Gen 2 Lower Trunk Hinge Pin Specs (Pics)

[limp_noodle]

We all know that the lower hinge pin of the gen 2 trunk/swing gate breaks causing the hinge to fail.

I bought an extra one off of a member to replace my broke one. I decided to take it apart, clean up and rust and lube the pin.

Before I put it together I took some measurements for future reference. I might end up making some if I can find a suitable material if anyone does not want to purchase a new hinge.




I apologize for the blurry pics.

 

[Monterado]

Hey, did you ever make these pins? Mine has sheared off and I need a new pin or hinge assy.

 

[plh]

3.5" x 3/8" - Should be relatively easy to find

 

[Toasty]

Is this really a thing? I've had a ton of Montero's and my personal rig and the one i sold to PA_JERO are 2 very long standing Gen 2's (94 SR and '99) both have had a 35 hanging on the rear door for 9 and 11 years with no issues. Is this a rust thing? Maybe do a brass pin like heavy gates and iron doors have?

FWIW i have a lathe and knurling tool

 

[nwoods]

I had a broken bottom hinge on my 98, no idea how it got that way though. It was easy to source a newer one from the local scrapyard though