I used a large cotter pin for a while once.
Tom
----- Original Message -----
From: "Adrian Jones" <adrianjones747@earthlink.net>
To: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2008 8:42 PM
Subject: [TR] TR3A Hood/Trunk hinges
> Hi folks,
>
> Well, I just back home from work and guess what. The pin from one of the
> boot hinges had apparently fell out - leaving the trunk lid supported by
> only one hinge. The pin in the other hinge is OK - flush with the hinge,
> but the pins in the hood hinges look like they may also go AWOL, both
> sticking out about 1/16 inch. Has anybody experienced this?
>
> At the very least, I would suggest adding this to your quick weekly
> inspection of the car.
>
> Before I start the quest (undoubtedly futile) for a suitably sized drill
> bit to cut up as a replacement pin, has anyone got a spare hinge they
> would like to sell?
>
> Regards, Adrian
> TS 58324
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