In-Cab Hood release - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Putter · 01-20-2005, 01:02 PM

In case anyone is interested, I made a new thread on the FAQ board on installing a hood release that is In-Cab like today's trucks. Kind of a security feature of sorts. Once installed, the outside latch does not pop the hood. It uses a 1988-1994 hood release cable (Chevy of course).

smokekiki · 01-20-2005, 01:11 PM

Thanks Putter,it should work well with a billit grill.

Putter · 01-20-2005, 01:24 PM

If you are using it with a billit grill, and can't get your fingers in there, personally, I would go ahead and cut the "J" hook completely off and only use the main latch. That way you only have to pull the release inside to pop the hood, then simply lift without having to still get at the latch. If you cut the "J" hook, just don't pop it on the interstate....whooosh...hood on windshield!!!!

67ChevyRedneck · 01-20-2005, 06:34 PM

Hey putter, awesome idea. I'd like to try it sometime. I swear that I JUST saw an article or add for a bolt in kit. I can't remember where???

**Palf70Step** · 01-20-2005, 06:35 PM

Thanks Putter, You need more practice in perfecting it, mine is waiting!

CPNEJR · 01-20-2005, 08:01 PM

it sounds really cool

JayDubBlazer · 01-20-2005, 08:05 PM

thanks one more thing to look for in the junk yards

Blue Beard · 01-20-2005, 10:43 PM

Good idea.....but for those who have a hard time finding things, including me sometimes.

You should have put a link on this thread.

Thanks for sharing the info.

Blue Beard · 01-20-2005, 11:02 PM

Had to go see it, nice job...well done.

Here's the link for others...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=136797

incoma · 01-20-2005, 11:21 PM

Glad to see you find time to work on your truck when you're not working on mine!!

Putter · 01-21-2005, 10:00 AM

I didn't put a link because I swear I read somewhere that "cross-linking' was forbidden. Maybe not. Glad you like the mod. Next I will be working on using the complete latch from a newer truck. They work so much smoother. I will keep you posted on the progress.

smokekiki · 01-21-2005, 11:35 AM

I think the cross link deal is more for the guys that will post a "for sale" on all fourms.I think You are all right posting links when asked for help finding something, or what You did,letting everyone know that there is a new FAQ,that can be helpful to someone.

01-20-2005, 01:02 PM	#1
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	In-Cab Hood release In case anyone is interested, I made a new thread on the FAQ board on installing a hood release that is In-Cab like today's trucks. Kind of a security feature of sorts. Once installed, the outside latch does not pop the hood. It uses a 1988-1994 hood release cable (Chevy of course). __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

01-20-2005, 01:11 PM	#2
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,473	Thanks Putter,it should work well with a billit grill. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

01-20-2005, 01:24 PM	#3
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	If you are using it with a billit grill, and can't get your fingers in there, personally, I would go ahead and cut the "J" hook completely off and only use the main latch. That way you only have to pull the release inside to pop the hood, then simply lift without having to still get at the latch. If you cut the "J" hook, just don't pop it on the interstate....whooosh...hood on windshield!!!! __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

01-20-2005, 06:34 PM	#4
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Hey putter, awesome idea. I'd like to try it sometime. I swear that I JUST saw an article or add for a bolt in kit. I can't remember where??? __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

01-20-2005, 06:35 PM	#5
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,470	Thanks Putter, You need more practice in perfecting it, mine is waiting! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-20-2005, 08:01 PM	#6
CPNEJR Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Franconia,N.H. Posts: 1,029	it sounds really cool __________________ (Only) Member of the CPNE Fan Club Aint that the truth 67 C-10 350 with 3-speed tranny and 308 gears swb step 82 Z28 Camaro 355 small block over 350 hp and a borg warner super t-10 (blown engine) 72 Chevy K20 Suburban (future project) 70 Chevy K20 now 68 GMC K2500 2003 Chevy 2500hd ccsb 4X4 (daily driver)

01-20-2005, 08:05 PM	#7
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,883	thanks one more thing to look for in the junk yards __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

01-20-2005, 10:43 PM	#8
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Good idea.....but for those who have a hard time finding things, including me sometimes. You should have put a link on this thread. Thanks for sharing the info. __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

01-20-2005, 11:02 PM	#9
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Had to go see it, nice job...well done. Here's the link for others... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=136797 __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

01-20-2005, 11:21 PM	#10
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Glad to see you find time to work on your truck when you're not working on mine!!

01-21-2005, 10:00 AM	#11
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	I didn't put a link because I swear I read somewhere that "cross-linking' was forbidden. Maybe not. Glad you like the mod. Next I will be working on using the complete latch from a newer truck. They work so much smoother. I will keep you posted on the progress. __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

01-21-2005, 11:35 AM	#12
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,473	I think the cross link deal is more for the guys that will post a "for sale" on all fourms.I think You are all right posting links when asked for help finding something, or what You did,letting everyone know that there is a new FAQ,that can be helpful to someone. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

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