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How do I replace door hinge pins and bushings on a 97' gmc 1500?

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How to remove door bushings

The only door bushings I am aware of are the ones on the hinge pins. Correct? If not, please clarify what you mean.
New pins come with new bushings, and the hinges are welded on so the pins are pretty much the only items replaceable. Not a fun job - because of the door stop springs you will need a spring compressor, and you will also need a special tool to drive out the old pins. However, both are available from a parts store or Amazon.
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when the upper and lower pins are removed the door will come away from body, it is important that before you remove the pins you take a look at the hinges.
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