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« on: April 09, 2009, 20:52:38 pm »
I need to do this to AssHull's '67 right quick. Got the appropriate hinge pins (1st oversize) and matching reamer. Any tips, tricks, things I should know before tackling this?? THANKS!!
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« Reply #1 on: April 09, 2009, 21:40:11 pm »
Torch, impact hammer. BTW, be sure the hinge is completely cool before using the reamer. Otherwise you will be buying the next size up reamer and pin. Don't ask me how I know.  Embarrassed Also, be careful or you can rip the hing from the door. If you have the cash, I would suggest one of the pin removers they sell on the Samba. Not cheap, but I hear they do a really good job.

Also, make sure you have the right pins for your '67. There are early and late pins.

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« Reply #2 on: April 10, 2009, 02:29:28 am »
if you are using Wolfburg West Early Hinge pins Shorten them a 1/4 inch before installing them they only go so far in then the top of the pin starts mushrooming just a Tip
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« Reply #3 on: April 10, 2009, 02:32:51 am »
Yes I am, thanks for the tips guys! I do have the early pins as it is an early '67. I'll probably give this a go Saturday...
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« Reply #4 on: April 10, 2009, 03:54:32 am »
Also have somebody hold a bucking bar up against henge while useing air hammer so you twist henge on door shell
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« Reply #5 on: April 10, 2009, 17:51:25 pm »
Shit. So I'll need another person.
Thanks Danny
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« Reply #6 on: April 25, 2009, 22:59:35 pm »
My tool box can't get these things out. Does anyone have one of these hinge pin removers? Can I borrow it? Roll Eyes From what I've read, they pop the pin out like greased lightning...

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=522556
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« Reply #7 on: April 25, 2009, 23:06:10 pm »
Thats a bitchin looking tool.  Who makes that?
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« Reply #8 on: April 25, 2009, 23:06:48 pm »
that sure looks like the way to go. Wish I had one for ya bud.
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« Reply #9 on: April 25, 2009, 23:15:24 pm »
Apparently the seller a machinist and he made them up...
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« Reply #10 on: April 26, 2009, 00:44:13 am »
Looks expensive for something you rarely use though.
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« Reply #11 on: April 26, 2009, 01:15:08 am »
Quote from: Zach Gomulka on April 25, 2009, 22:59:35 pm
My tool box can't get these things out.

What about Jays Toolbox??
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« Reply #12 on: April 26, 2009, 18:49:57 pm »
Quote from: SlingShot on April 26, 2009, 01:15:08 am
Quote from: Zach Gomulka on April 25, 2009, 22:59:35 pm
My tool box can't get these things out.

What about Jays Toolbox??

I asked him about it, he's never done it, doesn't know how.

I have access to an air hammer, but I'm afraid I'll rip the hinge off the door before the pin comes out. It's a pain in the ass to try and properly support the door/hinge and hammer on it simutaneously.
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« Reply #13 on: April 26, 2009, 19:15:15 pm »
Quote from: Zach Gomulka on April 25, 2009, 22:59:35 pm
My tool box can't get these things out. Does anyone have one of these hinge pin removers? Can I borrow it? Roll Eyes From what I've read, they pop the pin out like greased lightning...

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=522556


I have used that tool 5 times now and must say it's worth every cent. I have tried all kind of shit before but this tool is just so smooth to use.
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« Reply #14 on: April 26, 2009, 21:26:16 pm »
AssHull & I just finished the job... we had to get a little creative and they all aren't show car pretty, but we got it done. I highly advise using a press to put them in, I wish we had one!
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« Reply #15 on: April 27, 2009, 01:44:19 am »
Last time I did one, I used a valve guide installing tool for a pnumatic hammergun modified slightly (chamfered head) ... no problem! Pressed in same, no problem ... just gotta know your tool.
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