So I've read all the great Stovebolt tech tips on hood fitting. Not much help though, still popped up at the cowl area. A local AD specialist suggested I look at the frontclip mounts to see it they are correct (or even there), all that looks good. So for the heck of it I removed the front most hood spring hinge (with the large round spring), and left the rear hinge in place. This dropped the rear of the hood to right where it should be, but of course will not hold the hood up on its own anymore. Do you guys think the hinges need to be replaced? They have a lot of play in them side to side at the rivets, and the shoulder bolt holes. Is this my problem or am I still missing something? This is my last panel alignment issue before I remove the front clip for paint. Also anybody know if I can get the small 'T' shaped spring that acts as the return for the hood safety catch at the front? Cant find one in my catalogs. Thanks.
