Hood Hinge Question

[Motorhead-47]

I need to replace the worn out hood hinges (pins are sloppy) on my 67' and am looking for advice on whether I should go for genuine GM parts or whether one of the aftermarket hinges is "as good" or perhaps even better. I've read several times where the current production OEM hinges are not near the quality they used to be and some are saying that certain brand non-oem hinges are actually better quality than what you can get at the Chevy dealer today. Thoughts and opinions please.

Ideally I'd like to find a set of new-old-stock hinges but suspect that is highly unlikely that I would locate a set....at a decent price.

[Malamute]

I asked recently and didn't get much help either. I'm pretty close to buying them from GMC Pauls fwiw.

[Andy4639]

This guy is the best I have found.

My local Chevy dealer wouldn't even look them up when I called about them.Willie is very nice guy and does a great job.




http://www.hoodhingerepair.com/contactus.html

[Motorhead-47]

Originally Posted by Andy4639

This guy is the best I have found.

My local Chevy dealer wouldn't even look them up when I called about them.Willie is very nice guy and does a great job.




http://www.hoodhingerepair.com/contactus.html

I believe I read somewhere his rate is around $150.00 plus shipping each way meaning $200-ish or more to refurb my old hinges. From what I have been able to find out (from the internet) I believe I can get new stock GM hinges for $75-ish each and re-pop ones for less than $50 each. I have no doubt that refurb guy does great work but $200 is more than I'd want to spend on putting new rivets in my old hinges.

[Motorhead-47]

Originally Posted by Malamute

I asked recently and didn't get much help either. I'm pretty close to buying them from GMC Pauls fwiw.

Any idea what "brand" of re-pop hinges GMC Pauls is carrying and have you seen these or gotten any first hand feedback from those who have used his hinges?

[Andy4639]

New hinges powder coated chrome for $210.00 is a deal. No exchange. Life time warrinty as long as you own the vihicle.
I have never seen a old set of hinges that a person redid themselves come close to these. Over 2 years old and look brand new. Worth every penny.


http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=525638&page=2

[dbash]

Perfect timing for this thread in my case. Thanks for starting it and thanks to those that posted this info.

[67ChevyRedneck]

Looks like GM is finally about out of hood hinges, only RH is available:

http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/restora...tocategory.cfm

You don't want to cheap out on the hinges. I've seen the cheap repop ones fold in from the spring pressure.

[Motorhead-47]

Originally Posted by Andy4639

New hinges powder coated chrome for $210.00 is a deal. No exchange. Life time warrinty as long as you own the vihicle.
I have never seen a old set of hinges that a person redid themselves come close to these. Over 2 years old and look brand new. Worth every penny.


http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=525638&page=2

Those were "NEW" or rebuilt hinges? GM or aftermarket?

[Andy4639]

They were redone by Willie. GM hinges. I have 2 more sets at the house that need redoing. But I don't have anymore trucks so they are just sitting on the shelf in the garage.

[Motorhead-47]

Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

Looks like GM is finally about out of hood hinges, only RH is available:

http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/restora...tocategory.cfm

You don't want to cheap out on the hinges. I've seen the cheap repop ones fold in from the spring pressure.

Absolutely agree...trying to figure out what is the best route without breaking the bank. I am not even sure the new stock GM hinges are of the quality the old ones were so maybe new stock stuff is not the best way to go. I have seen a couple of posts from people having issues with recently purchased OEM Chevy hinges.

I just launched an email to the hinge repair guy to see what he offers outright. We'll see what he has available. I'll also contact GMC Paul and see what he has to say about his re-pop hinges.

[Motorhead-47]

Originally Posted by Andy4639

They were redone by Willie. GM hinges. I have 2 more sets at the house that need redoing. But I don't have anymore trucks so they are just sitting on the shelf in the garage.

I just dropped him an email to see what he has available outright. I don't want the powder coat (hard to touch up) and wouldn't need the springs either....we'll see.

Thnx

[dbash]

Originally Posted by Motorhead-47

I just dropped him an email to see what he has available outright. I don't want the powder coat (hard to touch up) and wouldn't need the springs either....we'll see.

Thnx

So did I

[Andy4639]

Mine are over 2 years old and not a scratch on them. Nothing poping off yet.

[Malamute]

Originally Posted by Motorhead-47

Any idea what "brand" of re-pop hinges GMC Pauls is carrying and have you seen these or gotten any first hand feedback from those who have used his hinges?

No idea. I'll keep watching this before I make a move either way.

[Motorhead-47]

Anyone have any feedback on the "GoodMark" brand of hinges? Summit carries them and they are a next day option for me.

[Motorhead-47]

Here is the reply I received from the Hood Hinge Repair Folks....

We do offer hinges straight out, without a core trade in. I have to charge you a flat 50.00 core fee up front, that is refundable to any people that send me a original core set off the same vintage trucks, 67-72. Then we charge 150.00 to rebuild that core, in either a bare metal or primer finish.
We offer a few painted options, such as the Zinc Phosphate spray on finish for 25.00. That finish is the closest to the original GM Phosphate that came from the factory, that we offer. Cast blast is another grey option, that is lighter, and is very popular for the same price. Flat, satin, chassis, semi-gloss, and gloss black are also 25.00 as well. Powder coat is offered in any color you like from the Eastwood catalog or from their website color chart for 75.00 dollars and is very durable.
That is 200.00, plus shipping for bare metal or primer hinges, 225.00 for painted and 275.00 for powder coat hinges, no cores needed. We accept PayPal for a quick and timeless way to pay instantly with a credit card. We also accept checks and money orders.
We would need your full ship to address and phone number to complete any hinge order. Thanks and I hope we can help you out.


Willie Wilson
Wilson Antique Car Parts
1067 Clearview Drive
Forest, VA 24551
434-258-2606

[Malamute]

Hmm, I assumed you would get your same set back. I guess that they would fit the same but as we all know, no two parts are identical.

[zbreezen]

Does anyone know a source for the hinge rivets? With a good press one should be able to redo the hinge yourself. Probably have to fabricate the rivet mandrel.

[Motorhead-47]

Originally Posted by zbreezen

Does anyone know a source for the hinge rivets? With a good press one should be able to redo the hinge yourself. Probably have to fabricate the rivet mandrel.

Do you think it is just the rivets that are worn or is it a combination of the rivets being worn and the hole being enlarged over time?

[Malamute]

Mine was just the rivet, it sheared right in half.

[DGulliver]

The originals will last forever if you keep 'em lubed- just nobody does it..

[Motorhead-47]

Originally Posted by DGulliver

The originals will last forever if you keep 'em lubed- just nobody does it..

I came in about 46 years too late

[Malamute]

Originally Posted by Motorhead-47

I came in about 46 years too late

Exactly. Does anyone know where one would look to have it repaired?(machine shop, auto body shop, etc) I would love to just do this locally and be done with it. I don't even know if you can find the rivet or not.

[DeadheadNM]

Get a tight OEM set (parts forum if need be) then have them phosphate coated - you'll be shocked at how good the result is. Better than paint or powder coat IMO and not too expensive. See the hinges on my K20 build in my signature. You can get hood hinges, hood latches, door striker plates, and a pile of bolts/screws phosphate coated like GM did for ~$100