Bent pins: fix or replace?

   / Bent pins: fix or replace? #11  
why did the pins get bent in the first place? Might want to figure out the cause prior to investing in new.
 
   / Bent pins: fix or replace? #12  
I have mine bent, hit it with the hammer a couple of times and all good now. Don't overthink it, they are soft for a reason. You don't need a press
 
   / Bent pins: fix or replace? #13  
I always want the easiest to replace, cheapest, part to break first. I would think that pin is very easy to find and rather inexpensive to buy.
 
   / Bent pins: fix or replace?
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#14  
I can’t find these same pin sizes to save my life!

BY300-240001 - 25mm dia X 90mm long (~1” x 3-1/2”)
BY400-440000 - 20mm dia X 215mm long (~3/4” x 8-1/2”)

There seems to be every size in these diameters except what I need.

Dealer came back with $126. 😮

Without a press, I have this redneck idea to carefully use my log splitter with some blocking. I’ll let you guys know how it goes!
 
   / Bent pins: fix or replace? #16  
My tactic on this is the same for all my part alteration experiences. I buy new ONCE, then fix, or have fixed the broken or bent part(s). So, I pay for the crime and have a replacement on-hand when needed ASAP. I do learn the lessons, though, too.
 
   / Bent pins: fix or replace? #17  
Dealer came back with $126. 😮

Without a press, I have this redneck idea to carefully use my log splitter with some blocking. I’ll let you guys know how it goes!
Have you tried a hammer? Works better than breaking your splitter
 
   / Bent pins: fix or replace? #19  
Why not just buy a stick of the correct diameter drill rod (which will come polished) and cut to length and be done with it. Should be a whole lot cheaper,
 
   / Bent pins: fix or replace? #20  
Why not just buy a stick of the correct diameter drill rod (which will come polished) and cut to length and be done with it. Should be a whole lot cheaper,
Drill rod will work-harden and break instead of bend.
 

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