how many pounds psi do you need to keep that thing from moving when you close the door. I installed a new one because the one was DUNN!!!! Now the door will not stay close unless I put something between the cab and the striker. Can anybody give me a suggestion on this please?

 

As I recall the strikers on my 55 used to slip as well. It was a long time ago, and I will probably get shot for this, but I got teh striker to where the door would close properly, then I marked it exactly. I cut a very thin gasket and put a couple SMALL dabs of epoxy on both sides of the gasket and reinstalled the striker. Seems like I had to really torque them down good - like 40 ftpds. I tested the door VERY gently before the epoxy dried to check the alignment, then let it dry - never had a bit of trouble after that.

J!

 

Ford made shims that looked like sand paper to put behind the striker plates for "gription". What kind of bolts are you using? Is there some kind of a lock washer under the head?

 

B6C8122058A .. Right or Left Striker Plate Shim / Use as required / Fits all 1953/56's.

WESLEY OBSOLETE PARTS in Liberty KY has 12 = 606-787-5293.

JST AUTOMOTIVE in Lebanon TN has 7 = 615-443-3086.

PARTS INTERNATIONAL in Farmers Branch TX has 12 = 888-727-0418.

KINSEL L/M in Beaumont TX has 8 = 800-816-2894.
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354488S8 .. Stricker Plate Screw ~ Flathead, includes washer / 5/16" -24 x 1 1/4" / Fits: all 1953/55's (1956 is different!)

DON SANDERSON FORD in Glendale AZ has 9 = 623-842-8762.

BURCH FORD in La Habra (Orange County) CA has 8.

 

thanks for all the replies....since i'm back now, its time to get hot on this truck again...i will use all the information provided to guide me back on the 54 Ford Path of Rebirth!!!!