How to Install Lambo Doors

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Lambo doors are customized car doors that can be installed to replace standard car doors, primarily on two-door sports cars.^{[1]
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Select Lambo doors that are compatible with the make and model of your car.^{[2]
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- Be sure to ask the dealer who sells the doors what kit and tools you will need for installation.
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Gather the tools that you will need according to your Lambo door kit instructions.
- Remember that the tools needed for each kit will vary based on the type of vehicle you have.
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Can I install Lambo doors on any car?

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Yes, but it might need modifications on the car that are irreversible. Be careful, some kits are unsafe and very hard to install.

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How do I know if my Lambo can install a door kit?

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Be sure to do research to find out ways to know if it can. If you still do not know, or are still unsure it's best to go to the local auto department and ask them about it.

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When learning how to install Lambo doors, keep in mind that each car is different so the process will vary. To install them on some cars for example, you may have to remove bumpers, fenders and headlights. The parts that you will need to remove enable you to easily get to the door hinges to replace them with the Lambo door kit hinges.

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Be sure to gather all of the tools you will need, such as socket wrenches and sturdy tape, prior to beginning the Lambo door installation process. It will not be convenient to stop what you are doing to look for necessary tools once you begin installing the doors.

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When considering installing Lambo doors, keep in mind that in certain types of accidents, these doors are more likely to become jammed than standard car doors.

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Be careful when parking your car with installed Lambo doors in a parking garage. When you open them, they might bump against the ceiling of the garage if it is low.

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Do not attempt to install Lambo doors until you have read the instructions carefully and understand how to accomplish the job. If you are uncertain about any of the steps outlined, talk to the dealer where you purchased your Lambo doors and ask for clarification.

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