Product Description
The Coiled Spring Pin (0000-000414-01) is a durable fastener designed for Toyota electric pallet jacks and lift trucks. This spiral-wound pin provides reliable temporary fastening for seat assemblies, steering column adjustments, and mast components. Its coiled design creates spring tension that maintains secure fitment under vibration and repeated use cycles, while allowing easy hand removal for maintenance access and adjustments.
Specifications
Product Overview
| Product Type | Coiled Spring Pin (Fastener) |
Physical Specifications
| Material | Carbon Steel or Alloy Steel |
| Finish | Zinc-Plated or Machined |
| Primary Applications | Seat Assemblies; Steering Column Adjustments; Mast Components; Compartment Access Panels |
| Corrosion Resistance | Standard Zinc-Plate; Stainless Steel Variants Available for Wet Storage |
Installation & Usage
| Design | Spiral Wound (Coiled) |
| Fastening Type | Temporary / Maintenance-Access |
| Installation Method | Hand-Inserted, No Tools Required |
| Removal Method | Hand or Pin Puller Tool |
| Reusability | Multiple Cycles if Coils Remain Intact |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a coiled pin and what does it do in electric lift truck assemblies?
A: The 0000-000414-01 is a coiled (spiral wound) pin used as a fastener in lift truck seat, steering column, and mast assemblies. The coiled design provides spring tension and helps maintain tight fitment under vibration and repeated assembly cycles.
Q: Is the 0000-000414-01 coiled pin used for temporary or permanent fastening?
A: The coiled pin is typically used for temporary or maintenance-access fastening. It can be removed by hand or with a simple pin puller tool, making it ideal for seat height adjustments, steering column adjustments, and compartment access panels on electric lift trucks.
Q: What materials is the 0000-000414-01 manufactured from?
A: OEM coiled pins for electric lift trucks are typically manufactured from carbon steel or alloy steel with a machined or zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance. Verify material and finish compatibility with your equipment; some trucks use stainless steel variants for wet storage environments.
Q: Can the 0000-000414-01 be reused after removal?
A: The coiled pin can be reused multiple times if the coil springs remain intact and are not flattened or deformed. Inspect the pin after each removal. If the coil has permanently flattened or the pin falls out easily, replace it. Reused pins gradually lose spring tension over time.
Q: How do I install a coiled pin correctly?
A: Insert the coiled pin straight into the drilled hole, aligning it with the component you are fastening. The spiral coils compress as the pin enters and then expand to grip the hole walls. Do not bend or force the pin. If resistance is excessive, remove and check hole alignment.
Q: What is the inspection criteria for reused coiled pins?
A: Before reinstalling a coiled pin, visually inspect for flattened or permanently deformed coils, missing wire segments, and surface corrosion. Test the pin's spring resistance by attempting to compress it by hand—it should resist compression and return to original shape. Replace if coils no longer spring back or if the pin fits loosely in the hole.
Q: How should coiled pins be stored?
A: Store coiled pins in a dry environment. Keep them in original packaging or in a sealed container to prevent corrosion, especially zinc-plated variants. Separate by size and material to avoid cross-contamination. For stainless steel variants, store separately from carbon steel to prevent galvanic corrosion.