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Malibob · 08-25-2012, 03:54 PM

In the front and rear of the hood are the supports that all the bolts and latches- etc. attach to. Anyone know if they can be seperated from the hood skin? Looks like a few rivets on the front support (the one with the latch). I would imagine there are welds somewhere along the front- prob near the edge. I need to get the whole front support or core (whatever you want to call it) out.

Anyone done this- walk me through it if you could?

FreakyMalo · 08-25-2012, 05:05 PM

Spot welds, lots of spot welds along the edge that faces down when the hood is closed.

Rich 5150 69 · 08-26-2012, 01:09 AM

You will have to use sandpaper or wire brush to reveal the spot welds they are about every inch all along the bottom edge, then use a 1/8 drill bit drill the center, then change out to a 1/4 inch drill bit and just drill enough to clear the spot weld, I`m getting ready to weld in a new ..(old ) lower valance in mine as mine had rusted thru....where the lower valance and the hod sheet metal meet there should be a weep hole in the foward section to alow water to escape. Mine was plugged. I will install mine with a full weld, ( filling the seam ) and spot welding the lower section at the side.

LostMy65 · 08-26-2012, 02:19 AM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...19#post4887519

Malibob · 08-27-2012, 07:59 AM

Perfect, thanks fellas.

robber grin · 01-07-2013, 10:06 AM

My question is how do you dismantle the front brace and valance of the hood and get it back together without welding the seam? In other words as close to stock as possible...

You see the valance panels everywhere now so someone's done it or might be doing it soon.

I will be trying this repair soon too.

thanks
bob

jonzcustomshop · 01-07-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by robber grin

My question is how do you dismantle the front brace and valance of the hood and get it back together without welding the seam? In other words as close to stock as possible...

You see the valance panels everywhere now so someone's done it or might be doing it soon.

I will be trying this repair soon too.

thanks
bob

I think you would need to use 2 hoods, some of the spots are in places that you can't get a drill, or regular welder...
so cut the rusty lower portion off under the seam, then you can access and drill out all the spots, then cut the repair panel out over the seam from a donor hood, do the same with the spots,in some places where you can't get the welder, you might be able to bolt it together, or you could try the panel bonding adhesive.. also I think Eastwood makes a spot weld tool with a 2 foot reach, that might be an option.

**Clyde65** · 01-07-2013, 10:19 AM

probably seam sealer.

**ChevyJr** · 02-06-2018, 04:25 PM

Any updates on this? I am looking to replace the lower patch panel on the hood. Is it possible without utilizing the upper patch panel? I have a nice louvered hood and don't want to cut it up to much.

**The Rocknrod** · 02-06-2018, 06:10 PM

There are links in this post you posted on above that have info on hood repairs.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415609
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...38#post3586338
Also in the FAQ section there are hood rust and general repair links: Hood Repair Posts / Threads:

**ChevyJr** · 02-06-2018, 06:26 PM

Sorry. I should have clarified. I was speaking to removing the entire lower valence of the hood and replacing it with a repop patch. Mine is Swiss cheese in select spots, but overall still in great shape. I was hoping, because I already purchased the patch a year or so ago, someone had figured out how it magically welds in.

I could create patches for each spot, but was hoping to save time and replace the whole thing. So far, it doesn't appear as replacing the whole thing is an option due to where the underside spot welds need to be located.

**PGSigns** · 02-07-2018, 07:41 AM

And there is the inner panel that is also part of all those welds. I have a hood here that is need of the front fixed. The problem I have is the piece behind the front panel is as bad as the rest of the front. No need to even try to fix the hood. Now that they make a complete hood it would be really a big plus to get them to sell that back panel. I am sure they would sell great.
Jimmy

jhrusk · 02-07-2018, 01:07 PM

I replaced my lower part of hood, also removed braces and blasted them then put in epoxy before re-assembling it. Finished off by seam sealing seam. It is in my thread

hotrodder · 02-07-2018, 10:10 PM

The panel bond adhesive is a good easy fix. No welding. SEM makes a really good one . Available at most stores that sell paint and body supplies. I used it on my repair and it was quick and easy. Just sayin.

**ChevyJr** · 03-15-2018, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by PGSigns

And there is the inner panel that is also part of all those welds. I have a hood here that is need of the front fixed. The problem I have is the piece behind the front panel is as bad as the rest of the front. No need to even try to fix the hood. Now that they make a complete hood it would be really a big plus to get them to sell that back panel. I am sure they would sell great.
Jimmy

Agreed. Just disassembled my hood and I don’t think I have the patience to try and save this. Swiss cheese along the entire bottom edge. I guess I will be looking for a donor hood. With no guarantee that it will be any better...

LT1 Burb · 03-16-2018, 09:10 AM

It is actually pretty easy to do, I plug welded mine back together.

**ChevyJr** · 03-16-2018, 07:42 PM

Mmm idk that this is a candidate for that. There is not a lot of quality metal to even weld patches to around that area. But I may need to figure out how to do my best. I just don't want to do this repair again, so I’d like to replace it. However, I’m not sure how many donor hoods for just this piece are out there. Especially without rust in the same area...and are not extremely expensive. Thanks for the help.

**Captainfab** · 03-16-2018, 11:39 PM

How well did that aftermarket replacement piece fit?

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Originally Posted by LT1 Burb

It is actually pretty easy to do, I plug welded mine back together.

LT1 Burb · 03-17-2018, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

How well did that aftermarket replacement piece fit?

I had to dolly around 1 light but it fit good.

**The Rocknrod** · 03-17-2018, 03:04 AM

Although I never got a pic, the body shop used both upper and lower on the front of my hood.

**Captainfab** · 03-17-2018, 11:19 PM

Thanks for the info.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LT1 Burb

I had to dolly around 1 light but it fit good.

08-25-2012, 03:54 PM	#1
Malibob Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 392	Anyone know how to dismantle hood? In the front and rear of the hood are the supports that all the bolts and latches- etc. attach to. Anyone know if they can be seperated from the hood skin? Looks like a few rivets on the front support (the one with the latch). I would imagine there are welds somewhere along the front- prob near the edge. I need to get the whole front support or core (whatever you want to call it) out. Anyone done this- walk me through it if you could? __________________ This statement was made possible by a grant from this station and continued support from viewers like you. Flickr

08-25-2012, 05:05 PM	#2
FreakyMalo Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Brown Sky, CA Posts: 125	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? Spot welds, lots of spot welds along the edge that faces down when the hood is closed. __________________ 66 Carryall my photos

08-26-2012, 01:09 AM	#3
Rich 5150 69 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Galt, Calif Posts: 2,437	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? You will have to use sandpaper or wire brush to reveal the spot welds they are about every inch all along the bottom edge, then use a 1/8 drill bit drill the center, then change out to a 1/4 inch drill bit and just drill enough to clear the spot weld, I`m getting ready to weld in a new ..(old ) lower valance in mine as mine had rusted thru....where the lower valance and the hod sheet metal meet there should be a weep hole in the foward section to alow water to escape. Mine was plugged. I will install mine with a full weld, ( filling the seam ) and spot welding the lower section at the side. Attached Images __________________ `64 C10 vortec 350/350/373 posi `69 RS/SS 350/350/308 `37 Ford 406/350/324 traclock `68 Dart 370/904/323 suregrip

08-26-2012, 02:19 AM	#4
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...19#post4887519 __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

08-27-2012, 07:59 AM	#5
Malibob Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 392	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? Perfect, thanks fellas. __________________ This statement was made possible by a grant from this station and continued support from viewers like you. Flickr

01-07-2013, 10:06 AM	#6
robber grin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sunny Youngwood PA Posts: 463	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? My question is how do you dismantle the front brace and valance of the hood and get it back together without welding the seam? In other words as close to stock as possible... You see the valance panels everywhere now so someone's done it or might be doing it soon. I will be trying this repair soon too. thanks bob

01-07-2013, 10:19 AM	#8
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? probably seam sealer. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

02-06-2018, 04:25 PM	#9
ChevyJr Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 87	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? Any updates on this? I am looking to replace the lower patch panel on the hood. Is it possible without utilizing the upper patch panel? I have a nice louvered hood and don't want to cut it up to much.

02-06-2018, 06:10 PM	#10
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? There are links in this post you posted on above that have info on hood repairs. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415609 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...38#post3586338 Also in the FAQ section there are hood rust and general repair links: Hood Repair Posts / Threads: __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

02-06-2018, 06:26 PM	#11
ChevyJr Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 87	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? Sorry. I should have clarified. I was speaking to removing the entire lower valence of the hood and replacing it with a repop patch. Mine is Swiss cheese in select spots, but overall still in great shape. I was hoping, because I already purchased the patch a year or so ago, someone had figured out how it magically welds in. I could create patches for each spot, but was hoping to save time and replace the whole thing. So far, it doesn't appear as replacing the whole thing is an option due to where the underside spot welds need to be located.

02-07-2018, 07:41 AM	#12
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? And there is the inner panel that is also part of all those welds. I have a hood here that is need of the front fixed. The problem I have is the piece behind the front panel is as bad as the rest of the front. No need to even try to fix the hood. Now that they make a complete hood it would be really a big plus to get them to sell that back panel. I am sure they would sell great. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

02-07-2018, 01:07 PM	#13
jhrusk Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: mid ga Posts: 553	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? I replaced my lower part of hood, also removed braces and blasted them then put in epoxy before re-assembling it. Finished off by seam sealing seam. It is in my thread __________________ check out SANFORD build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522019

02-07-2018, 10:10 PM	#14
hotrodder Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Bloomington Indiana Posts: 322	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? The panel bond adhesive is a good easy fix. No welding. SEM makes a really good one . Available at most stores that sell paint and body supplies. I used it on my repair and it was quick and easy. Just sayin.

03-16-2018, 09:10 AM	#16
LT1 Burb Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Winchester Oregon, formerly Vancouver BC Posts: 2,949	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? It is actually pretty easy to do, I plug welded mine back together. Attached Images

03-16-2018, 07:42 PM	#17
ChevyJr Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 87	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? Mmm idk that this is a candidate for that. There is not a lot of quality metal to even weld patches to around that area. But I may need to figure out how to do my best. I just don't want to do this repair again, so I’d like to replace it. However, I’m not sure how many donor hoods for just this piece are out there. Especially without rust in the same area...and are not extremely expensive. Thanks for the help. Attached Images



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03-17-2018, 03:04 AM	#20
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Anyone know how to dismantle hood? Although I never got a pic, the body shop used both upper and lower on the front of my hood. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

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