68 hood contour

[jp2240]

I have two 68 hoods and the both have a slight belly in them. When I lay a straight edge on top of the crown there's about quarter inch gap in the middle. Is this how they were made of are they both bent? Thanks

[Bobbysgmc]

I dont have a 68 hood but my guess is that the foam is missing from the under the hood bracing.My 70 hood has worn out foam supports and vibrates like crazy.

[Daves70]

They should actually have a bit of bow up. They're both bent. Very common on 50 plus year old trucks. It doesn't take much to bend them down. I've had good luck with a 3/4 inch peice of wood shaped a little round to beat the ridge back up.