RESTORATION
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So the captive nut slid
down on you, huh? Not
to worry as it can easily
be retrieved by removing
a few screws on the
sill plate and the lower
section of the interior
panel for easy access
with your hand.
If you’re replacing the whole striker, mark its position before
removing the original. Masking tape marks the left/right
and up/down position during the removal and installation
process to help you maintain the proper striker bolt
alignment, and it doesn’t leave scratches.
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Older
Newer
Here’s the newer-style striker with the “hook/guard” used
on ’87-’93 Fox Mustangs. Presumably, this cages the latch,
reducing the possibility of the door or hatch coming open
in a collision.
70 FOXMustangMagazine.com
The hard plastic bushings can be purchased in pairs and
measure 7/8 inch in length, with an I.D. of 1/2 inch and
O.D. of 11/16 inch.