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I am in the preliminary steps of having 25 set of Aluminum e-body trunk hinges CNC out. These are gonna be similar to the prototype hinges on my black cuda, I dont have any pricing done yet as I am still working on the details but should know something in march. These will be sold together with my e-body trunk hydraulic lift kit. What do you guys think?  Video of the Trunk action with the hydraulic lifts here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YT62ROQe7ms&feature=youtu.be
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2016 - 03:14:03 PM »
I think I like it! I would be interested in a set also do you do something similar for the hood hinges?

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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #2 on: January 30, 2016 - 01:15:12 PM »
Some more progress. Production starts next week
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #3 on: January 30, 2016 - 02:33:45 PM »
I'll take a pair...if they could work on a convertible.


As far as hood hinges, you can get them from Ring Bros:

http://ringbrothers.com/exterior-accessories/moparb-body/e-body.html
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #4 on: January 30, 2016 - 08:41:25 PM »
Pending price, I may also be interested in a set.
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #5 on: February 01, 2016 - 09:05:17 AM »
Pending price, I may also be interested in a set.

^Same here
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #6 on: February 09, 2016 - 04:14:37 PM »
First batch came in yesterday. Working on the secondary machining operation.. Material has been ordered for the steel hinge bushing pivots , plus new push on retainers , hardware ect ect
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #7 on: February 09, 2016 - 04:16:49 PM »
Hopefully , I will be able to get a preliminary price in March. Still working on the time with the secondary machining and hardware.  :bigsmile:
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #8 on: February 15, 2016 - 06:09:16 PM »
Comparison of the steel hinge over the Aluminum
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #9 on: February 15, 2016 - 06:42:40 PM »
Any idea of pricing?
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #10 on: February 15, 2016 - 07:06:35 PM »
If I ship you convertible hinges, would you make them?
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #11 on: February 20, 2016 - 06:07:04 AM »
I am going to start a email list. I only am making 25 sets to see where this goes. These are going to be priced a $375 plus shipping , that includes the hydraulic cylinders , hinges amd hardware. I should be able to start shipping in March , if you want a set email me at jrivinius@sc.rr.com . Let me know if yours is a cuda or challenger and if you have the wing spoiler or luggage rack on your car. Thank you John :bigsmile:
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #12 on: February 20, 2016 - 06:18:48 AM »
I'll take a pair...if they could work on a convertible.


As far as hood hinges, you can get them from Ring Bros:

http://ringbrothers.com/exterior-accessories/moparb-body/e-body.html
Probably not at this time. The hinges are the same its the attaching brackets and hardware that would be different
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #13 on: February 20, 2016 - 01:15:17 PM »
Probably not at this time. The hinges are the same its the attaching brackets and hardware that would be different

Hmm...maybe just make the hinges available separately ( for a lower price ) and we bolt on the original 'vert hardware to them?  :dunno:
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Re: New Machined aluminum trunk hinges
« Reply #14 on: March 04, 2016 - 08:08:46 AM »
The hinges are sold in a kit with my hydraulic cylinders. The Hinges are slightly thicker then the originals and wont fit the original sliders without modification.
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