My hood stuck closed!
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Instructor
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From: Vancouver BC
My hood stuck closed!
My hood won't open! :mad
The driver’s side latch isn't releasing. Tried pulling the cables under the dash with a pair of pliers to get more travel without luck. There must be another way to get at the hood latches. Ideas?
[Modified by CptMorgan, 7:31 PM 3/17/2004]
The driver’s side latch isn't releasing. Tried pulling the cables under the dash with a pair of pliers to get more travel without luck. There must be another way to get at the hood latches. Ideas?
[Modified by CptMorgan, 7:31 PM 3/17/2004]
Burning Brakes
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From: Chandler AZ
Re: My hood stuck closed! (CptMorgan)
I know Mid America sells a tool that helps with this. After you get it open make sure you attach long wire ties around the latch where the cable attaches. Let them hang into the cowl under the wipers. A simple pull on each wire tie will open the hood if it happens again.
Drifting
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From: Frostburg MD
Re: My hood stuck closed! (CptMorgan)
This may help http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...n.php?qstId=87
Pro
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From: Augusta Ga
Re: My hood stuck closed! (CptMorgan)
Awesome, I have the same problem. Removed everything from the fire wall to clean up under the hood. After cleaning up shut the hood for the night, later I couldn't get it open.
Burning Brakes
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Re: My hood stuck closed! (BigC4)
Mine has threatened to stick a couple times but always eventually worked. I've been detailing the engine bay this winter and was looking at the latch setup. It is adjustable. Anybody done that? Share the knowledge?
Pro
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From: Toronto ON
Re: My hood stuck closed! (vinnies87)
Must be a common occurrence. I just got done dealing with mine and am afraid to shut it again. The source of my problem is a broken release spring.
Anybody have any ideas for a fix for that?
p.s. nice pic, Vinnie :thumbs:
Anybody have any ideas for a fix for that?
p.s. nice pic, Vinnie :thumbs:
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Melting Slicks
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From: Lockport NY
Re: My hood stuck closed! (CptMorgan)
Why not buy the tool from the man who designed it???
http://www.gordonkillebrew.com
$20 and well worth it.
http://www.gordonkillebrew.com
$20 and well worth it.
Drifting
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From: Orlando FL
Re: My hood stuck closed! (CptMorgan)
first, if it ever gets stuck, try holding the lever inside the car open while lifting the hood (you have to open your drivers window to do this). i had to do this with mine once. after it is open, look at the latch that didn't stick and see how far out the "catch" sticks into the hole...then adjust teh other side. the cable housing is threaded, just loosen the set nut and spin. you'll see the catch moving. if the hood is sticking then obviously the catch needs to be moved further out of the hole....good luck :thumbs:
Team Owner
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From: San Diego , CA Double Yellow DirtBags 1985..Z51..6-speed
Re: My hood stuck closed! (VAHROOM)
I greased up my hood latches, and it opens smooth as silk now. I used to be wary that I was gonna break the release lever everytime I pulled it.
Safety Car
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From: Sun City West Az
Re: My hood stuck closed! (SteveBlack90)
What sort of grease did you use? Can I use wheel bearing grease (since I have a lot of it around)?
