Help! Confusing parts!

Quick Learner from cleveland, oh
Oct 16, 2023 3:56 pm

Hi

The 4 pics included are of an 8' metal bifold in a home I am helping out in. (Elderly folks....). I am not familiar with this type of hardware, and also, I don't see how to remove the old hardware. There are what appear to be brackets welded on to the door and the pins etc seem to be press fitted in. I am not sure how to remove the old stuff to replace the hardware. If you could please let me know what parts to order and how to install them it would be most appreciated!

My name is Dave.

Only 3 pics are sent. Sorry.

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Paul
Paul from SWISCO
Oct 17, 2023 12:01 pm
SWISCO
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Hello,

It is nice of you to help these folks with their repair but, unfortunately, these older doors were made not to be repaired due to the welded pin housings. The only replacement parts that might work would be either 21-100 cap for a 1/4" pin or a 21-106 for a 3/16" pin. You can oil the threaded adjusting pin and replace the caps and that might allow the doors to function properly for the time being. Take a look and thanks for posting.  

Alternate view with measurements
Alternate view with measurements

Side profile view with measurements
Side profile view with measurements

Dimensions for 21-106
Dimensions for 21-106

Quick Learner from cleveland, oh
Oct 17, 2023 4:37 pm
Hi Paul
I was afraid of that. I have a bunch of various parts like caps etc that I might get to work.
It seems the pins were bent a bit too, so I can try to straighten them, and maybe rig something.....
Thanks to you and your company for such a quick professional response. I will recommend you anytime.
Dave
Paul
Paul from SWISCO
Oct 18, 2023 8:36 am
SWISCO
EXPERT

We're happy to help and please let us know if you have any other questions. 

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