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My hood won't close... suggestions please
Hi, the title says it all. I have a 76 911 that is backdated with a new fiberglass RS hood. Yesterday I opened the hood to put a bag in and everything seemed fine, then as I drop the hood down, it just wont close. The cable seems to be working and I'm running out of ideas.
help is much appreciated. sammy
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08-10-2009, 04:13 PM
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gap present ?
or does it go all the way down and not 'get held there' |
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"or does it go all the way down and not 'get held there' "
exactly...it fits fine and everything seems to be the same as it always was but now it just wont hold or have that final "click in"
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08-10-2009, 04:54 PM
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Is the lock stuck in the "open" position?
Have your tried lubrication with white grease? Good luck, Gerry
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No I havent tried lubrication, I will try that now. I am pretty sure the the lock isn't stuck in the open position. Do any of you think pictures could help dissect the problem?
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If the sliding mechanism is well lubricated, not stuck in the open position,
and the cable is working, that leaves only one option. Adjustment as per BLEW911. Good luck, Gerry
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08-10-2009, 06:17 PM
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+1 on the allen wrench adjustment of the part attached to the car. 2 gold nuts under the popoff covers. When I add and remove my bra, I adjust it looser or tighter.
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