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Sorry for the delayed response. I could not find my compass and then I got distracted. Just checked and as close as I can tell it is an 8x50mm pin, in case that helps anyone.

Ah, thank you. That is a good idea. I will try with a compass.

I don't have calipers and I'm not sure what dividers are, but I will try find something that will work. Good idea.

Thanks Steve. I'm looking out for an old door. That's actually a great idea I think. If I understand you, you are suggesting having 2 doors, the original, plus one modified for filming. Swap them out with quick release hinges. The filming door is modified - glass removed, window hole cut larger...

Regarding the specialist fabrication people, I live a bit of a way from the city. I'm chatting to the local panelbeaters and workshops to see who might be able to do the job.

Thanks Steve. I checked with my local dealer and the hinges are not cheap. I think cutting out the current pin and replacing it with a removable one will be quite simple, but I don't want to start the project before I have the new pins ready. Regarding the external hinge idea, you are correct...

Thanks Jacob. I'm glad you are enjoying it. The current series was a fly-in trip to Chobe Botswana, and I was mostly on boats, so not much vehicle stuff there. But my older series in the Central Kalahari, Mabuasehube, and Khwai include more overlanding/camping content. No solid plans for this...

I want to make some modifications to my front left door so it can be easily removed when I am filming (long-term I'm actually considering adding new hinges to the outside of the vehicle so the door opens 180 degrees, but I'm going to try the simpler method first to see how useful it is). I saw...

Hi guys. I'm new here. My name is Robert Hofmeyr. I'm a wildlife cameraman based in South Africa. I drive a 76 series V8. I've done some small additions: homemade drawer system in the rear, dual battery, front shelf, front tow-hitch receiver (behind James Bond numberplate). I have a YouTube...