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Old 09-14-2019, 01:57 PM   #4
Stocker
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Re: Hood prop, no springs?

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I don't think the prop rod would save the hinges, personally. It's a heavy hood, which means more friction than the lighter hoods on cars that use prop rods. Your best bet is to keep the hinges well lubricated.
Not to mention throwing your back out while struggling to lift that heavy hood
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