https://beerenemy6.bravejournal.net/the-10-most-terrifying-things-about-bifold-door-repair Repairing Bifold Doors The hardware that holds the bifold doors together can deteriorate over time. Cleaning and lubricating the mechanism (including the lock) can help keep them functioning efficiently and smoothly. The most common issue is minor and can be easily fixed. This guide will show how to fix your bifold door if it becomes difficult to open or close. Cracked Pivot Pins A bifold door is a pair of panels that slide along a track installed in the head and side jambs or floor. They pivot around pins that are located in the corners closest to the frame of the one panel and a guide is placed on top of the other panel to allow it to slide along the track. You may need to replace your pivot pin or anchor if the bifold is falling. The pivot pins of a bifolding door are attached to the track by brackets that are fixed into the side jamb and the headjamb or floor. The bottom bracket is notched to adjust the direction of the door with respect to the floor or jamb. Sometimes, the pivot pins will break or crack. This is usually due to the force of twisting applied to the pivot pin when moving long logs using the help of a track loader or grapple. This issue is usually solved by loosening the set screws on the bottom bracket and raising the door a bit. This will make the edge of the door in line with the frame and remove the scrape. It is not uncommon to see the pivot pin that holds the door together the bifold door damaged or broken. The reason is that the pin is subjected to more tension and twisting than the coupler or thumb. This is particularly true for older pins that are made of soft materials. If the pin is damaged, you can pull it out of the door with the flat-head screwdriver or pliers. Then clean out the coupler or thumb and replace it with a brand new pin. Ensure the pin's diameter is identical to the old pin. Use a punch that has the correct end diameter to press the