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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 04:23 PM
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whats the best way to get the bars out of the doors
i am in the process of doing a lot of weight reduction and would like to remove the bars also, thanks for any help brad
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 06:02 PM
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I don't know if its the same but I removed them from my 3rd gen. I used an air powered die grinder-just get safety glasses cause it throws some sparks!
also have a wet rag or water in case of fire
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 06:06 PM
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thanks i thought i seen on here where some one had drilled a hole and slid it right out
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 06:52 PM
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Have you run a search. I know there are a couple of posts on how to's.

I believe there is a way without hacking up the car.
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 07:22 PM
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found it search works great
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 08:02 PM
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well post up the link!! I want it too!!
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 09:27 PM
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...ight=door+bars
try this real good info on this
mine will be out tomarow
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Old Jun 26, 2006 | 08:34 AM
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Cool write up. Never thought about going into the front fender. Mine are getting lose and almost ready to fall out.
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I just think it was easier to drill the hole in the lower part of the door since its easier to take it out that way plus its less work....IMO.
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or the weight and safety factor i dont think its worth it, BUT when you start removing this and that and add up all the little stuff, you'll be surprised what you come up with!
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Old Jun 26, 2006 | 03:29 PM
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Just last week I was looking at these trying to figure out how to get them out. I guess I'll have to pull the door panels and give it a try.
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Old Jun 26, 2006 | 03:56 PM
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Cut a hole near the bottom end of the curve and it slides right out and you can NEVER see the hole unless your actually under the car.
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