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I managed to change the hinges with out taking off the door by swapping the damaged bottom hinge first then changing the top hing. Removing the bottom hing was a bit a a pain because the are riveted in at an angle that makes it difficult to drill out, so i used a dremel to get them out once this...

I will do thanks. I am looking at this part for the replacement https://www.britishparts.co.uk/products/6221-tailgate-hinge-BHB700051 I think I'll change both hinges as the door is coming off any way.

Thanks for the reply I'll defiantly keep the door shut until the parts arrive.

Thanks for the reply I will give this a go with some help and the spare removed.

When i open the door and lift the only moment i get is from the suspension upon further investigation it looks like the bottom hing is causing the problem i have attached photos showing where it is sagging and the hinge.

No it's only when i shut the door it's dropped a bit i suspect probably from holding the spare wheel for the last 17years I'm probably going to try replacing the hinges.

Thanks yes it,s the Discovery 2 in my avatar I think I'll take your advice and take a look today and order some good hinges from paddocks.:)

lol thanks for the reply double entendre aside ;) this is actually a genuine issue so any tips gratefully received.

Thanks I'm planning to use a jack to hold it in place, I'll post some picks when the parts arrive.

Hi Disco peeps my back door is a bit saggy and bangs when it is shut does any one have any tips to resolve this complaint?

Hi I have Discovery 2 new to me so far i have changed the fuel pump which wen well and it running like a dream now. The side steps have rusted so i plans to cut them off with a grinder and fit some tree sliders from http://www.rock-sliders.co.uk/discovery-2-rock-tree-sliders.html I've watched a...