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11-30-2006, 05:35 PM | #1 |
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Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Well it is not a new idea but I needed a new hinge set up to clear my front tires when the airs out and the frames down. I will be doing a write up for others that want to do this to their truck. I have only the front mocked up right now and I am headed out to built the rear slider latches. This step is one I have not seen any other person complete and post pics of so we will see how it goes. Wish me luck, I want to have it finished up tonight for the mock up stage then I can build the final mounts and give dimentions.
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11-30-2006, 06:13 PM | #2 |
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Awesome! can't wait for you to do a write up
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11-30-2006, 06:21 PM | #3 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
The factory slider/hooks work great Now I just need to pull it all back apart and build the final mounting brackets and clean everything up for viewing
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11-30-2006, 06:25 PM | #4 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
I've been wanting to do the exact same thing! Now I'll know how a "Professional" does it.
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11-30-2006, 06:54 PM | #5 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Wow you did all that since I lelt earlier today. Nice
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11-30-2006, 07:11 PM | #6 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
So how much is this kit gonna run me?
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11-30-2006, 11:01 PM | #7 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Thanks guys I will be building the finish brackets in the morning and try and have it done before quiting time. It will almost be a full bolt-in kit. It will require Two pieces to be welded to the radiator support and 2-4 nuts to be welded to the front brace of the hood. I will make templete's of all the parts for later use. As of now I do not plan on doing any kind of a kit for sale but I would like to do a write up for the board.
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11-30-2006, 11:05 PM | #8 |
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A write up will be well appreciated.
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11-30-2006, 11:21 PM | #9 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Do you think any dimensions would have to be changed for a 67/68 front end? Is the front underside of the hood different on the 67/68 hood?
TIA - Bob
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12-01-2006, 12:21 AM | #11 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
I would love to see / have a copy of your templates for the mounts (front & rear).
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12-01-2006, 07:18 AM | #12 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
i gotta get in on this
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12-01-2006, 09:29 AM | #13 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Question: are you still going to use the factory truck front latch as well?
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12-01-2006, 10:28 AM | #14 | |
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12-01-2006, 11:50 AM | #15 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
I got 1 for you Rok how about a complete flip front end like this with out the cut on the the middle of the front rear portion of the fender like the fiberglass kit.
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But if you want to do a flip frontend without a fender seam you will need to have your front pivit lower than the rear bottom portion of your fender so when it starts to lift tehfirst action is forward and away from the body and not into it. For this reason it would only work out ok on a 4x4. Here is a quick pic. The pink line shows the pivit point that will pull the fender away from the door as soon as it starts to lift but needs to be low to the ground. The blue color shows how if the pivit is raised up the fender will run right into the door as it lifts. This is why you see fenders cut at an angle and a raised up pivit piont on 2wds. Not to mention your cowl would need to be modified to work as well. Hope this clears things up Kevin LFD Inc. Kevin LFD Inc. Last edited by Rokcrln; 12-01-2006 at 12:25 PM. |
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12-01-2006, 01:48 PM | #17 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Kevin - My BAD. Looking back I can clearly see the 68 GMC hood. I apologize for making you waste your time replying to my stupid posting. If I had opened my eyes in the beginning this would not have been necessary.
Sorry - Bob
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12-01-2006, 02:02 PM | #18 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Kevin, I wanted to cry when I saw that brand new 68 hood cut on the underside.!!!!!! Looks good.
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12-01-2006, 03:09 PM | #19 | |
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Sorry Bob~ No problem, now people know it may not work on a 69-72 as it is curently built! All's good Kevin LFD Inc. |
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12-04-2006, 01:10 AM | #20 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
have you gotten everything all buttoned up yet? Sounds like it's going pretty smooth!
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12-04-2006, 03:41 AM | #21 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
i like it..great idea..cant wiat to see the write up..but how do you open it..but dont wory abotu an answer i know you will show it later on..great work by the way..
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12-04-2006, 08:40 AM | #22 |
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http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=218253
Here it is, I posted it in the blazer forum since it is a bit slower I had time to get it all on here before people started responding. As far as opening you just use your stock latch Kevin LFD Inc. |
12-05-2006, 10:48 AM | #23 |
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Re: Tilted (hood tilt build thread)
Rok why do you feel that a complete flip frt would be harder to work on. I want to do this as it would alllow easy accese to the motor if done properly like an 18 wheeler. I would be will to work some thing out with you if you would be intrested.
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12-05-2006, 04:27 PM | #24 | |
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