https://wood-blanton.thoughtlanes.net/10-books-to-read-on-bifold-door-seal-replacement https://blogfreely.net/snakejames20/the-most-prevalent-issues-in-replace-bifold-doors Bi Fold Door Repair - 3 Simple Fixes Bi fold doors can be a beautiful addition to any home. They permit easy movement between rooms and provide unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape. Bi fold doors can get out of alignment, which can be dangerous and a problem for those who use these doors regularly. There are a few simple solutions for fixing your bifold door. Cracked Pivot Pin Like any door bi fold doors are likely to see some wear and tear over time. Some of this wear can be caused by a poorly installed door or weather conditions. However, the majority of these issues can be resolved by simple maintenance. The most frequent issue is when a bifold door begins to slide against the floor. This could be due to adding carpet to the floor or by changing flooring materials. It could be caused by faulty hardware, or broken pivot pins. Luckily, there are three basic adjustments that can be made to resolve this problem. Start by loosening slightly the screw on the top of the pivot bolt using an adjustable wrench. Then employ to tighten it again. This will help re-align your door. You may need repeat this process several times to get the door in the proper alignment. When the anchors/pivots at the top and bottom pins are re-aligned, check to make sure they haven't broken. If they are cracked, you can glue and clamp them to each other. However it's likely to be an interim solution. If the crack is large you'll have to replace the pivot. Another option is to take the pin that is broken and find a machine shop that could create a new cap made of Delrin or Nylon and then place it on the metal pin existant. It is necessary to give the machine shop the broken cover to allow them to duplicate the dimensions of the outside. In the end, you can lubricate the pivot bolt with grease. This will help it move