Bumper pins?

[Dennis and Melissa]

I’m not even sure that’s what they are called.  But mine have started to fail, even wiggling out on occasion. 😩So I want to buy 2 new ones. I can’t find them on the internet and the mothership doesn’t have them for sale. 
 

Any ideas?

[CRM]

Grainger has these in several sizes.

Quick Release Pin: T-Handle

Edit- Lot's of options on Amazon too. 

Quick Release Pin T Handle Lock Pins

Edited October 22 by CRM

[topgun2]

15 minutes ago, Dennis and Melissa said:

But mine have started to fail, even wiggling out on occasion. 😩

An occasional good cleaning and a shot of WD-40 will make these things last a long time.  Pay particular attention to the little "ball" in one end and the "push button" in the other and also give the holes in the bumper a little shot of lube (WD-40 or something similar) from time to time.

Bill

p.s.  you might also take a look in Tractor Supply if that is easier - they used to carry these pins.

[taylor.coyote]

I replaced mine a number of years ago. Don't recall my source. You should search for marine stainless steel quick release pins. You will find a variety of lengths and diameters with and without leashes.  The marine grade are spendy but they will not corrode.  

[katanapilot]

McMaster-Carr is also a good source. Fast shipping.

https://www.mcmaster.com/products/pins/quick-release-pins-2~/

[srthomsen]

Dennis and Melissa; your first photo appears to show the small 'ball' in the end of the pin is missing.

Perhaps it's my eyesight.

That small ball is the only thing that will keep the pin from making its way free.

[Rivernerd]

On 10/22/2025 at 7:59 AM, topgun2 said:

Pay particular attention to the little "ball" in one end and the "push button" in the other and also give the holes in the bumper a little shot of lube (WD-40 or something similar) from time to time.

I use spray white lithium grease, then wipe off the excess with a paper towel.  Lasts longer than WD-40.

[Jim and Chris Neuman]

Any marine supply store will have them.

Try West Marine.

Another thought - if pin detent ball is frozen, then the pin could conceivably back out.  Make sure the plunger and detent ball are lubed and move freely.

Edited 8 hours ago by Jim and Chris Neuman

[Dennis and Melissa]

Thanks everyone.  I bought 2.  One is already functioning as a replacement.  The other has been added to the Ollie's garage. 🙂

[johnwen]

Also, try "pip pins"  :)