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Jul 9, 2017 | 07:45 PM

tmny277

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73-75 Hood question

Hello all,
I am repairing my 74 hood. Up by the windshield and the cowl inlet grill there are the remains of a metal reinforcement but mine has dis-integrated.
I am wondering if this is original and if anyone could please snap a picture of one in place?
I doubt it is re-produced and a pic would be helpful for fabricating a new one.

These pics show where the reinforcement used to be on my hood.

Thanks!

Jul 9, 2017 | 10:21 PM

Tooch1

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Yes, that metal strip is original to the car. Here are a few pics from my 73. It is L shaped and runs along the hood back edge lip for support. It appears to be attached with some sort of adhesive.
Hope this helps.
Tooch

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Jul 10, 2017 | 02:47 AM

Tim 1973

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Here is a pic of my 73 Hood, I'm still working on it.

Tim

Jul 10, 2017 | 10:46 AM

tmny277

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Thanks alot guys, this is just what I was looking for.
Now just need to fab one up and glue it in!

Jul 10, 2017 | 12:06 PM

gkz

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Mine was missing. I packed it full of fiberglass and epoxy resin. No flex at all.

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