Update on bowed hood problem... (pics) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

68gmsee · 09-09-2007, 07:11 PM

Since my last post on this, I decided to do the bracing to see if I could reinforce the center of the hood (the weak spot). Using "prg machine's" suggestion of a 1X1 inch square tubing, I came up with this for my spare hood.

I notched the top part (rear) and cut a "V" on the front part. Squeezed the "V" with the vise so that it would fit under the bracing and then tapped in place. If anyone is interested, I can detail what I did a little more.

(Excuse the partial painting)

09-09-2007, 07:11 PM	#1
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Update on bowed hood problem... (pics) Since my last post on this, I decided to do the bracing to see if I could reinforce the center of the hood (the weak spot). Using "prg machine's" suggestion of a 1X1 inch square tubing, I came up with this for my spare hood. I notched the top part (rear) and cut a "V" on the front part. Squeezed the "V" with the vise so that it would fit under the bracing and then tapped in place. If anyone is interested, I can detail what I did a little more. (Excuse the partial painting)



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