Shims on rear hatch hinges.

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Shims on rear hatch hinges.#50094

By Tony - Mon Jan 11, 2021 5:14 pm

- Mon Jan 11, 2021 5:14 pm #50094

Is this part sitting on the hinge a shim for alignment or is it a required part for better grip/bite for the hinge as it is bolted down.? One side has it... The other side doesn't. The only part the body shop removed was of course the rear hatch and I'm wondering if this part is now missing on one side.....

Re: Shims on rear hatch hinges.#50100

By Tony - Mon Jan 11, 2021 5:38 pm

- Mon Jan 11, 2021 5:38 pm #50100

Well... With the trunk gasket installed, I think I have my answer. Driverside definitely needs to come up.

So... What would be a suitable material to make a shim in this application. That hatch is heavy.

Re: Shims on rear hatch hinges.#50114

By worf - Mon Jan 11, 2021 6:07 pm

- Mon Jan 11, 2021 6:07 pm #50114

See #22, #23 & #26:

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