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Help - Hinges


Cheif xB
02-19-2007, 12:48 PM
I need some ideas on scratch built hinges. Im working on a VW GTI and Ive cut the rear hatch out, but Im stumped on how to hinge it. There isnt much room to work with. I tried to form my own crude hinge out of a paperclip, but it broke during bending.
Please help with possible hinge ideas. Heck, this might be worth adding to the FAQ if there is a good variety. Ill try to post a few picks to show what Im working with.

Thanks in advance.

willimo
02-19-2007, 05:27 PM
On my Celica project, I used a very similar method, but instead of the long bar across the center, I had the hinges stick out toward the outside of the car into little receivers. That doesn't sound at all sensible, so I'll link you to where you can see it:

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=4608988&postcount=28

Cheif xB
02-19-2007, 07:19 PM
There was a post in here earlier today...now its gone...whaere did it go?

Cheif xB
02-20-2007, 10:57 PM
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/vr6gti72/Random%20photos/hingesetup2.jpg

Here is the room I have to work with...

I wish the other post was still here for referance. I might be able to improvise most of it.

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