2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Lower door rust repair

[Glen Pratt]

What can I expect to pay for lower door rust repair assuming the lower door skin needs replacement? My truck is a 1998 Quad Cab. Anybody know of a good body shop in Eastern Long Island, New York? Thanks, Glen
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[RHestand]

I had both my doors done, (new sheet metal, and new paint) in Marinette, WI, for$1000. I'm very happy with everything they did.

In talking to the guy that did the work, he said he had done this rust repair on at least 30 or 40 of the 2nd gen. Dodges, mostly back in the 1990's, authorized and paid for by Dodge Inc.

According to him, it was not so much a road salt problem, as it was poor design. He said among other things, the water drain holes were placed too high. Consequently almost all of these repairs were due to rust caused by an inch or so of standing water, in the bottom of the doors.

After the repair, he drilled two drain holes in the bottom of ea. door, and said if it ever rusted again, he would fix it for free.

Good Luck, Ray

 

[Glen Pratt]

Ray, Thanks for the info. -Glen

 

[CKibler]

You should be able to find a good body shop out here on the island. It all depends on how much money your willing to spend. I'm hoping to get a few more years before I have to fix mine. I did spot some rust but not through.