RUSH55
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I don’t recall there being any metal bushings in the front driver side door when I went through mine. But that was like 20 something years ago.
55 hinge repair-NAPA kit #675-5157
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I think we are looking for FJ55 pins right, Not FJ40 pins big difference
RUSH55
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@Grease Cruiser previously mentioned that FJ40 pins will work.
I’d like to try to find an alternative to bushing “kits” using readily available pins and bushings. I think I’ve got a good line on bushings, but so far have only been able to find 6mm pins in a 35mm length. An alternative to that is to go with 1/4”, but still want to look around some more before making compromises.
The total necessary pin length not counting a head or tail is about 60mm (~2-3/8”)
Not really.....40 pins work great. Don't overthink it.
I just did mine a couple of months ago. I bought my 40 pins off of ebay for $10 or so for each kit; required two kits.
Ige did this several years ago and here is her original write-up:
easy door hinge repair
even though the previous owner had put specters rebuilt door hinges in, both front top hinges were toast and causing the door to fall every time you opened it and requiring a slight lift to close it. pressing the pin out sucks so bad, i took it to work and had one of the mechanics get it out...
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Again, don't overthink it.
It's nice not having to pick up my driver's door 2+ inches to get it to shut.
Thank you very much Grease Cruiser, That’s great info. Iam going to look into that set up, I have two more hinges to rebuild and I’ll try to not over think it, Thanks Again
bobm
WTF, WTF, WTF!!!!
I'm buying you a tape measure
WarDamnEagle
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I was thinking the same thing. Maybe we could crowd fund one for him.I'm buying you a tape measure
That first foot always wears out, good idea, but how do you keep it from getting sucked in the housing?
RUSH55
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I'm buying you a tape measure
It’s a ruler! I’m sending you all one for Christmas!
Were the original 55 bushing plastic like the 40's? I haven't taken my hinges apart yet, but I will be next weekend so I want to make sure I have all the needed parts ready to go. Did anyone ever find an options using oillite bushings and an available automotive hinge pin?Not really.....40 pins work great. Don't overthink it.
I just did mine a couple of months ago. I bought my 40 pins off of ebay for $10 or so for each kit; required two kits.
Ige did this several years ago and here is her original write-up:
easy door hinge repair
even though the previous owner had put specters rebuilt door hinges in, both front top hinges were toast and causing the door to fall every time you opened it and requiring a slight lift to close it. pressing the pin out sucks so bad, i took it to work and had one of the mechanics get it out...
Again, don't overthink it.
It's nice not having to pick up my driver's door 2+ inches to get it to shut.
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER FJ40 HJ45 BJ40 DOOR HINGE PIN AND BUSH KIT NEW | eBay
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER FJ40 HJ45 BJ40. Use for Toyota Land Cruiser 4# Series FJ40 HJ45 BJ40, may also fit for other model. DOOR HINGE PIN AND BUSH KIT NEW.
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Thoughts???
Brass Bushings and stainless steel 40 pins, maybe?
WarDamnEagle
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I've been banging in the Nissan kits from Napa. Paint then bake.
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WarDamnEagle
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After reading a few more threads, I sent a PM to @Midgainc to see if he is still rebuilding them. I know there are a couple of other methods that will work but I will definitely go with his rebuild if he is still providing the service. He hasn't been on in a while though. Anyone have another contact detail for him (cell or email)?
Edit: We're in touch.
Edit: We're in touch.
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Man I hope he’s still doing it. I have another 2 sets to send him. The ones he did previously are top notch.
any hiccups or top tips with the nissan kits or just plug and play?
Ive rebuilt my front ones with the old Napa kit, but my rear ones are quite worn, and this is a relativly easy project
Thanks!
Sorry, should have updated this thread and forgot. I bought these pins and bushings from eBay, but I don’t remember the specifics on what I had to do to make them work in the hinges, in the end everything is tight and seems to be holding up well.
I have just done the fronts. My back door hinges didn't need rebuilding.
thanks. they should use the same pins....they look the same anyways
