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1952-1959 Chevy & GMC Truck Door Striker Shim Set – Original Style

Get the door striker positioned correctly on your classic truck with this 1952-1959 Chevy and GMC truck door striker shim set, available exclusively from Tuckers Classic Auto Parts.

These original-style door striker shims install behind the door striker plate and allow you to adjust its position for proper door alignment and engagement with the latch.

Whether you're replacing missing original shims, installing new door hardware, or working through door alignment during a restoration, these small pieces can make an important difference in getting the striker positioned where it needs to be.

Product Type: Door Striker Shim Set
Style: Original Style
Application: 1952-1959 Chevrolet & GMC Pickup Trucks
Location: Behind Door Striker Plate
Availability: Tuckers Exclusive

Features

• Fits 1952-1959 Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks

• Original-style reproduction

• Installs behind the door striker plate

• Helps adjust striker position for proper door alignment

• Useful when installing or adjusting door latch and striker components

• Replaces missing, damaged, or incorrect original shims

• Ideal for restoration or repair

• Available exclusively from Tuckers Classic Auto Parts

Why Are Door Striker Shims Important?

Proper door alignment depends on more than just the hinges.

The door striker needs to be positioned correctly so the latch can properly engage when the door closes. If the striker sits too far inward or outward, the door may not latch or align correctly.

Door striker shims allow you to fine-tune the striker position by spacing it away from the cab as needed.

They're especially useful when installing replacement doors, hinges, latches, or striker components—or when aligning a truck that has been disassembled during restoration.

Original-Style Replacement

Rather than using improvised washers or spacers behind the striker, these shims are designed as an original-style solution for 1952-1959 Chevy and GMC trucks.

They provide a cleaner, more restoration-correct way to adjust the striker while maintaining the appearance and function of the original door hardware.

And unlike a generic spacer, this shim set was made specifically with these classic trucks in mind.

You’ll only find this set at Tuckers Classic Auto Parts.

Vehicle Fitment

Designed for applicable:

Chevrolet Trucks

• 1952 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

• 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

• 1954 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

• 1955 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup – 1st Series

• 1955 Chevrolet Pickup – 2nd Series

• 1956 Chevrolet Pickup

• 1957 Chevrolet Pickup

• 1958 Chevrolet Pickup

• 1959 Chevrolet Pickup

GMC Trucks

• 1952 GMC Pickup

• 1953 GMC Pickup

• 1954 GMC Pickup

• 1955 GMC Pickup

• 1956 GMC Pickup

• 1957 GMC Pickup

• 1958 GMC Pickup

• 1959 GMC Pickup

Important Fitment Information

These shims are designed to install behind the door striker plate and are used to adjust the striker position.

The number of shims required can vary depending on the individual truck and its door alignment.

Classic trucks may have replacement doors, hinges, latches, cab repairs, or other modifications after decades of use. Final door and striker adjustment should be performed during installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do door striker shims do on a classic Chevy truck?
Door striker shims install behind the striker plate to adjust its position. This helps properly position the striker so the door latch can engage and the door can align correctly when closed.

Will these fit a 1955 Chevy truck?
Yes. These door striker shims fit applicable 1955 Chevrolet pickup trucks, including both 1st Series and 2nd Series applications.

Do these fit GMC trucks?
Yes. They are designed for compatible 1952-1959 GMC pickup trucks as well as Chevrolet trucks.

Can these help with a door that doesn't close correctly?
They can help when incorrect striker positioning is contributing to the problem. Door alignment can also be affected by hinges, hinge adjustment, worn latch components, cab condition, and other factors.

Where do the shims install?
The shims install between the door striker plate and the cab, allowing the position of the striker to be adjusted.

Are these original-style shims?
Yes. These are designed as an original-style replacement rather than using generic washers or improvised spacers.

Where can I buy these door striker shims?
This shim set is a Tuckers Classic Auto Parts exclusive and is only available from Tuckers.

Finish Your Door Alignment the Right Way

Getting the doors properly aligned is one of those details that can make a big difference in how a restored classic truck feels.

If your original striker shims are missing, damaged, or simply aren't giving you the adjustment you need, this 1952-1959 Chevy and GMC truck door striker shim set gives you an original-style solution designed specifically for these trucks.

Add a set to your restoration and get one more small—but important—detail right.