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Old 09-02-2011, 12:09 AM   #22
jimmydean
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Re: 66 Tandem Stepside

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Originally Posted by HotRodYJ View Post
Contemplating the hood mechanisim. Lost the hood springs due to tire clearance and these hoods are VERY heavy. Thinking seriously about using air cylinders for assist.
Nate's air assist hinges for the 67's are sweet, but he said the hood was too heavy on the 60-66. Maybe something like that with more throw?
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