GMT800 Door Pins & Bushings

[DieselSlug]

Just recently my drivers door has gotten sloppy. Tougher to close and getting more wind noise than ever.

Looks like options are limited to SKP and Dorman across all big box stores and RA. Looks like there are 2 different types:


Has anyone had experience with either? Is the thread on superior (by superior, I mean worth nearly triple the price per side) and I guess function wise? My hopes aren't high for longevity either way being Dorman. If we can get a couple years at a time I guess its enough. If i could get several years at a time I would go with the pricey-er option.

I do see greaseable aftermarket options but they cost nearly what I paid for the whole rig.

I want to try and get the drivers door done before we leave on Friday for SC.

 

[DieselSlug]

Was forced to the cheapest kit. Only had 1 kit of 2 pins in the screw on type, which makes ZERO sense...

 

[DieselSlug]

Welp, I am NOT a fan of these e-clip style pins. I need to try a set of the thread on type. The press in action just isn't tight enough, and the install of the e-clip doesn't keep proper tension on the pin (gap between e-clip and bracket). The OEM type is basically a pressed rivet knurled over keeping tension on the pin.

Now my upper hinge is excessively worn, like into the welded on bracket resulting in a loose bushing. For now its gonna stay loose, but I need to some up with an option to tighten this up. I would assume the only option is welding and re-drilling. Anybody have any experience?

 

[ak diesel driver]

I know on the gmt 400 you can get oversize bushings

 

[Big T]

Cunningham Machine makes superior (to Dorman) pins and bushings for the GMT-400.

 

[DieselSlug]

Cunningham Machine makes superior (to Dorman) pins and bushings for the GMT-400.

Good call Big T, they have a gmt800 full set for $53 plus bushings. I will purchase them when I revisit this. I even see oversize bushings too.