Hi Chris,....taking the hood apart is actually pretty easy. The center section hinge just unbolts. The two side panels have a thin rod threaded thru the hinge. Soak it with rust buster for a while and it should slide out with a few whacks. I replaced mine with a piece of stainless steel rod that only cost a few bucks.
I think you would get a much better job that way.


1940 Chevy KC 1/2-Ton
In the Stovebolt Gallery