1997 Ford Explorer door and tailgate striker bolt bushings

1997 FORD EXPLORER
100,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MAX SHARRATT
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All the plastic bushings on the striker bolts have disintegrated. Can I replace just the bushings or do I need to replace the complete striker units? In removing the striker unit either to replace the bushing or substitute the complete unit is there a danger that the retaining nut will slip out of place?[img:125a94c92e]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/517379_Door_Striker_Bolts_5038445_1.jpg[/img:125a94c92e]
Apr 15, 2010 at 1:03 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Yes, it could slip. I would recommend getting the entire unit from a salvage yard. If there is a "U-Pull it" yard near you, try to remove one and see if the bolt falls.
Apr 23, 2010 at 6:08 PM
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