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Old Apr 6, 2009 | 11:16 PM
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is there a way to stiffen the doors? when you open the doors they just fly away...
it causes some damage when they do... like hitting the sidewalks
Old Apr 6, 2009 | 11:50 PM
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hold on to them.
Old Apr 6, 2009 | 11:53 PM
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LOL!
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:46 AM
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LMAO this had got to be a joke
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:49 AM
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open the window and it helps, also hold onto the handle
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Coolwaterz
is there a way to stiffen the doors? when you open the doors they just fly away...
it causes some damage when they do... like hitting the sidewalks
There really isn't anything you can do (that I know of) other than just use a little more care when opening them. Is it a windy day? Be prepared to hold on tight or push harder.
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 01:02 AM
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get lambo doors. then you only have to look out for low hanging tree branches and birds...
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 02:05 AM
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a lot of my passengers do this.

the just open the door and let it fly, it like slams to a stop.

hate it.
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 03:35 AM
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^^ Your issue can be solved by a simple replacement part..... its called a new friend :D
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 03:37 AM
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^^^do they have these at the dealership?
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 07:03 AM
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Seriously though, these cars have longer doors then most cars and if you don't hold onto them they kind of swing open by themselves.
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 08:40 AM
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Originally Posted by yellowxhoodie
hold on to them.
QFT.
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 03:08 PM
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lol park out away from everyone and your golden!!
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 09:02 PM
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Fill the door with concrete.
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 09:53 PM
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wow this is no help. thanks for the stupid replies though...
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 09:57 PM
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Theres no solution to the problem, so insert stupid comments, lol

When opening the door, keep your hand on it. Alot of people kick the door open or push it open with their foot, that irks me. Open it with your arm, hold onto it, then when standing let go and at the same time close the door with your other hand.

Can't help you much more than that.



If you want to get deeper into a resolution, weld both doors shut, and jump in Dukes style.
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 10:02 PM
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ask stupid questions...
you shall receive stupid answer.
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 10:09 PM
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Indeed

I like the dukes style myself, coolwaters. Doet
Old Apr 7, 2009 | 11:59 PM
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lol. dukes style.

tried to once, its hard.

i climbed through my roof once though, locked the doors and forgot the keys, good thing roof was open!
Old Apr 8, 2009 | 01:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Kvizzel
lol. dukes style.

tried to once, its hard.

i climbed through my roof once though, locked the doors and forgot the keys, good thing roof was open!
no image signatures i believe good sir...

and LOL at this question.

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