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1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino Vertical Door Kit is the exact Vertical Doors vehicle-specific conversion kit shown in this listing. It retains the original vehicle doors and changes the hinge movement so the converted doors open outward first and then raise vertically. Confirm part number VDCCHEVYEL7887, the complete application, body configuration, and current manufacturer notes before ordering.
Key Features
- Vertical Doors, Inc. builds the VDCCHEVYEL7887 as a direct bolt-on assembly that mounts to the vehicle's factory bolt pattern, and the vehicle keeps its original doors and outer skins.
- The kit swaps the factory door hinges for hardened steel vertical hinges and gas shocks so the doors open outward and then lift vertically.
- Vertical Doors, Inc. builds this as a direct bolt-on kit that mounts to the factory bolt pattern, and the company specifically cautions that weld-on kits can damage a vehicle.
- Outward travel before the lift is specific to this application, and Vertical Doors, Inc. does not publish a single figure that covers every vehicle.
- The company machines its hinges from domestic hardened steel, holds United States patents on its designs, and prototypes each kit on the actual vehicle so the hardware lines up with the factory bolt pattern.
- No separate shock purchase is needed.
Fitment
| Years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 1978-1987 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
Specifications
| Brand | Vertical Doors, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | VDCCHEVYEL7887 |
| Product Type | Vertical Door Conversion Kit |
| Vehicle Application | 1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino |
| Converted Doors | Front Doors |
| Original Doors Retained | Yes |
| Primary Material | Steel |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturer Catalog Status | Verified current |
What's Included
Two application-specific hinge assemblies, two gas shocks, required mounting hardware, and manufacturer installation instructions are included unless the manufacturer listing for VDCCHEVYEL7887 expressly states otherwise.
About Vertical Doors
Vertical Doors, Inc. engineers vehicle-specific vertical door conversion systems in the United States. Its application-specific kits retain the original doors and use dedicated hinge geometry instead of a universal weld-on assembly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will VDCCHEVYEL7887 fit my vehicle?
Use the fitment table and match the exact year, make, model, body configuration, and manufacturer part number. Contact us before ordering if any application detail differs.
Does VDCCHEVYEL7887 replace the original doors?
No. The kit changes the hinge system for the front doors and retains the vehicle's original doors.
Should VDCCHEVYEL7887 be professionally installed?
Professional installation by a shop experienced with door alignment and body hardware is recommended. Final panel gaps, latch operation, wiring clearance, shock support, and fastener torque must be verified before driving.
Manufacturer Installation and Order Notes
- The manufacturer lists this as a discontinued application. Confirm availability before ordering. Discontinued kits are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
- Drilling and tapping are required during installation.
- Vehicle modifications are required during installation.
Shipping to Canada, Alaska, and Hawaii
Canada, Alaska, and Hawaii require an additional $70 shipping charge. Contact Black Ops Auto Works before ordering to confirm the destination and final shipping total.
Installation
Follow the current Vertical Doors instructions for VDCCHEVYEL7887 and the vehicle manufacturer's service procedure. Support each door before removing hinge hardware, protect and route wiring without tension, align the door and latch before final torque, verify gas-shock support and full clearance through the complete travel, then recheck alignment and fasteners after initial use.
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