to have my dealer do this, but it looks easy.

[@davidahrens2841]

Sometimes, after new pins and bushings, the door will still sag down a little bit. Carefully and gently jacking up the door with a floor jack will tweak the actual hinge a smidge. I've known guys who do this alone on old pickups but, of course, it is generally not recommended.

[@bobbydc33]

Thank you so much for making this video it helped me so much in replacing these pins

[@DreyaArt]

This video is amazing. It is so clear and easy to follow, thank you so much!

[@pepper9302-l3v]

Saw a few videos on this where a socket is used to insert the bushing. Insert bolt into bushing and wrench down to flush

[@1995--]

Great video and full of info!!! Straight to thr chase too!

[@davidjordan780]

This video was very informative, i liked that machanic. Thank you for your help.

[@clutchcitybarber]

Very useful helpful video. Replacing the pins on my gmc safari

[@hanknmosul]

saw a recommendation for installing the bushings:use a 2-1/2" bolt from the top (when pressing it in from the top), and a socket (9/16 recommended) bigger than the bushing from the bottom. Put a nut on the bottom of the bolt, and let the socket seat against the hinge, the bolt head pressing the bushing into place within the hinge. (Like pressing in a bearing). That way you don't fracture the bushing with tapping on it as it seats in the hole.

[@mikenagy3728]

One thing I would recommend is that you grease those pins really well before re-installing. And to keep your door working smoothly, lube it every time you change oil.

[@sandburgmartin7947]

Thanks for DIY tips. No garage but low hanging solid limb for this "shade tree" mechanic should work for roping up door. Either that or a tall solid step ladder to rope to.

[@SuperEric0727]

Nice video! I'll be trying this tonight... Thanks!

[@rberg79]

thank you for the video. i've been putting off this job and slamming my door for too long. i appreciate it.

[@maurochavez8944]

thanks for the video it took me a little longer because I was struggling with the spring that is at the door it seems to me that yours doesn't have it

[@MicroSoftner]

Special tool

[@TomWylie]

Thanks! Really helpful video. Getting ready to tackle this on my 95 gmc pickup & nice to know what to expect.

[@68firstlove]

good video and excellent score on the blazer..a trip or two to the pick and pull for the hood latch...done!!

[@tomsharman3136]

Super helpful mate, thanks for this!

[@DannyRossa]

Yup, going to tackle this project on my 1985 olds 88 now I know what to expect. Thanks for posting this!

[@Mark-gg6iy]

Excellent videography.

[@jonbeams9786]

I need to do this thank you for the upload. Will show mine as well.

[@iGy11972]

Great video, saved me a lot of time. Thanks bud. 👍

[@rexgexnortowmader5165]

Nickel and Dime, 242K and constantly needs something. But it still runs, and Cheaper than a new car payment. Thanks for the info

[@jeffanderson7256]

Mark Jenkins very true and then your in a real shitty situation

[@iguesi]

Great instruction. Thank youi!

[@kirbylane9451]

if your bushings are cracked after install, then you either cracked them during installation or the holes in the hinge are worn out. I replaced 3 sets in two weeks and one set cracked as soon as I closed the door. I bought new Dorman hinges that bolt in, but the originals on S series are welded on so alot more work to replace. what I done was remove the door. Clean the two halves of the hinges and Mig welded the oval holes 3/4 full of weld. then red filled the holes and hand dressed to proper dimensions with a round file. pressed in New bushings and reinstalled the door. took 2 hours and saved alot of headache trying to realign new hinges.

[@skipl.7355]

Thanks for the fix for bushing holes that have worn out to oval. Sounds like a PITA, but it's good to know it can be done. Thanks for posting this.

[@joshuahevener7803]

Thanks for the video Mark! I have the same issue with my '01 GMC Jimmy. However, I procrastinated so long on fixing the pins, the weight of the loose door has damaged the metal behind the striker plate (to the point I have to use a prybar to straighten it so the door will catch. Any tips on repairing that?

[@Evan2]

Joshua Hevener That's exactly what happened to my 97 Bravada! The door has been sagging and just today the metal behind the striker plate completely caved in and the door will no longer latch. I had to pry it back out again but it's pretty badly damaged.

[@edrosa5079]

I got one just like it same color my spring shot out today lol thanks for the video

[@twstf8905]

Awesome. Except my door still sags horribly because the top hole on the top pin has worn out so much over the years it looks like the number 8 lol and since the new bushing on that particular part goes down into the frame half of the hinge, meaning the hole that is worn rides on the pin itself when opening and closing, obviously replacing the pins and bushings top and bottom didn't help much at all except to give my S10 some shiny new parts in there! I'm probably going to have to JB Weld that bored out hole smaller or something, hopefully that works since replacing those parts of the hinge are next to impossible, because they're welded to the door and the truck's frame. Wish me luck! 🤪🤞 Edit; Thanks though, your video definitely helped with everything but that main issue I'm having, like which bushing goes where, what tools to use, etc. 👍

[@johnmilner7603]

Most GM car bushing tapered ends are crimped on from the factory leaving 2 ears that need to be ground off or you can just cut the pin in the middle and slip it out.

[@madmurdock2968]

Nice work!

[@dm-qx9fy]

Good video....On another note - I like the insulation you put on your garage ceiling. What is it, thinking about doing that myself...I live in a cold environment.

[@Macchris58]

Excellent video ! i guess it's the same or so for an IROC 88 ?

[@boogiedown87ify]

My 1995 Chevy S10 extended cab, door hinges and latch both are broke and the door want even close now, I tried to fix it outside today but it was just to cold out and not only that I didn't have all the proper tools to even try to fix it. I'm taking it some were tomorrow to have it repaired I hope.

[@boogiedown87ify]

Thanks Mark, I took it to the Shop this morning and they are gonna fix it for me. It's brutally cold out and windy so it was just better to take it to a garage and let them fix it. Once again thanks for the thoughts man.

[@prepperchris1]

perfect vid veryhelpful ty and maybe one on the back hinge the one that has the roller pin

[@HELLHAMMERHANDHIX]

great vid, need to do this to my s10. wonder if it works on all things that are saggy???...Hold still please ladies !!!

[@titanpolus5088]

I have pretty much the exact same blazer. Mine is an 01 and I think it was the LT, but mine doesnt have leather...

[@lolof9227]

Well said. Being resourceful is important.

[@sh115067]

What did you do for the door springs?

[@MicroSoftner]

Skipped over that procedure....

[@chudyzudy]

thanks very helpful video I am about to do the same exact thing to a '03 blazer 4x4.Nice buy for $500 I will give you $750 right now lol.

[@marcusakathecommonwealthco637]

that ol boy done did it again

[@salvadorh7143]

What about the spring? Going to attempt to replace them myself and wanted to know the details please

[@clayalbright14]

my gmc jimmy was 300 , only needed a 400 dollar transmission and a 500 dollar set of tires lol.

[@Pimpdown24]

clay albright mine was $600 all I’ve done to her was a $12 fuel filter and the door bushings (thanks to this video) which was $15 then I replaced the transmission a-b shift solenoid which was $40 and now I just need tires lol

[@brickwall911]

3 s10 trucks for $100 a pice, just needed gas

[@x-man5056]

@@brickwall911 winner!

[@David-qz7kt]

Does the pin/ bushing replacement do anything for the elongated holes on the half that's welded on the door?

[@renesalcido7522]

thanks 4 the video, i have a 73 chevy truck with the same issue.

[@josemaldonado8408]

Very good video 👍😀

[@etyrnal]

Two questions, one, would it make any sense to put grease inside the bushings first? 2, on a Mercury Grand Marquis, 1995, it appears that the pins have been sort of riveted in or flared in, and because of the curvature of the door there's no way to get a drill above it, is there another way to get those pins out? Someone suggested using a sharp chisel and chiseling the flare of the rivet off from the side, do you know if that actually works or would that just destroy a chisel and change the shape of the end of the pins so that you won't be able to get it out anymore?

[@joseguadalupejuarezgaytan6082]

Mark Jenkins good and great video excellent good for pick up ford f 150, thankyou, zacatecas, mexico.

[@juangarcia-ry3yz]

Good job my friend like your vídeos

[@waynepinx8656]

I have a question on my passenger side of the 4-door Blazer the pain that rotates from the door onto the body of the car