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Thread: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

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    Default Re: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

    I found some giant safety pins at McMaster Carr. Sorry I do not remember the size. They do work fine as hinge pins and are fairly easy to remove.

    http://www.mcmaster.com/#retaining-pins/=xybars
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    Default Re: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

    That's the best answer so far!

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    Default Re: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

    I placed a McMaster Carr order for 900026A104. I'll let you know if they fit.

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    Default Re: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

    Hi guys
    I have been using "R pins" in my Vixen for over 5 years. They are very easy to remove and reinstall. Should be available in most in most hardware supply stores. Google them.
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    Ah why didn't I think of that...so simple.

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    Default Re: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

    As it has been 13 years now I am just remembering that I did need to trim a bit off the hook that reaches around the hinge pin part in order to get it hooked.

    I like the R pins but my compulsiveness would require me to bend it such that the pointy end would lock behind the hinge barrel. I know they would likely never depart the plane but the consequences of a door hitting the tail. Ouch.
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    Default Re: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

    Esser, I'm going with Maxwell's style of pin. The R type aren't as secure and they will scratch the hinge upon removal.

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    Default Re: Door Hinges The first step I'm not looking forward to doing

    Quote Originally Posted by Esser View Post

    Ah why didn't I think of that...so simple.

    That's whats on my 5 outback
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