520 tailgate hinge PIN

[Droski]

Where can I find the pins that go inside the tailgate hinges? specifically asking about the 1966 520 hinge pins

[wayno]

Where can I find the pins that go inside the tailgate hinges? specifically asking about the 1966 520 hinge pins

 

Your going to have to make them out of round metal stock if you can find the correct size.

[kelowg]

I used long bolts on mine. With punch and bfh

[zed1]

Both Dorman and NAPA offer replacement hinge pins. 

Keith

[thisismatt]

I didn't have a tailgate or pins, so when I put a replacement on I used long stainless bolts & nylocks.  Sorry, it's been too long to remember the diameter.  Stainless or brass rod would work well too.  I believe the ends of the hinge leafs are staked to hold the regular pins.

 

I think zed1 is referring to door hinge pins.  Never heard of anyone buying tailgate specific hinge pins.  The tailgate pins don't have any kind of bushings, or space to put a bushing.

[DanielC]

I believe it is 5/16.  Just a round piece of steel.  if possible ask for "drill rod"  It is a little harder than mild steel.

[thisismatt]

I believe it is 5/16.  Just a round piece of steel.  if possible ask for "drill rod"  It is a little harder than mild steel.

 

That sounds right to me.  I was going to say my bolts were 5/16" but not 100% sure.

[Droski]

thanks for the feedback guys

[Charlie69]

I have used large nails (spikes) that I buy from farm and ranch stores, Cal Ranch or Tractor supply.  I cut them to length and tap them in with a hammer.