Hood Hinges/Spring

Punky · Post by **Punky** » Sun Jun 17, 2007 9:59 pm

What's the best way to fix weak hood hinges/springs on a '70 PU? They won't hold the hood down properly. Fix? Replacements available? Thanks, Punky

Jims68 · Post by **Jims68** » Mon Jun 18, 2007 6:59 am

Put the hinge in a vice. Have the hinge in the "OPEN" position. This way, it removes the presure off the spring during removal. Then, I used a brake spring removal tool. OR, you can use a large screwdriver. Remove BOTH springs, and then, check the play in the pivot points. Most likely, you will find plenty of play. Repair the holes by welding them up, and then, drilling them back out to a round hole. Not sure what to replace the "pin" with.... I am sure someone will also have some ideas on this. My hinges were "fairly" well... so I didn't do any repair to them, other than pulling them all apart and then cleaning them so that they move freely. Replace the hinge springs by attaching one end, and then, using the screwdriver on the other end and putting it back on the top.

Jim

OleRed66 · Post by **OleRed66** » Mon Jun 18, 2007 8:14 am

Replacement hinges can be found here

http://vintagepowerwagons.com/products/ ... ptline.htm

They are a little pricey, but if you think it's worth it!?

Cageman · Post by **Cageman** » Tue Jun 19, 2007 1:09 am

Sweet, now I see they make new bumpers too, Now I can get a new one for my 62, as it has a couple imperfections that bother me, who hooo.

125 each aint that bad, All of my hoods are shimmed up to get them close, I know what Im saving my money for now.