composite door hinge pin worn

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My composite front door which is about 10 years old has been sticking a bit recently. When I rock the door I can see a little play in the top hinge, it appears to me that the Pin is worn.
It looks straightforward to change, there are plastic caps on top and bottom, a couple of socket (allen) grub screws that look to be holding it in place. Do I just slacken these screws and knock the pin out with a punch having chocked the door in position?
Secondly, where do I get these new pins from. B&Q/screwfix? I've had a quick look online with no success. There are a couple of door and window manufacturers in our area. Would they be receptive to me (non trade) turning up and asking for new pins?
Thanks in advance.
 
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Any chance of a pic?

Chances are the Allen screws are adjusters to move the door left to right and up or down

So try adjusting it first before buying a new hinge
 
Thanks for the response. See the attached photos. When I take the plastic caps off I can see the end of the pin which appears to have flats on it rather than being circular. Any idea of the manufacturer?

hinge 1.jpg hinge 2.jpg
 
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No problem

Try adjusting it first before splashing out on a new one

Don't forget if you buy a new one that will also need adjusting to suit your door
 

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