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Old 06-12-2013, 12:01 AM
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How hard is it to replace the hood release cable on a '74?
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Old 06-12-2013, 02:29 AM
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I did my 73 in about an hour. Be sure disconnect the battery as you are going right by the fuse panel.
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Old 06-12-2013, 06:57 AM
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Not hard, I replaced mine on my 74 as well, I would recommend the solid wire release cable over the braided strand one, stronger and will last longer. It's a real P.I.T.A. When it breaks.
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Old 06-12-2013, 12:51 PM
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Who sells solid cables? Are most that are sold braided? Funny, I never took notice.
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Don't remember where I bought mine, was about 5 years ago. I was told to do this back then.

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Who sells solid cables? Are most that are sold braided? Funny, I never took notice.
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Old 06-12-2013, 01:11 PM
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Not difficult provided your hood is not stuck closed.
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I got a solid one from corvette central. a little WD 40 will help it along.
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