Hood spring problem
 

Hey guys. I had to replace the hood on my 66 K10 pick up truck. I bought one from LMC. I put it on today and it acts as if the springs are too strong for this hood. I have seen this happen on other trucks where the hood actually bends where are the hinges bolts onto it. My question; do I need to buy different springs?

Re: Hood spring problem
 

You could call LMC and ask them if their hood springs
they sell would be a good match (lower tension pressure than original)
for the hood you purchased (From Them).

Link:
https://www.lmctruck.com/1960-66-che...ood-components

You could search for Low tension hood springs.
They make them for some vehicles.

Maybe springs for a fiberglass hood?







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Re: Hood spring problem
 

Thanks for the reply. I plan to call them. But after a google search they recommend lubing the hinges.
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Re: Hood spring problem
 

Pull the hinges and springs back off and make sure the hinges work freely and work lube into them while they are off. Makes it a a lot easier to get the lube fully into the pins. I work lithium grease or gear lube. Doing it this way has worked well.
Jimmy

Re: Hood spring problem
 

Start by oiling all the pivot points on the hinges. As you close the hood push back on it to give the hinges a head start