reattaching hood

1981 VOLKSWAGEN TRUCK
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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SKIP ROBERTSON
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The hood blew off my 1981 VW pickup. Dealer doesn't stock hinges. Car is super rare in this country, unable to locate parts truck. Could a good machinist make new hinges from scratch, or is there another possibility? Is it possible the same hinge was used on other models? I'd appreciate any suggestions.
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skip robertson
Santa Rosa CA
Apr 4, 2017 at 5:19 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Do you have the old hinges? Are they just mangled? If so, look for a community college with a Machine Tools program. They often require students to design and produce a product, and this might be a valid learning experience for them. They might also be able to repair a damaged hinge.
Apr 5, 2017 at 7:58 PM
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STEVE W.
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This is the Rabbit based truck correct? According to Hollander they used the same hinges as the Rabbit, Golf and Jetta.
Wander over to http://www.car-part.com/ punch in your info and see who has one local.
Apr 9, 2017 at 1:20 PM
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