Anyone putting doors on/off all the time? - tips for no paint chips?

[AZMikeL]

Use a helper to put them back on. Even the rear doors are too unruly to put back on alone. Taking them off alone is easy if you have door bags.

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[VailDan]

Alright - The only reason I did not order the door bags when I bought is I thought I might be taking them on and off so much that I might just want to pull them by hand and place them on some hang-alls with foam and avoid bags to just speed up the process. On 2D there is no option to put them all in the back so thought I would wait and see.

It looks like they are a lot more expensive to buy from Ford Accesories, but going to go ahead and order just to have the piece of mind

 

[f1loco]

The good is, our paint seems to be a very pliable poly base. My wife freaked when I manage to nick the edge of the fender edge. A few minutes on the orbital with some medium cleaner/polish on an orange pad and after the paint seemed to warm, it just literally melted away into the paint around it. It's almost like it becomes liquified rubber. Easy fix, but yes, more caution to the rubber strips supplied and some painters tape on the edges for extra security. With a 2DR they are way heavier than my old rubicon doors, making the whole "insert and align here" thing a bit more hazardous. Door bags are must.

 

[BlueBronco]

Cordless ratchet.
Door bags.
Move slowly and deliberately.

Consider getting the door edges wrapped in PPF if removing/re-installing frequently

 

[VailDan]

Cordless ratchet.
Door bags.
Move slowly and deliberately.

Consider getting the door edges wrapped in PPF if removing/re-installing frequently

What is PPF?

 

[VailDan]

I have been looking for past day and have lost one of the (2)rubber door guards that comes in Bronco kit. Not seeing those as an option from Ford Accories, so looks like I can only put 1 on the fender/ The 2D door bags are $269, but it does not say if that is one of two. Going to order and hope that I get two doors bags

 

[BlueBronco]

What is PPF?

Paint Protection Film.

And the door bags should come in a pair (bags are different per side).

 

[Kyukidoeric]

Take out any clips from your pockets (knife, wallet
Use the insert on the bottom...

My issue is the door handles feel flimsy and that makes me nervous. And don't forget to unplug the door wires, and don't forget to roll down the windows before you unplug them...

After a few times you get comfortable, the installation angle is important. I got 1 chip deep inside by the hinge, but i figured it out. No chips since...

Good luck.

Hey Guys,

My 2D doors are off and I have seen the videos about using the guide pin and the (2)rubber guards when putting the doors back on. Still not 100% sure exactly where on the door/frame to put the rubber guards, but does anyone have any good details for adding/removing the doors all the time?

I have have my doors off for the summer and just using an old 4runner when it is cloudy. It would be nice to throw the doors on/off all the time, but guessing if I start doing that without a good process it is a matter of numbers and I will take a few chips/dents here and there. Not sure if the storage bags make things 10x safer/easier, or where exactly the doors guards should go(both on front edge of door? or rear edge of forward door opening?, etc. Any feedback from anyone that is doing it weekly or has a good process is appreciated. Just trying to smart about it before cranking it up to 50 times/year, etc. as I really like taking them off.

Thanks,

Dan

 

[BCHBRNC22]

The door bags are really nicley made and worth it. 3M makes a clear door edge trim that is barely visable (cheap on amazon). I just bought a few sets. Took the doors off and plan to install the edge protection when I have a few minutes.

 

[Gjpe04]

I have the bags. I slide them over the doors as far as possible before removing them. To protect the door edges and fender trim, I bought this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NDTP5YR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I cut is so it fits the full length of both the door edge and fender edge.

great idea! Do you put the protection on the door edge or the fender edge?

 

[BenBronco]

great idea! Do you put the protection on the door edge or the fender edge?

It is a 10ft strip. I cut it in half and put one on the door edge and one on the fender. That way both are protected.

 

[prospectfour]

Taken mine off and put them on any chance I get as it is so easy. I use a Milwaukee 12V cordless ratchet to zip the bolts on and off. I can remove all 4 doors or install them myself in 8 minutes. I use the same for the hardtop as well.

1) As mentioned above, use the door bags

2) Use the rubber bumpers but put BOTH on the fender

There is no point in putting the bumpers on the door edge. With the door opened for removal, any protection on the door edge serves no purpose at all and the door skin can still hit the fender edge. If you have both bumpers on the fender edge around the 1/3 and 2/3's areas, no part of the door can ding or hit the fender edge and chip.

I’m with you. Use your door bags and rubber bumpers and you’ll never have an issue. The key is to make sure the door fully seats by rotating it once on the pins. Once you see how pronounced the seating is, you’ll never miss it.

Mine come off whenever we get 4-5 dry days in the forecast. I admit I was pretty nervous the first time but haven’t given it any thought since.

 

[Mlarv]

I have been looking for past day and have lost one of the (2)rubber door guards that comes in Bronco kit. Not seeing those as an option from Ford Accories, so looks like I can only put 1 on the fender/ The 2D door bags are $269, but it does not say if that is one of two. Going to order and hope that I get two doors bags

I just ordered the door bags also, I used my Ford Pass points. It only cost me $10.92 cash for them. Tax and shipping I think. They should be here today. I also ordered a Lange Original hoist for the top. I figure I could cobble something together, or just order this and have it done correctly. Both should be here today.

Now do I buy the PPF and apply it or the rubber stripe for th door edge.

Mike

 

[JimmyG]

I have a Moar door so it's double the work, but I suggest getting the bags. For you it's 1/2 the price I paid so probably around 200+tax/shipping. Also, make yourself a holder like the one on this forum. I don't have the link handy but can look up if you want it. In lieu of bags, you can definitely use moving blankets or even old comforters (I did this at first and my wife kinda flipped).

To protect them when you put the doors back on, use the included rubber bumpers in your Bronco tool kit. Oh and ALWAYS use that screw in guide/holder.

I hate having the top and doors on and it's been about a month run, but rain is here for a week or so. So I had to put it all back together again...

 

[JimmyG]

Alright - The only reason I did not order the door bags when I bought is I thought I might be taking them on and off so much that I might just want to pull them by hand and place them on some hang-alls with foam and avoid bags to just speed up the process. On 2D there is no option to put them all in the back so thought I would wait and see.

It looks like they are a lot more expensive to buy from Ford Accesories, but going to go ahead and order just to have the piece of mind

https://www.levittownfordparts.com/sku/vm2dz-54502h07-c.html

$225 for 2 door bags

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