SR,

The rubber grommet is Normand's idea (I think). Post 1356 on page 55 has pictures. I got mine from Menards here in Indiana but I'm sure you can get them at Lowes or your local hardware store.

I'll give Robarts a call on Monday. Somewhere else in the thread I know they were heat treating them so I may have to give that a shot. I'm conflicted because I fly off grass (long take off rolls) and I think I would rather have this pin break than something more substantial.

Not sure I'll be able to twist them out as I think they're epoxied in there. Will give it my best shot though!

Thanks for the offer on the hinges! I'm PM you.

djstar