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Old 08-08-2008 | 12:11 PM
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Default RE: Hinges: Pinned VS CA-type VS Robart "Hinge Points"

Let us all know what you think of the Robart hinge points after you use them.
I have used them once, and I would never use them again.
They are more of a pain in the butt to install, than either of the other two types of hinges mentioned. When your hinging job is complete, you are left with the UGLY square holes in your control surfaces so the knuckle part of the hinge can be buried. I can't see where some people thinks this looks more scale like. UGH!
I am sure the Robart hinge points are just as good as any other hinge with a metal pin, but just not to my liking. When I need a good heavy duty hinge, I'll go with the DuBro type of flat pinned hinges. Since the invention of the hinge slotter, I pretty much stick to either pinned flat nylon hinges, or CA type of hinges. My favorite CA hinge is the SonicTronics brand Nifty hinge.

Just my 2ยข
Greg