How to: Fix Screen Door Hinge (Rail) | Easy Long-Lasting Fix | SMTV

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Why spend $60 to replace with the same hinge (rail) system with cheap plastic washers that will wear out time and again. Here's a $4 solution which is as easy as it is inexpensive.
0:00 Introduction
0:30 Hinge Rail Issues: Sagging, Hinge wear
0:50 Tools Necessary
0:58 How To: Remove Storm Door & Hinge Rail
1:51 How To: Take Door Hinge out of HInge Rail
3:06 Fix Hinge Rail
4:42 Assemble Hinge into Hinge Rail
6:37 Reinstalling Hinge and Door
#diy #savemoney #homerenovation #stormdoor #homemaintenance #hingerail #acornnut #howto #screendoor

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@beckajean 2 года назад

my storm door has been sitting for years because i didn’t know how to fix it. now i do. you are amazing.

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

That is so wonderful! I'm glad I could help. Have a great day!

@beckajean 2 года назад

@@SaveMoneyTV thank you so much!!

@oldbridgemaker2094 2 года назад

Great video, but if you've got a storm door or security door that isn't as bad as this one, you can just use a helper or a prybar to life the door and insert a 1/4" E-clip at the bottom of each hinge. A few cents and a few seconds. A few drops of oil is a good idea too.

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Great fix and maintenance tip. Thanks for sharing!

@historybadam 2 года назад

Thank you both so much! The door not shutting is so frustrating and the E-Clip delayed the requirement to replace the Z Bar for at least another year!

@alanbubienczyk2898 5 месяцев назад

Thank You for giving me an idea. I fixed mine little bit different, I used: Muzata 40Pack Cable Railing Kit Protective Protector Sleeves Grommet for Wood Posts for 1/8" 5/32" 3/16" Wire Rope T316 Stainless Steel CR88 and some 5/16" stainless steel washers. Surprisingly CR88 fit perfectly in place of cheap plastic sleeves ( I had higher expectations from brand like Anderson...). $16 worth of parts, some adjustments and my door opens properly again. Thank You for sharing your fix!

@cristinastor 5 месяцев назад

Those guides have the exact inner and outer diameter as the plastic ones you replaced them with?

@JC-bu8zd 3 месяца назад

Now this is a Useful video !!!! Thank you !! other videos say #1. buy a new part, #2. screw it in. This was a Great video, how to Fix it !!!!

@SaveMoneyTV 3 месяца назад

Thanks JC, I'm glad you found it helpful and practical. Thanks for watching!

@nicksshitbro 2 года назад

Very informative, thank you for making this! I'm going to check my doors now to see how badly my bushings are. Probably gone lol.

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

You are welcome. Good luck!

@frankperez2741 2 года назад

Wow , I just took your information and fixed my 40 year old storm door didn’t need to file it back

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Wow, great! I didn't know the mechanism would be the same. Another little tip not in the video is to keep the contact points oiled with machine oil.

@FliesLikeABrick 2 года назад

Great video on how to repair/replace the existing components instead of replacing the entire assembly!

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Thanks FliesLikeABrick (!😅) I hope it works for you. In a "throw-away" society, it's good to get back to repairing rather than landfill. And it saves a few bucks to boot!

@FliesLikeABrick 2 года назад

@@SaveMoneyTV I ended up doing something slightly different to repair mine, but your video was useful in seeing how to disassemble the hinge components - something I was hung up on for a bit

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

@@FliesLikeABrick Gladit was useful and that you were able to repair it.

@momustapha 2 года назад

I don't like to subscribe to too many channels but you're video and camera angles and everything was just perfect. You my friend are a wiz. Subscribed.

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Thanks for subscribing! I'm glad you liked the video. All the best to you!

@JC-bu8zd 3 месяца назад

Me too !!! Just a good smart cheap video!!! Makes me interested to see what other nifty fix ideas he has.

@anthonycharron1390 2 года назад

Great Job on explaining and showing in detail how to perform your "fix"! One could argue the time you spent making a brass spacer vs spending the $60 for the new hinge rail, but they also would have to weigh in that the rest of the door is still old and other parts will most likely fail too. Thanks also for pointing out the Brass/Lead chemical components - Nice to know you not only want to help people fix things inexpensively themselves, but you also care for their safety and health. Excellent video!

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Thank you for your kind words, I appreciate it. The rest of the door is in great shape with the hinge rail being the only concern so far, so I feel good about the time spent vs. savings ratio. Time definitely has to factor into the equation when determining the "value" of a fix. Thanks for watching, all the best!

@gtlfb 2 года назад

Andersen storm doors have a lifetime warranty (as long as you registered your initial purchase). Our latch gave out after 12 years, they sent me a replacement no charge, no argument. Now starting to have hinge trouble, so will check with them on getting a replacement Z strip.

@normandothegreat 6 месяцев назад

I used zip ties until the weather improves. Thanks for sharing your fix.😊👍

@SaveMoneyTV 6 месяцев назад

Nice idea. Curious, how is that working? Thanks for watching!

@normandothegreat 6 месяцев назад

@SaveMoneyTV believe it or not, it's been over a week and they are still holding up. 😊👍

@chuckseminski 4 месяца назад

Thank you, saved my day.

@SaveMoneyTV 4 месяца назад

Cool! Glad it helped. :-)

@raykaelin Год назад

Dude, great video, you saved my life. thank you.

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

Possibly the best "thanks" I've ever received. Glad it was helpful!

@lancerudy9934 2 года назад

Very nice video!

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Thank you very much!

@hoosain9381 2 года назад

5mm makes a lot of difference nice job

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Thanks Hoosain!

@DadDare Год назад

helpful video thank you very much

@SaveMoneyTV 7 месяцев назад

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

@LuisRodriguez-bv4cl Год назад

thank you!!

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

You're welcome. Thank you for watching!

@Stupid_Blondy 2 года назад

Duuuude! Thanks!!!!

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

No problem! Hope it was helpful.

@ont08 Месяц назад

My door blew off not long ago. So does all of them have a spring? Because i found all the pieces but maybe it’s the springs I’m missing

@ajeys7370 2 года назад

Awesome video , I was just wondering , if I can use a regular nut , will that work thanks

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

I use the brass because it is a little softer and as much as possible you want the nut to take the wear and tear rather than the hinge. Also, it's a good idea to oil the nut and hinge regularly. Again, by decreasing wear on the hinge, it will extend the life of the rail, and the repair. Good luck!

@matssundin1292 7 дней назад

My hinges are broke. Can u just replace the hinges?

@djpershan Год назад

Thank you for the great video. Is there anywhere where I can just buy the plastic washer and spring?

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

You may be able to find them on Amazon. Also check a local Habitat for Humanity Building Restore as they may have the whole unit, or something you could strip down for parts.

@ernestkooistra1559 2 года назад

Super!!!

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Thank you! Cheers!

@chaffwindow 2 года назад

I suspect I'm out of my depth there, but I was wondering why use these brass acorn nuts when you will cut them down, removing the acorn part? Just that they provide more material to work with?

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

I used the acorn nuts because of the extra thickness. Each repair will need a different amount of shimming and the acorn nut gives you plenty to work with. I used brass because it is softer than steel so it won't wear the aluminum hinges as quickly (hopefully). Keep them well oiled to prevent additional wear and tear.

@avenqer 2 года назад

No way to just buy a replacement hinge? Thanks for sharing your fix.

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Yes, but the new hinge rail was $60 (Canadian Dollars). I'll probably need to buy one eventually, but this should at least double it's life. Keep oiling it and it should extend it's life even further. Thanks for watching!

@hollywood2108 2 года назад

My screws are not staying in at top any suggestions

@gailteuschler7672 2 года назад

can a storm door be replaced using the same frame and just replacing the storm door itself?

@SaveMoneyTV 2 года назад

Hard to know if they would be compatible without seeing them. Is the hinge spacing the same? Most doors come with the frame and if this is the case, then using the manufactured frame would ensure the best hanging of the door.

@nate8014 Год назад

There are also new bushing kits available.

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

That's great information, thanks Nate!

@patriciar4427 Год назад

Isn't there a way to replace that hinge without having to remove the whole door? My center hinge pin has totally fallen out (bought the house that way). If I remove the top hinge and center hinge, is there a way to just replace the pin? Sorry..... I am a senior gal and that much work is too much for me :(

@ParksYT22 Год назад

That's insane how many tools you have at home 😂

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

LOL! I have a country property with 2 houses, 2 barns, 1 workshop, 1 shed, and a pump house to maintain. (too much maintanance!!!) I have my tools, my Dad's tools, and my Grandpa's tools...it's still not enough! 😅

@bobjones8378 2 года назад

A new hinge rail is $60 ,you used a harder substance on aluminum it's going to eat it .

@billsinclair7280 Год назад

I know this video is a couple years old but I felt compelled to comment. If you're going to grind the top off of the acorn nut anyway why not just start with a regular nut instead of an acorn a nut? I've done similar mods myself many times. I've used a nut or a couple of thick washers to use as bushings. But I don't understand why you had to start with acorn nuts.

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

Hi Bill, that's a great point. Another type of nut and/or washers will work too. I used the acorn nut because I wanted brass, and it was an easy to find brass nut that was in stock at any local hardware store and also the perfect diameter. Thanks for watching!

@shanenorth8663 Год назад

So my spring broke on my hinge, anybody got anything for that?

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

Maybe check a "Habitat for Humanity" Restore for used hinges and use it for parts?

@justinberry3991 Год назад

Why use acorn nuts when your gonna grind off the acorn

@SaveMoneyTV Год назад

Good question. I prefer the brass because it's softer, and the acorn nut has extra depth so you can customize it's finished thickness; which will be different for each hinge repair. Don't forget to oil the repaired hinge a few times per year to prevent wear. Thanks for watching!