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Putter · 01-20-2005, 11:40 AM

While standing and drooling over Craig's "GARAGE QUEEN" (which happend to have the grill removed), it hits me.....I think I can make this hood latch cable operated. If it can be done, that would offer a little more security for engine goodies. Hmmmmm. Luv2lxr8 and G-Man69 were both standing there when the idea took hold. Well, a quick trip to the junk yard and a couple hours of head-scratching, and this is the result.

Here is the hood latch removed from the truck:

01-20-2005, 11:40 AM	#1
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	In-Cab Hood Release While standing and drooling over Craig's "GARAGE QUEEN" (which happend to have the grill removed), it hits me.....I think I can make this hood latch cable operated. If it can be done, that would offer a little more security for engine goodies. Hmmmmm. Luv2lxr8 and G-Man69 were both standing there when the idea took hold. Well, a quick trip to the junk yard and a couple hours of head-scratching, and this is the result. Here is the hood latch removed from the truck: Attached Images __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**