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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 05:34 AM
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Hi Team, Question I have can you remove the radiator core support without removing the hood?
(1977 early)
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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 07:03 AM
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Yes, but you'll have much better access with the hood off.
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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 08:54 PM
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Removed my radiator core support on my 72 with the hood in place. Not too terrible of a job.
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Old Sep 14, 2017 | 07:02 AM
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Thanks guys,it's a project coming up in the next 4 weeks! let you know how I get on,I'll put some photo's up
cheers Dave NZ
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