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Old Oct 9, 2012 | 03:11 PM
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I have my new release cable and am about to put the latches back.
Took good photos of previous position. But we got the hood lined up a bit better this time putting it on. So the latches will have to move.

Any hints on how to "nail" the exact spot?

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Old Oct 9, 2012 | 05:26 PM
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tin foil over the receiver latches on car body,
lower hood slowly enought to mark on the tin foil where your landing, and then readjust.

while your at it,
I highly suggest use old cable, and ADD it under the hood,on the drivers latch.
now, you have an Emergency release.
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I followed same process with duct tape.
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Old Oct 9, 2012 | 06:43 PM
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Also dab a little paint or grease on the tips of the latches so you can pinpoint the exact location on the foil or tape. I used red paint dots and it worked really well.
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Got it! Thanks!!

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