Re: 32 900 Hinge Pin Removal
Posted by BH On 2012/7/17 10:05:57
Owen_Dyneto wrote:
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That's not worth much to an owner of a '32 or earlier Packard.
Here's a modern example of the style of door hinge pin remover that I was talking about:
...which is available for purchase at:http://www.eastwood.com/door-hinge-pin-puller.html
...but I've seen 'em on eBay, too.
Of course, since there are only two hinges per door, the door must be supported with even just one pin removed. Further, I'll agree that it takes load off the pin for removal/installation. However, I've removed just one pin on other vehicles using similar style of hinge/pin with the door simply closed, but also supported along the bottom with some wooden shims.
Also, while using this tool on-car, be sure to protect adjacent painted surfaces with some masking tape.
However, if there's insufficient room to turn the screw of the puller installed with the hinge on-car, you'll have to open and support the door, and remove the hinge and place it in a vise.
If this simple tool, along with some penetrating oil, doesn't work, you could be in for a workout.
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For what it's worth here's a picture of the 33-34 style from the Packard Service Letters.
That's not worth much to an owner of a '32 or earlier Packard.
Here's a modern example of the style of door hinge pin remover that I was talking about:
...which is available for purchase at:http://www.eastwood.com/door-hinge-pin-puller.html
...but I've seen 'em on eBay, too.
Of course, since there are only two hinges per door, the door must be supported with even just one pin removed. Further, I'll agree that it takes load off the pin for removal/installation. However, I've removed just one pin on other vehicles using similar style of hinge/pin with the door simply closed, but also supported along the bottom with some wooden shims.
Also, while using this tool on-car, be sure to protect adjacent painted surfaces with some masking tape.
However, if there's insufficient room to turn the screw of the puller installed with the hinge on-car, you'll have to open and support the door, and remove the hinge and place it in a vise.
If this simple tool, along with some penetrating oil, doesn't work, you could be in for a workout.
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