The first step is to align the strike bolt so the door bends are…

The first step is to align the strike bolt so the door bends are perfectly aligned with the body bends when it's fully closed. Striker bolt torque is 24-33lb-ft (33-45Nm). Check vertical alignment against the body lines, and horizontal alignment between the surface of the door & the surface of the body (flushness). Front-to-back alignment (spacing) isn't critical at this point.

For door alignment, see this post:
http://www.fourdoorbronco.com/board/showthread.php?6884-Door-Alignment

For pics of another door being installed, see this album:
http://www.supermotors.net/registry/2742/66137-4

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Owner caption February 2007 · Photo 1475 of 5000