Paint issue on door hinge pin.

[DJPodratz]

2021 Sport. Doors have been off most of past four summers. Doors on / off 20 times in four years.

Only the driver door. No other issues anywhere on the truck.

Note that the the only issue is the hinge pin bracket. Some the other specks are dirt.

How would you handle?

Dab on some touch up paint?

Anyone ever remove the two bolts and take the pin bracket off? Then do a bit of prep before paint?

Remove the whole assembly and have it professionally done?

Thanks in advance for any input!

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[jebiruph]

It's a warranty repair for up to 5 years old.

 

[FrankFrqnkFrank]

I broke a pin on a hinge. $11.15 for a new hinge at the dealer. $18.50 each for rattle cans of color and clear.

Torque specs:
- 44 inch pounds to body
- 21 inch pounds to door

 

[sharpsicle]

How did that happen? Did it flake off on its own or did you cause it when you were moving the doors around?

 

[DJPodratz]

I broke a pin on a hinge. $11.15 for a new hinge at the dealer. $18.50 each for rattle cans of color and clear.

Torque specs:
- 44 inch pounds to body
- 21 inch pounds to door

 

[DJPodratz]

I broke a pin on a hinge. $11.15 for a new hinge at the dealer. $18.50 each for rattle cans of color and clear.

Torque specs:
- 44 inch pounds to body
- 21 inch pounds to door

Thanks much, it sounds like it's easy to remove it from the door.

 

[DJPodratz]

I broke a pin on a hinge. $11.15 for a new hinge at the dealer. $18.50 each for rattle cans of color and clear.

Torque specs:
- 44 inch pounds to body
- 21 inch pounds to door

How did that happen? Did it flake off on its own or did you cause it when you were moving the doors around?

I believe it flaked off on its own. I don't recall any issues (such as banging into something) when moving door.

 

[sharpsicle]

I believe it flaked off on its own. I don't recall any issues (such as banging into something) when moving door.

If it did that on its own, I would be worried that there's a problem on the metal substrate that's going to cause it to happen again if you get it re-painted.

What are your thoughts on the hinge covers you can pop on them? Might be a cheaper/easier way to deal with it.

 

[DJPodratz]

If it did that on its own, I would be worried that there's a problem on the metal substrate that's going to cause it to happen again if you get it re-painted.

What are your thoughts on the hinge covers you can pop on them? Might be a cheaper/easier way to deal with it.

Thanks!

I didn't know such things existed. It looks like the bolts in the door have to come out to install. I am suspecting that will be easier than I first suspected.

 

[sharpsicle]

Thanks!

I didn't know such things existed. It looks like the bolts in the door have to come out to install. I am suspecting that will be easier than I first suspected.

I believe they just snap on to the hinge - no removal needed.

 

[c.schill]

If you're within the corrosion warranty period still, Jeep may approve repairs under that. Mine is currently in a local dealer body shop for the same issue, and a little bit on the bottom of the doors.

Jeep ended up approving replacement of all 4 doors, hinges, hood and tailgate for mine. Just keep in mind, their parts supply chain seems to be lacking right now. Today is day 14, and I expect to get it back this week at some point.

 

[DJPodratz]

If you're within the corrosion warranty period still, Jeep may approve repairs under that. Mine is currently in a local dealer body shop for the same issue, and a little bit on the bottom of the doors.

Jeep ended up approving replacement of all 4 doors, hinges, hood and tailgate for mine. Just keep in mind, their parts supply chain seems to be lacking right now. Today is day 14, and I expect to get it back this week at some point.

Thanks! I will stop at the dealer on my way to curling tonight.

 

[DJPodratz]

I believe they just snap on to the hinge - no removal needed.

Cool, Thanks!

 

[DJPodratz]

Thanks for all the suggestions folks!

I seriously thought about buying a new $11 part, but the shipping was $40 ish.

In the end I just got some cheap plastic covers. Very happy with the result!

 

[DJPodratz]

Thanks for all the suggestions folks!

I seriously thought about buying a new $11 part, but the shipping was $40 ish.

In the end I just got some cheap plastic covers. Very happy with the result!

Good to know I can always get the $11 hinge pin part if it continues to corrode.

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