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Feb 11, 2009 | 08:44 AM

mfpvette80

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From: Le Roy NY

Hood removal

I need to remove the hood from my 1980 to do some clean-up and painting on the underside. Any tips for trouble-free R&R? I plan to slide some cardboard in the gaps between the hood and fenders to protect the paint. Can't think of much else except getting a few friends together to help. Ideas appreciated as always.

Feb 11, 2009 | 09:54 AM

GDaina

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From: In Dreams There Is Truth Ohio

just scribe the location of the brackets so the adjustment will be easier when you put the hood back on...

Feb 11, 2009 | 10:19 AM

Easy Mike

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Originally Posted by GDaina

just scribe the location of the brackets so the adjustment will be easier when you put the hood back on...

And my .02: leave the hood hinges on the inner skirts; remove the hood from the hinges. You'll need a pal to help hold the hood, but two of you can do it.

Feb 11, 2009 | 10:23 AM

RonR80

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From: Russell Ontario

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Good call on both counts , make sure you have a friend or two is the big thing it's not heavy but it's awkwards!! Ron

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