Hello 52 carl I tried to privet message you but was stopped by stovebolt police I was just question how you adjusted the back of your hood NO I didn't put a block under the nose and push down on the hood and tighten the hinges never heard of that but respectfully I was asking about the procedure and any advice you can give me!!!! I have learned in life you can't beat been there done that . And was asking what steps to take. THANKYOU !!!! RESPECTFULLY GLENN