Finally got the hatch open. Had to disconnect the rods and move them manually and it came right open. Here are some pics of what I found:
This wiring..Maybe went to a car phone at one time? Not sure but it was run to the battery and the fuse box:
A bunch of yuck:
Thought this was kinda nice:
And next to the fire extinguisher, was this amazing piece. I'm not sure if its complete:
