TJ tailgate hinges fix

BigDan

BigDan

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2005 LJ ,
took the spare wheel & tire off the tailgate
noted that the hinges have a lot of play
Is there any pins & bushings kit to fix this ?

thanks
Dan ,
 
BigDan said:
2005 LJ ,
took the spare wheel & tire off the tailgate
noted that the hinges have a lot of play
Is there any pins & bushings kit to fix this ?

thanks
Dan ,
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I don't recall seeing a "kit" but I have seen people machine the holes and use bushings and a pin with E clips to retain the pin.
 
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I did it ,,,used some brass bushings od .500 ,ID .380
Fit perfect , real solid ,less then $4.00 saved $100
Great

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