Removing Old Strap Hinges on Cargo Trailer that Use Rivets to Secure
Published 12/17/2019
Question:
Hi my mirage cargo trailer got rear ended. The barn doors both got damaged so I need to build and install new ones. Any plans or tips for doing that? I also need to know how to remove bolts from existing strap hinges. They are the bolts that look like a torch head with a pin in the center to prevent someone from removing them but how can they be removed in this case and new bolts be installed? Thanks
asked by: Derek
Helpful Expert Reply:
You are going to have to drill out the old hardware that is holding your hinges to your cargo trailer currently as they are basically rivets. The strap hinge replacements part # 2512 that you referenced will work really well for your setup as replacements. Best option will be to determine the type of wood and dimensions of your current doors and then go with wood that matches that. You could use larger rivets to attach the hinges or use carriage bolts ran through the hinges and secured on inside of trailer for an easier install that will still be secure.
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T-Strap Hinge for Enclosed Trailers - 12" Long - 180 Degree Rotation - Zinc Plated Steel
- Trailer Door Hinges
- Strap Hinge
- Non-Removable Pin
- Steel
- 12 Inch Long
- 2 Inch Wide
- Bolt-On
- Polar Hardware
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