hood sticks up on drivers side...

[19mike69]

ive seen this question on here before but cant find it....how do you get the back corner on the drivers side hood to sty down when you close it?...mine sticks up like a half inch or so

[Piston]

Worn hinges do this.. Sometimes you can adjust the hood hinge down enough to compensate for the wear but eventually you'll want to replace them with a nice new pair. There's nothing better than a new pair of hood hinges ok so there is something better but you get the point lol

[my67c20]

Mine does that too excpet on the passenger side. Make sure that your hood is not torn. There is alot of torque required to pull that hood down especially with rusty hinges first thing to go is sheet metal.

[Hutch]

Try this:
This tip is supplied courtesy of boardmember Huck

Most people will say hinges/springs are worn out---duahhh---how come they weren't worn out before you replaced the motor?? In reality, even well worn hinges can be adjusted if you know the secret~~~and the secret is~~~~
1- open hood and back off the three bolts that hold the hinge to the fender on each side.
2- have friend put a little additional upward pressure on the hood while you tighten the bolts.
By putting the additional upward pressure on the hood, you reposition the hinges and put a slight bit of spring push on the hinge springs. When you bring the hood down, it should bottom out on the rear of the hood. Keep in mind that you may need to reposition the hood on it's hinge bolt position for proper left/right alignment. It is also important to have the hood alignment rubbers mounted in the fenders for the edges.

Have fun

[19mike69]

thanks Hutch...ill give that a try