1966 Mustang Restoration - Pt 16 Hood mounting and hinge adjustments

It's an exciting step to finally be able to mount the hood. This helps me understand if my fenders are located correctly. In this episode I run into some hinge adjustment struggles, but we make some progress.

[@juantaulercrespi9513]

hello again! I love your videos!!
In the video you comment that it is very easy to remove curvature from the hood... how do you do it?? In mine I have this problem, the front is perfect, the back is also, but in the measured one I have a curvature that I don't know how to adjust.❤

[@3rdstallgarage]

The side curve of the hood is adjustable. My understanding is that the top layer of the hood wraps around the side and pinches the under structure but is not welded. This allows the top layer to slide relative to the under layer that it pinches. I hope that makes sense. By flexing or bending the hood in the way that you want it to curve, the two layers of metal will slide relative to each other and stay in the new position. For example, if your hood is too flat, then put a couple layers of wood in the middle of the side edge and carefully lower the hood and press on the front edge of it. As you press the front edge of the hood down, the wood will push up in the middle and the hinge will hold the back down. You can force the hood into more of a curved arc. You will need to over flex it until it bounces back to the right shape you want. If your hood is too curved, then put the wood in the front edge and push down in the middle. There are probably other videos around of people doing this too. Good luck!

[@68mustangrestoration34]

that's using your head....LOL many times we need to use any body part to support or hold a piece of body panel. I know this is after the fact but I use tape on the hood and hinge so I can mark location relative to the other, that way moving 1/8 or 3/16 you can see it easier. Great job on the hood, I know this is a long journey but you are well on your way. I look forward to more updates.

[@3rdstallgarage]

Thanks. Good idea with the tape. I know I have a long way to go. It becomes more doable and less overwhelming when you hear from others who have gone through it. Thanks for the encouragement.

[@68mustangrestoration34]

@@3rdstallgarage np... you are doing great although I know sometimes it does not feel that way. Slow and steady wins the race and all I can say is do not trust ANY aftermarket piece to be accurate in any way.

[@hughphillips67Mustang]

You should never grind the slots bigger. The way to drop the back of the hood down when it sets to high, is to roll the front of the hinge up. I know it sounds backwards, but it works.

[@3rdstallgarage]

You're right. I've learned that since. Thanks for watching!

[@goblinkiller4701]

Hey I have a 66 mustang and I need help with a few things would love some advise please let me know thank u

[@3rdstallgarage]

Feel free to send me an email at [e-mail] I'm no expert, but I'll help if I can!