Hisense 7.2 chest freezer hinge

[thomash]

Got a screaming deal on a Hisense 7.2 from Costco for my keezer build. It should easily hold 3 sixtels on the floor. After I got it home, I pulled the caps off the hinges and could not find a way to pin the hinges for removal.
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Any ideas on how to safely immobilize this thing?

 

[SleepyCreekBrews]

just open the lid all the way , and then go around back and unscrew em. (hold the lid so it doesn't fall tho)

I can't imagine they're that strong that you couldn't hold it with your hand while you unscrewed it...the lid can't weigh but 10pounds, right ?

...and congrats on the screemin' deal

 

[thomash]

The weight of the factory lid is not what worries me. It’s the weight of the new lid that I plan to build that does (coffin keezer). Although, I have a feeling I’ll have to replace them with something a little more stout .

Forgot to mention that Costco had these for $139.
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[SleepyCreekBrews]

Damn, that's a good deal!
My point about the lid weight was , since it's not very heavy, the springs aren't very strong (easy to hold while you take the screws out) .

I think most keezer builders (including myself) attach the insulated wooden collar to the freezer, and then reattach the freezer lid (and hinges) to the collar, so you're still opening the same lid.

Anyway, good luck with your build, looks like you have plenty of space for beer

 

[Bordy]

I bought this exact freezer for my keezer build, just unscrew the hinges while the lid is closed. I used the same lid and used the traditional wood collar built with 2x8s, using the same hinges. So far so good, and I am able to fit 4 corny kegs, although I’m using only 3 taps. I’ve always wondered how much Costco marks up in Hawaii, my freezer was $200 a month ago.