I have one of the nuts in the door where the inner panel attaches that is gone. I can see on other holes there are what looks like nuts welded to the frame for the panel screws to tighten into. Unfortunately, I don’t have the access or skill to weld nuts in the hole. Is there another alternative? Thanks — Tim-o
Tim o I have used epoxy in the past to get into tight places. Be sure to clean the area you are going to epoxy with sand paper clean the nut too then I use some lacquer thinner to wipe away any grease or other contaminates. I have used J B Weld and have had very good luck with this product. You can also used Marine Tex but it is a little pricey It starts at 46,000 PSI. Both of these products can be tapped out after they dry 24-48 hrs. after applying them. Once you apply the nut you can build a small fillet around them after they dry. I hope this helps with your project. 62blue Don
There are a couple different names for them but I used Rivit-nuts on one of my doors. IF you know someone at a body shop they will have the tool to put the rivit-nut in place. Works like a charm.
I appreciate the help. Both workable ideas. I'm also considering using a nylon insert nut - similar to what is used for license plate bolts. I saw that on another site... I'll keep you posted. Tim-o
As modelman said, cage nuts are the fix. They're usually found in the armrest holes in these same doors (if the truck was ordered with arm rests). You can pop one out and take it to a nut and bolt store or Grainger to match it up.
Thanks again for your suggestions. I did use the nylon nut and it fit nicely into the square hole. Tightened down well. Back together after a battle replacing wing vent glass. Don’t ever want to take it apart again!
