Hood latch retrofit.

[1974ChevyC30]

Alright well I picked up a 1984 hood latch assembly from a junkyard for my 1974. I have the original grille and hood latch assembly however I have heard that the center support may need to be changed out to accommodate an internal latch. Being that it's my daily driver I'd like the extra security of an internal latching mechanism and was wondering if anyone here has done what I'm looking to do and any specifics that may help.

Thank you!