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Okay- The front clip is on, so I began working on the doors.

The '53 left door, latch, and striker plate were attempted first, since no modification needed to be done. I figured the left door setup would be a learning experience and went on without incident.

The right side '51 striker plate and pillar required modification for the '53 cab. I popped out the two two-holed nuts. Since the striker bolts travelled through slots, adjustments could be made only horizontally. I made the slots into squares with a round file in order to be able to allow for vertical adjustment. I made two shims much in the same fashion as Woodys'. The striker plate was attached, adjusted, and the door latches and unlatches.

There is some play in the door and I believe it's from the striker plate not being able to be adjusted inward due to the outer-edge facings. The '53 striker plte does not have outer-edge facings.

Woody noted below his pic, "The next thing to do is to get the door in about another 1/8 inch. I'm out of adjustment on the striker so some minor sugery is likely."

http://www.pbase.com/czechman/image/100876314

I haven't perused Woody's pics yet to see how and if he remedied his situation. However, I believe that if I cut off the outer edge, a stop will be taken away, allowing an inward adjustment of the striker. This should take out any excessive play.

Any input is welcome. I'll keep you posted on my progress.

Thanks.

EDit: Woody layer noted, "I also opened up the the bolt holes in the srtiker post and was able to move the striker in the necessary amount and now the trailing edge of the door is flush with the cab."