How To Install Door Hinge Pins

Line up the two hinge plates so that the ones on the door match the ones in the jamb.

How to install door hinge pins.

With most doors this process does not go smoothly. Slide the hinge pins into place and remove the blocks from the door. The pins have a serration under the head and this holds the pin tightly in the hinge. Knock the pin back into the hole using a solid base to rest on if the pin is slightly longer allow for the difference to let the bolt seat fully home.

Then install the lower pin into the top bushing moving and adjusting the door as you go to allow the pins to slide in somewhat freely. Once the pins are out knock the brass cups out of the hinge and clean inside the bore. The fit is tight and it will likely require some force to complete the installation. Insert the hinge pin into the hole in the stopper assembly from above so that the shank of the pin extends below the assembly.

Insert the new brass cups into the hinge and then apply plenty of grease inside. Hold the door in place using blocks under the bottom to support it if necessary. Continue to tap it up gradually increasing the force until the pin is finally lodged upwards. Connect the door to the jamb.

This leaves the stopper assembly. Put the flat end of the nail against the pin and tap it up with the hammer. This will allow you to press the pin in that last little bit getting it seated fully into the hinge. Top hinge set of pics.

Force the pin up from the door hinge.