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Andy4639 · 10-16-2012, 11:03 PM

Have you found the rivets? I have 2 old sets and both need all the rivets replaced for sure. If u have a source please LMK.

Yes I have the last set I just replaced. They are painted.

Not much differance except they wouldn't hold the hood down in back.

AusTx68 · 10-16-2012, 11:12 PM

I once had a set of beautiful powdercoated hinges. After 2 1/2 years (3000 miles) on a garage kept truck they looked like total dog poop. The shine faded, the springs had chipped, and there was heavy wear on the moving parts. I now have the EMS hinges. They look amazing and the up/down function is super smooth. Very nice. Two years from now I'll bet they look just as good.

Andy4639 · 10-16-2012, 11:15 PM

Nice hinges for a nice truck!

big_al_71 · 10-17-2012, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by austx68

i once had a set of beautiful powdercoated hinges. After 2 1/2 years (3000 miles) on a garage kept truck they looked like total dog poop. The shine faded, the springs had chipped, and there was heavy wear on the moving parts. I now have the ems hinges. They look amazing and the up/down function is super smooth. Very nice. Two years from now i'll bet they look just as good.

+1 on the ems billet hood hinges.. These thing are well worth the money!!!

turp mcspray · 10-17-2012, 10:07 AM

I can also vouch for Willie. He did a set of 71 cuda hinges for me a few months ago.

GMCJOE · 10-17-2012, 10:19 AM

My truck isn't a show truck neither. At least not yet. But I be damned if I paint the truck and damage is caused by the hood by the paint. I have to a lot of pride in my vehicles. If it was all rusted out, I would still be contemplating the same decision. I am not doubting his work on them sweet hinges. If it was my daily driver, I would just go with a set. But, I am going to have this truck for many years to come, so I will probably get the better set for the extra cash.

Fesser · 10-17-2012, 10:21 AM

Somewhat related question, How easy is it to check hinges to see if they need rebuilding? Do you just pull the springs and see if you can feel side to side slop (removed from the truck, obviously)?

Andy4639 · 10-17-2012, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Fesser

Somewhat related question, How easy is it to check hinges to see if they need rebuilding? Do you just pull the springs and see if you can feel side to side slop (removed from the truck, obviously)?

The rivets will be worn, the hood want sit down even with the cowl. U will know.

10-16-2012, 11:03 PM	#26
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Who makes a GOOD hood hinge?? Have you found the rivets? I have 2 old sets and both need all the rivets replaced for sure. If u have a source please LMK. Yes I have the last set I just replaced. They are painted. Not much differance except they wouldn't hold the hood down in back. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-16-2012, 11:12 PM	#27
AusTx68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Italy Posts: 1,278	Re: Who makes a GOOD hood hinge?? I once had a set of beautiful powdercoated hinges. After 2 1/2 years (3000 miles) on a garage kept truck they looked like total dog poop. The shine faded, the springs had chipped, and there was heavy wear on the moving parts. I now have the EMS hinges. They look amazing and the up/down function is super smooth. Very nice. Two years from now I'll bet they look just as good. __________________ '68 C-10 SWB 383 Stroker (Sold 3/2/2013) '87 R2500 LWB 454 TBI converted to Carb

10-16-2012, 11:15 PM	#28
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Who makes a GOOD hood hinge?? Nice hinges for a nice truck! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-17-2012, 10:07 AM	#30
turp mcspray Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rapid City South Dakota Posts: 2,359	Re: Who makes a GOOD hood hinge?? I can also vouch for Willie. He did a set of 71 cuda hinges for me a few months ago. __________________ Turp Mcspray New life for an old 2wd, farm blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505987 My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342299

10-17-2012, 10:19 AM	#31
GMCJOE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Junction City, KS Posts: 782	Re: Who makes a GOOD hood hinge?? My truck isn't a show truck neither. At least not yet. But I be damned if I paint the truck and damage is caused by the hood by the paint. I have to a lot of pride in my vehicles. If it was all rusted out, I would still be contemplating the same decision. I am not doubting his work on them sweet hinges. If it was my daily driver, I would just go with a set. But, I am going to have this truck for many years to come, so I will probably get the better set for the extra cash. __________________ Joseph Joe's 69 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543253 1969 GMC SWB-350 SBC 700R4 2013 Ram 2500 CC Laramie Longhorn Edition-6.7 PPEI EFI Live CSP5 5” ProFlo Exhaust

10-17-2012, 10:21 AM	#32
Fesser Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Napa, CA Posts: 519	Re: Who makes a GOOD hood hinge?? Somewhat related question, How easy is it to check hinges to see if they need rebuilding? Do you just pull the springs and see if you can feel side to side slop (removed from the truck, obviously)?



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