converting a Mk6 SWB from double doors to single tailgate

[airinpiston]

Hi All
I’ve just been given a MK6 SWB . It needs some exterior TLC. One of the jobs will be to replace the rear doors. The locking mechanism is broken and both of the doors are bent. The big question is, can I convert this to a single tailgate. It looks like the flat panel area on the roof for the hinges are already there. I assume Fords wouldn’t make a different body shape. Does any one have any previous experience of doing this?

Regards

Alan

[Guy88]

iirc the D pillars are different

[airinpiston]

The D pillars have the bits for the hinges to attach to ? Would the hole be the same size at the back ? the fact that it would have the bulges left from where the hinges attach wouldn't bother me. Could you send me some pictures of the attachment points hinges / struts etc from your own van ?

many thanks

Alan

[lostpaul67]

Hi All
I’ve just been given a MK6 SWB . It needs some exterior TLC. One of the jobs will be to replace the rear doors. The locking mechanism is broken and both of the doors are bent. The big question is, can I convert this to a single tailgate. It looks like the flat panel area on the roof for the hinges are already there. I assume Fords wouldn’t make a different body shape. Does any one have any previous experience of doing this?

Regards

Alan

Look at the red van in left hook scrappers, nice set of glazed rear doors

[Luke]

ive seen it done before on all the other mk transits but not a mk6 (or7) you'd probly be the 1st to do it

ideally you could do with getting the 2 vans side by side to have a good look

[airinpiston]

That was what i was thinking. So is there any one within striking distance of London with a Mk6 with a tailgate that i could come and take a look at If it helps i can bring beer.....

regards

Alan

[Guy88]

come up to north weald on sunday and you can look at mine

[airinpiston]

now there is an offer I can't refuse.I'll bring my camera if it's ok with you and take some pictures

regards

Alan

[Guy88]

now there is an offer I can't refuse.I'll bring my camera if it's ok with you and take some pictures

regards

Alan

no probs

[madmark]

if my van was available with a tailgate i would of got it with one thats for shure!

[Guy88]

if my van was available with a tailgate i would of got it with one thats for shure!

i still forget mines a tailgate, i generally remember when it makes contact with my chin

[madmark]

[airinpiston]

A quick update on progress. I have now got a tailgate. I came new from E-bay. The only problem is it's only designed for mechanical locks and not electric locks, but we will give it a go. The main good point is it fits the hole in the back .So off to Ford Monday to buy Hinges and gas struts and see it I can get the whole thing hung properly. Will take pictures various and post later on

regards

Alan

[Frag]

Thank the gods of transits,the A.A & the R.A.C for tailgate tranny`s

[mcdub]

what you doing with the doors your taking off? I`m after the locking mechanism from the pass side one at the bottom - my own one is slightly bent...

Cheers
Martin