these days I feel more mechanically
reclined
I haven't pulled an automotive hood for several years but I was removing/replacing hoods quite a bit in my younger years swapping engines frequently
check your hinges for excessive wear and replace as necessary.. sloppy hinges can be difficult to align the hood..
this video should get you through the job, just have to look past the sales pitch for the $$$ bling..
alignment process works for stock hinges as well as long as they're not worn out too far..
and I would use long mask [painters tape] and china markers [slightly sharpened] around finished panels instead of sharpies or paint pens..
good luck!