Hood: Description and Operation

Hood:

Hood is a front-opening type secured by a standard double-release latch. Hood release T-handle is located below and to left of steering column. When hood is opened, it pivots on two hinges and is held open by a hood prop. Two hinges are secured to body with two bolts and to hood with two bolts on each hinge. Hood can be aligned for~and-aft and side-to-side by loosening hood bolts and adjusting. Hood latch can be adjusted in both axis to match position of permanently attached striker.