Re: Installing new hinge pins in the doors

Posted by Ralph Holland on May 13, 1997 at 16:13:54

In Reply to: Installing new hinge pins in the doors
posted by Ken Smith on May 06, 1997 at 07:02:44

I ran into the same problem and used a piece of leather on the painted surface.I then pressed the pins in with a large "C" clamp.be sure to prelube the serrations with some lithium based lubricant (it displaces water).
: I have re-worked my doors on my 1930 Closed Cab Pickup. I have purchased new oversized pins with a knurl. The hinge holes on both the door hinges and the cab have been properly bored to the correct size for the new oversized hinge pins. I had the painter spray the tops of the hinge pins body color as required.
: My Question: Is there a correct tool and method to use when driving the pin knurl into the top of the door hinges? I would like to avoid any cracking or chiping of the new nitro cellulose paint that I have on the hinge pin itself. I have had several good suggestions, but wanted to see what all of you guys with experience have to say before I begin this process of hanging my doors. Please respond here(so all can see) or write me with further details at ksmith@coax.net

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