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Hello,
Would someone be able to tell me how I can reattach my letterbox access plate/flap. It's from around 1989 approx. Not sure what I could use to secure it. Any ideas?
Afternoon @nicknack
You have a similar letter box to mine. With your third photo down - it isn't clearly showing the large recessed area where the 'wire' is normally seen with the flap up.
I would carefully re-drill all the holes.
I believe they're around 4mm in diameter.
Work out the length required.
I used 3mm galvanised wire for the experiment. Bending one end slightly and then bending a generous loop - insert the bent end into one end.
Position the other end - and slowly force it into place by straightening out the wire.
It may not be perfectly straight but so long as the wire engages both ends - the hinge function will work.
Well, in theory anyway. 😁
A more elaborate thought, is two bolts - grind the ends on a bench grinder to pin diameter.
Drill and tap a thread to both areas of the lid.
Test prior - then screw into position with the pin making both connections to the mail box frame.
Before you fully insert the bolts - a couple of drops of Lock-Tite so they don't undo over time.
Evening @nicknack
"I think I'll try the first option."
I hope it works for you.
Otherwise Option 2 is feasible...
