HFS
Well Known Member
Here is a simple way of replacing those hinge eyes, at the end of a segment that seem to break off (with some regularity).
Just turn a new piece of hinge over (doesn't have to be the same material - can be SS or steel for more "durability"). Add "gap" spacer in between to align hinge pin. Drill/deburr and rivet together.
Worked for me on my -4 some 20+ years ago. I replaced the aluminum eyes with SS - never broke any of those.
YMMV
HFS
Just turn a new piece of hinge over (doesn't have to be the same material - can be SS or steel for more "durability"). Add "gap" spacer in between to align hinge pin. Drill/deburr and rivet together.
Worked for me on my -4 some 20+ years ago. I replaced the aluminum eyes with SS - never broke any of those.
YMMV
HFS