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sdebaker
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 Posted: Wed Jul 09, 2008 5:39 pm Post subject: Hinge pin tool |
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| Fabulous tool. After rigging several, unsuccessful devices that did nothing to move the rusted hinge pin, I ordered one of these. WOW! Pushed out the old pin very smoothly. Very-well made. Highly recommended. |
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islandveedub 
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Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
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| Posted: Thu Jul 10, 2008 10:32 pm Post subject: |
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I have done several hinge pins with ease with Joey's tool. However, the pin pictured took me a good 45 minutes to get out. The center was so rusted away in the middle that it kept compressing and binding. I couldn't see what was going on inside so I didn't know that was happening. Luckily, it was a late model hinge and I moved the tool back and forth from top to bottom until one half broke free and fell out. Then I could press the other half out with no problem. I don't know how I would have done it without this tool. The rust we have to deal with in Hawaii!
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meredith murray
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Location: Upstate SC
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| Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 11:52 am Post subject: |
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I just took out 6 Bus Hinge Pins in less than 30-45 minutes, WOW what a Great Tool, no way you should ever try this job without this tool.
I then had 7 Bug Doors, "not currently on a bug" that I wanted to take the hinge pins out of, this took a little longer as some of the doors had hinges you couldn't even operate, even though some where a PITA the tool took every single one of them out, all 14. It never messed up a single pin or door.
Again no way you should ever try this job without this tool, it will pay for itself thru the lack of frustration with any other methods, PERIOD.
As I told Joey, he deserves to be a millionaire for providing this tool for every one of us, he will go down in VW history.  |
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BeaterBarndoor
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Location: North Carolina
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scvw
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| Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 4:47 pm Post subject: |
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Hey Mark, does this mean that you have made your trip to the adult juice store?
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BeaterBarndoor
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| Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 5:26 pm Post subject: |
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hmmm  i guess that all depends on a certain black oval showing up in Florida next month,under its own power of course :2gunfire:
all i can say is that my refrigerator is stocked well ,there may be some minors reading this.
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virtanen
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Location: Finland
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| Posted: Tue Oct 14, 2008 11:44 pm Post subject: |
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| I got my hinge pin tool yesterday, I'm more than satisfied the quality and functionality, thanks Joey! |
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capted
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Location: Tampa, FL
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| Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 6:54 am Post subject: |
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| All and all a GREAT transaction... the tool was shipped/received as stated and works better than expected. |
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slammedjustine
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| Posted: Thu Oct 23, 2008 4:39 pm Post subject: hinge pin remover |
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What a work of art! Pure craftmanship! well done Joey i am highly impressed dude!
This has to be one of the most useful and well made tools i have! Old hinge pins come out with ease (i could get them out with my teeth with this tool!)
I look forward to seeing more!
Joey your tools are getting around the world! I am passing your details on to many of my vw friends in the UK.
cheers tim |
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CarlKever
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Location: Twello, The Netherlands
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| Posted: Sat Oct 25, 2008 5:20 am Post subject: Re: hinge pin remover |
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| slammedjustine wrote: |
| What a work of art! Pure craftmanship! well done Joey i am highly impressed dude! |
I couldn't agree more. I've wrecked a few hinges (and doors) over the years trying to slam the pins out. 
This tool is the best special VW tool I've ever worked with! Replacing the pins has become a piece of cake!  
Thanks, Joey!
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bluestealth
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Location: Lancashire England
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| Posted: Sat Oct 25, 2008 4:34 pm Post subject: Hingepin removal tool |
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I've just used my new hinge pin removal tool and what a great piece of kit, sure beats knocking hell out of it with a hammer and punch after warming up with a oxcy acetelene torch. Worth every cent.
Thanks Joey |
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metalchomper
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Location: Statesville, NC
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| Posted: Sat Oct 25, 2008 9:20 pm Post subject: |
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This is one of my favorite tools! Great job Joey!
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matt ryan
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Location: Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
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| Posted: Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:04 pm Post subject: |
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Got mine the other day. Only took 8 days to get to Australia!
I used it straight away and it pushed them out with ease. Joey has been a real gentleman to do business with.
Well done Joey, I think you have improved on the original tool made by matra.
Regards,
Matt. |
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Toronto Locksmith
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 4:51 pm Post subject: |
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| 2stroke wrote: |
Got one of the door pin removal tools from the latest batch. Arrived on time and on schedule.
I am VERY impressed with it.
It pushed out my loose pins with ease, however on a tight, really rusty hinge pin, I reallly had to work it, but it DID come out. Mind you I chose to remove the pins DRY (the pins not the tool) not lubricated per Joey's instructions, as I did not want any oils or anything like that on the primer.
100% happy.
The only problem is now everyone I know wants to borrow it!
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OK GREAT! WHAT IS THE PART NUMBER FOR THIS TOOL! AND WHERE CAN IT BE PURCHASED! |
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campingbox
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 5:06 pm Post subject: |
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| Toronto Locksmith wrote: |
| 2stroke wrote: |
Got one of the door pin removal tools from the latest batch. Arrived on time and on schedule.
I am VERY impressed with it.
It pushed out my loose pins with ease, however on a tight, really rusty hinge pin, I reallly had to work it, but it DID come out. Mind you I chose to remove the pins DRY (the pins not the tool) not lubricated per Joey's instructions, as I did not want any oils or anything like that on the primer.
100% happy.
The only problem is now everyone I know wants to borrow it!
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OK GREAT! WHAT IS THE PART NUMBER FOR THIS TOOL! AND WHERE CAN IT BE PURCHASED! |
Get it from Joey;
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=522550 |
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blue77bay
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Location: Brisvegas Australia
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 6:22 pm Post subject: joey's pin puller |
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| What a fantastic tool ,just received mine ,cost an arm and a leg to get it here now we are in a financial backwater ,BUT this is the most impressive tool i have seen in a long time ,went to the shed and removed the pins in minutes .thanks Joey .would recommend this to everybody |
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hpw
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| Posted: Fri Jan 23, 2009 3:58 am Post subject: |
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Joey, would using a threaded insert to replace the various length pins work
in not having to undo the tool to replace the rod with the next longer pin?
Just release pressure and thread insert in and re-apply pressure. Just a wild
idea that may or may not work, can't tell with out having the tool in hand. 
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scvw
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| Posted: Fri Jan 23, 2009 4:29 am Post subject: |
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| hpw wrote: |
Joey, would using a threaded insert to replace the various length pins work
in not having to undo the tool to replace the rod with the next longer pin?
Just release pressure and thread insert in and re-apply pressure. Just a wild
idea that may or may not work, can't tell with out having the tool in hand. |
Good idea but the pin has to pivot some as the lever arm travels along an arc as you are tightening the bolt. A threaded insert would remain in a straight line and would bind/bend. I do appreciate any and all suggestions.
I also want to mention that the newest batch of tools is ready for immediate shipment(Jan. 22).
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camshaft2112
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| Posted: Fri Jan 30, 2009 4:14 pm Post subject: |
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| Joey, I know I have emailed you already about my opinion on the hinge pin removal tool but I want other potential buyers to know that not only is the tool the best way to remove hinge pins, but the service you provide backs up the tool equally. Nothing will ever beat a made in the USA tool by someone who not only knows what they are doing, but has a passion for making things right. Not only did I find the tool perfect for removing pins, it does a great job installing them as well. Once I insert the new pin into the hinge, I lightly tapped the pin into the hinge to the knurling of the pin, flipped the tool upside down and used the shortest pin provided and pressed the pin fully into the seat of the hinge. I did not install the threaded pin for a mirror with the tool mostly because I didnt want to put direct pressure on the threads of the pin. It literally took 35 minutes to do all 4 pins, running boards installed. If you are remotely considering buying this essential "right tool for the job" then go for it, you will not regret it. Joey, thanks again for the kind service and prompt emails and a great tool! He accepts Paypal too which made my life easier. Great job! Chad Catalano |
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zao
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| Posted: Mon Feb 09, 2009 1:40 pm Post subject: |
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Any plans on making a couple to rent out?
I know a lot of you have more than one bus, so it becomes very useful, and or you have the extra cash to spend, but I don't. I just want a mirror so I can drive it legally! 
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