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Old 08-05-2010, 12:30 AM   #6
Captainfab
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Re: what makes the hood pop up in the back?

I agree. Where the hinges bolt to the inner fenders, needs to drop down in the back. You might need to slide the hood forward on the hinges also.


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Originally Posted by leddzepp View Post
Try this trick: Loosen the bolts that hold the hinges in the back (hood up of course) Then try to "lift" the hood so that it opens further. This will push the hinges down a little in back. Then re-tighten and close the hood. This should correct the problem. I have done this on several 67-72 trucks and it should also work on any vehicle. Good luck.
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