99 Cent Propless Hood Hinge Mod.

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  1. PART-TIME

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    1) Locate adjustable prop rod.
    2) Insert rod and adjust hood to desired height, making sure you have the rod centered and hood is level on both sides (Choose a height other than the standard/original prop rod height.) PICTURE 1
    3) Drill a 1/4" hole from the inside out. PICTURE 2
    4) Get (2) 1/4" x 2" bolts and cut off threaded portions. Grind ends smooth. PICTURE 3
    5) Insert pins and you have a 99 cent propless hood. PICTURES 4 AND 5
     

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    TIRED OF BANGING YOUR HEAD ON THE HOOD LATCH WHILE WORKING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT?

    1) Find a friendly helper!
    2) Have your helper hold the hood all the way open until it stops. PICTURE 1
    3) Drill another 1/4" hole using the previously drilled hole on the inner hinge rail as a guide. PICTURE 2
    4) You should end up with one hole on the inner rail part of the hinge and 2 holes on the outer plate. PICTURE 3
    5) Insert pins and hood will stay in vertical position allowing plenty of room for working on the engine without fighting the prop rod or head banging the latch. PICTURES 4 AND 5


    WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN OR CLOSE HOOD WITH PINS IN PLACE!!!
     

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    That is quite a bit of leverage on the hood and force on the hinges ...
     
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    I've seen that before, works pretty good.
     
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    Blown76Mav,
    Someone who does not know you should not be touching your car.



    dmhines,
    Lift your hood and clamp some vice grips in the sections where the holes are drilled and test it for yourself. There is not that much strain on the hood or the hinge.


    Mavaholic,
    Thanks Dennis
     
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    I have done it before,, works great.
    Dan
     
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    The higher you place the hood when you pin it, the less force (in torque) will be applied to the hinges...

    So the second scenario would be pretty cool for working on the car and for shows...
     
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    :idea: Great idea......Thanks(y)
     
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    Never gave it much thought, but that looks like a good idea. I just may have to try it. Thanks for the info.
     
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    Great Idea I might have to do the to Tammy's.......that way she will stop buggin me for gas struts :D
     
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    I had never seen that before. Very good idea!!
     
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    Good idea. I think I would use quick release pins and drill another hole on the lower part of the hinge on the apron to store them.
     

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    good idea.
     
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    I don't bump my head on the hood now.;)

    Sometimes, it's good to be short.
     
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    I like it...I'll be trying it soon. Thanks :)
     
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