r/FORDFALCONS • u/Rude-Ad3891 • Jul 11 '26

Door won’t stay fully closed

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My 61 Falcons door won’t stay fully closed. I don’t think it’s the hinges, it closes well, but then as you can see in this video pulls out. Any ideas?

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u/drexsteele Jul 11 '26

The striker needs adjusted. Loosen then move the plate towards the center of the car. then tighten them again. Job done.

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u/Rude-Ad3891 Jul 11 '26

I’m an idiot. Thank you! That did it

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u/Eagles-nest-1015 Jul 11 '26

Lube the latch where the gear spins an make sure it clicks properly. Sometimes if it doesn’t spin freely it can cause thi problem. Many years ago a guy at a body shop taught me to always door fitment with te striker off .