searing Posted February 13, 2023 Report Share Posted February 13, 2023 I know a lot of people have been looking for replacement hinges that were used on many of the older Hewes models with the Flip-Up bench seats. I've found almost virtually the identical hinges. All dimensions are the same, the only difference I've found is the holes on the base of the hinges are slotted perpendicular or across the hinge rather than forward and back. Holes centers are all the same top and bottom. They're made from .125" aluminum and only available in black powder coat. I was sent a sample set for comparing and measuring but was told if I want more I would have to purchase a case minimum (20 sets) since they aren't a retailer. I'll add pictures here of an original and this new one together. Please let me know if you want any in this thread please only to make it easy to keep track of who wants them. If somewhere near a case worth is wanted I'll purchase the case. Edit; I just received my invoice for the sample pair of hinges shown in the pictures. Was lower than he quoted verbally at the time of shipping. $45.00 a pair shipped anywhere in the US in a Priority mail medium flat rate box that will safely hold up to two pairs of hinges. My hinge cost was $28.00, shipping $15.00 plus packing materials = $45.00 Dennis - searing@aol.com 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim33042 Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 Put me down for 2 sets please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt Obvious Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 I should probably have set. Please put me down for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaltySouth Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 Count me in please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted February 14, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 From all my google searches over the last year or so I’ve seen a lot results where people were asking how can I find these hinges over a lot of years so I’m sure a lot of people need these or may even want them only to replace old ugly ones. If anyone has any ideas on how to get the word out or is a member of other forums, groups, or even Facebook please let guys know. I’m not making money on these hinges, I just wanted to help the guys who have needed them and have a spare set for myself that I actually already have since I got the sample set. Maybe this thread could be pinned or put somewhere to be more visible? I’ll welcome any advice that helps. Thank you Dennis 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 Certainly I can clean it up and pin it in the Hewes Section. Will you buy a bunch of them and part them out ? If so, please leave your email in case you don’t view the forum regularly later. If you wish to post a link to the outfit you are dealing with, that’s fine too. Let me know how you want to proceed.. Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted February 14, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 51 minutes ago, Moderator said: Certainly I can clean it up and pin it in the Hewes Section. Will you buy a bunch of them and part them out ? If so, please leave your email in case you don’t view the forum regularly later. If you wish to post a link to the outfit you are dealing with, that’s fine too. Let me know how you want to proceed.. Marc Hi Marc, Thank you! I’ll edit to add my email to the first post. If I can get at least a commitment for 10 sets of the 20 in a case I’ll purchase the case since this seems to be the only way they will sell them. When I’m able to get rid of the case I’ll add the manufacturer’s link for someone willing to do the same in the future. Pinning would be great and clean up how you wish.:) Thank you! Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaFullCircle Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 I would also purchase a set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Martin Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 I'm good for two sets! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLP Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 I’ll take a set. Thanks for tracking them down for us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 You have nine sets spoken for so far.. a couple more and I will preserve it for the future.. I pinned it in the general section.. Are they powder coated or painted ? (Can they be painted) galvanized, steel or Aluminum Can you get estimates on shipping to different regions, like Galveston, Miami, Charleston and Norfolk so there is an idea of the total cost.. Just some details to cover.. Marc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted February 14, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 40 minutes ago, Moderator said: You have nine sets spoken for so far.. a couple more and I will preserve it for the future.. I pinned it in the general section.. Are they powder coated or painted ? (Can they be painted) galvanized, steel or Aluminum Can you get estimates on shipping to different regions, like Galveston, Miami, Charleston and Norfolk so there is an idea of the total cost.. Just some details to cover.. Marc Hi Marc, Thank you for helping us out here! These hinges are made from .125" aluminum and only available in black powder coated. Shipping - USPS in Medium Flat Rate boxes for $15.00 anywhere in the US, and will include tracking. The medium Flat Rate box will handle two sets for those who want two. Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 Dennis, Thank you for helping out the Hewes owners here. You will front money and put in the work to help members pimp their boats. I thank you, and all the helpful members we have here. You make this forum a real asset to our members. Anybody have any idea how many thousands of Redfishers were built with the fold down seats ?? When did they change the hinges ? Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted February 23, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2023 I still would like to get at least a couple more commitments for a set of hinges before I spend the rest to get the case. I’m a member of the “Maverick, Pathfinder, Hewes owner group on Facebook and tried to post the info to get the word out but maybe since I’ve only had one post previously it’s not getting posted up. Not sure why? Could someone help get the word out there. I’ve seen a number of past posts in the Facebook group with people asking about how to get these hinges. Any help getting the word out wherever that might be would be appreciated specially by the people who have needed these or want a fresh set. They can post here or give them my email. Searing@aol.com Thank you 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted March 15, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2023 Just wanted to give this thread a little bump (hope it's allowed) If I can get a couple more commitments I'll purchase the case of hinges and start reaching out to everyone so they can get them. Thank you, Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Martin Posted March 18, 2023 Report Share Posted March 18, 2023 Just checking in to see if you've received enough commitments to place the order. Looking forward to getting these hinges finally! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted March 18, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2023 2 hours ago, Sawyer Martin said: Just checking in to see if you've received enough commitments to place the order. Looking forward to getting these hinges finally! Hi Sawyer, Right now we only have eight commitments. Ideally I would like to get twelve commitments which still would leave me holding eight which I'll do if it helps. If anyone can help me help guys by getting the word out it would be appreciated. Cost isn't real high so maybe some guys might be interested if for no other reason than to have a spare set since they're hard to get and specially with the minimum purchase requirement. I've been trying to get the word out but I'm not involved with to many websites, and where I fish I don't see to many Hewes with our bench seats. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Martin Posted March 18, 2023 Report Share Posted March 18, 2023 23 minutes ago, searing said: Hi Sawyer, Right now we only have eight commitments. Ideally I would like to get twelve commitments which still would leave me holding eight which I'll do if it helps. If anyone can help me help guys by getting the word out it would be appreciated. Cost isn't real high so maybe some guys might be interested if for no other reason than to have a spare set since they're hard to get and specially with the minimum purchase requirement. I've been trying to get the word out but I'm not involved with to many websites, and where I fish I don't see to many Hewes with our bench seats. Thank you Understood, thanks for the response man. I'm good for two sets when you do finally make the purchase! I will get the word out if I see/talk to anyone with a Hewes as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy freeman Posted March 19, 2023 Report Share Posted March 19, 2023 Sawyer: I have redfish 18 with no cushion , but need to have made. So would 1 set be sufficient? What would I need ? thanks (ranfreem@aol.com) randy Freeman greenville sc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy freeman Posted March 19, 2023 Report Share Posted March 19, 2023 Dennis : meant to address you in reply got names confused. thank you randy freeman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted March 20, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2023 19 hours ago, Randy freeman said: Sawyer: I have redfish 18 with no cushion , but need to have made. So would 1 set be sufficient? What would I need ? thanks (ranfreem@aol.com) randy Freeman greenville sc Hi Randy, I'm not sure what you meant by " 1 set be sufficient? " What ever number of sets you would like is fine. Right now with you included I have commitments for 9 sets. Once I have 12 I'll reach out to everyone to confirm and then order the case of hinges and mail them out right away. Thank you, Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy freeman Posted March 24, 2023 Report Share Posted March 24, 2023 Dennis I suppose 2 sets for one seat. Please include me thanks Randy Freeman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Posted March 24, 2023 Report Share Posted March 24, 2023 Just to clarify.. is one set .. the two hinges for one bench seat.?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted March 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2023 14 hours ago, Randy freeman said: Dennis I suppose 2 sets for one seat. Please include me thanks Randy Freeman Hi Randy, A set will include two hinges which is all you'll need for the bench seat unless you're wanting a spare set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searing Posted March 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2023 2 hours ago, Moderator said: Just to clarify.. is one set .. the two hinges for one bench seat.?? I did mention the cost was for a pair(two) hinges. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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