I'm working on some of the little issues now so that when April comes I can be focused on a smaller list of tasks. I decided I would tackle the drivers' door panel today. Around 2011 I installed one of the reproduction deluxe door panels I had acquired on eBay in 2003 for about $200. Subsequent I ssues encountered with this panel include 1) the door never shut properly, as if the panel was misaligned, and 2) window crank wouldn't reach the splines on the regulator.
So, first order of business, make absolute sure I have deluxe regulators. Based on the 1 3/16" length and 4 markers on the stub, I confirmed they are deluxe regulators. Whew...
Here you can see the thickness difference between the repro and original (I removed the vinyl in hopes of re-covering the originals,but the foam was probably too damaged to look smooth under new vinyl, thus the repro install)
Original
Repro
