help opening 1966 4dr HT back door after years of sitting

[Don Savard <res03r3f@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jeff,
   Door mechanism usually seizes from lack of operation and buildup of foreign
matter. This trick has always worked for me:
   Lay down on rear seat. Using one foot to hold door handle in the open
position, use the other foot to rap/hit firmly on the door closest to door latch
area. Repeat using more force til door pops open. Usually done shoeless as not
do mar door panel. Good luck,
Don Savard


Jeff Ingraham wrote:

> Hi,
>   I have been communicating with an Imperial owner who is trying to open the
> back door of his Imperial that has not been opened in many years.   Any
> suggestions to offer him?
> thanks!
> Jeff
>