Hinge pin removal '66 Cuda deck lid

I'm going to try to drill it out. My plan is to file the sides of the center piece so I can use brass door pin bushings on that piece. I'll have to drill oversize a little. My local auto parts supply house has a large assortment of long, small diameter hinge pins. If I keep it oiled and drill carefully, I think this should be no problem. They sure didn't want those pins to come loose did they?lol Thanks for the info guys.