T420 Hinges second replacement in 1.5 years?

My T420 Hinges are beginning to wobble again and not adequately support the screen. Basically any minor bump to the computer moves the screen back and forth. This makes it very difficult to use the machine in a car, bus, airplane, or on any surface other than a desk. I've owned the computer for about 1.5yrs and this would be the second time I would have the hinges replaced under warranty. When the machine was new and after the last replacement it did not exhibit these symptoms.
Is this normal for a T420?
Is there anything I can do to make the hinges last longer? I plan on keeping this machine for at least another 2.5 years, and I hate the idea of needing to replace the hinges every six to seven months.
Thanks!
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my 16 months old T420 hinge is still okay. If you are going through a pair of hinge every 8 months that is not good.
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Jin Li
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