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Has anyone got any experience of using Rimmers front door hinges? If so what are they like?
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If they are new old stock they will be fine.

If they are remanufactured I'd would shop elsewhere, have you tried Mick Dolphin, you can search his stock by part number easily?
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TrustNo1 wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 8:22 pm If they are new old stock they will be fine.

If they are remanufactured I'd would shop elsewhere, have you tried Mick Dolphin, you can search his stock by part number easily?
Who's Mick Dolphin?
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Small time "private" trader who buys/sells genuine NOS parts for Triumphs.
You need a part number to search his stock list, and sometimes he can't find something he thought he did have (it happens, but a thoroughly decent bloke and always helpful)
http://www.mickdolphin.co.uk/
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Hmm

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Why do you need door hinges Murdo?

If the pins are worn you can replace these.



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cliftyhanger wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 10:07 am Small time "private" trader who buys/sells genuine NOS parts for Triumphs.
You need a part number to search his stock list, and sometimes he can't find something he thought he did have (it happens, but a thoroughly decent bloke and always helpful)
http://www.mickdolphin.co.uk/
Sent him an email, thanks.
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sprint95m wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 10:51 am Why do you need door hinges Murdo?

If the pins are worn you can replace these.



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It's the pins that are worn on the driver's door, but I thought if they're aftermarket pins then it could be just as bad after replacing them.

So thought about the complete hinges - I've bought a set off Rimmer Bros.
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Sorry I assume that everyone know who Mick Dolphin is as I'm more involved in the 1300s and he is the main goto guy for new old stock and he is very informed about all things 1300.

Thanks for posting the link Mr Hanger
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TrustNo1 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 6:19 pm Sorry I assume that everyone know who Mick Dolphin is as I'm more involved in the 1300s and he is the main goto guy for new old stock and he is very informed about all things 1300.

Thanks for posting the link Mr Hanger
I've spoken to him now so hopefully he'll be able to help with a few bits.
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RSi wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 8:15 pm
TrustNo1 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 6:19 pm Sorry I assume that everyone know who Mick Dolphin is as I'm more involved in the 1300s and he is the main goto guy for new old stock and he is very informed about all things 1300.

Thanks for posting the link Mr Hanger
I've spoken to him now so hopefully he'll be able to help with a few bits.
Excellent, it's always good to support the smaller businesses.
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TrustNo1 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 8:16 pm
RSi wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 8:15 pm
TrustNo1 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 28, 2017 6:19 pm Sorry I assume that everyone know who Mick Dolphin is as I'm more involved in the 1300s and he is the main goto guy for new old stock and he is very informed about all things 1300.

Thanks for posting the link Mr Hanger
I've spoken to him now so hopefully he'll be able to help with a few bits.
Excellent, it's always good to support the smaller businesses.
Very polite chap too.
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Did you get you hinges sorted?
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TrustNo1 wrote: ↑Sun Dec 03, 2017 11:27 pm Did you get you hinges sorted?

Yes, Rimmer's were the only people that had them so bought a set.
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good result.
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TrustNo1 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 04, 2017 10:53 amgood result.
Hopefully they won't cause any lining up issues.
Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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