Hood hinges/springs question

442 · November 1st, 2009, 07:16 AM

Hi,
Does anyone know if the hood hinges and/or springs for 1970 OAI fiberglass hood are different than a standard metal hood? I suspect same hinges but maybe different springs but not sure.

Thanks,
Richard.

Jamesbo · November 1st, 2009, 07:22 AM

While we're on the subject. Any diff between 69 H/O and 69 442?

My442 · November 1st, 2009, 03:48 PM

No differences.

Same hinge and spring.

442 · November 1st, 2009, 07:06 PM

Thanks,

Richard.

4-ever-olds · November 2nd, 2009, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by My442

No differences.

Same hinge and spring.

Which ones are the same? The ones for the 69 H/O and 442 or the ones for the 70 w-25 and regular steel hoods? I thought there were different springs in the OAI hood hinges but I dunno for sure.

Wasted · November 2nd, 2009, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4-ever-olds

Which ones are the same? The ones for the 69 H/O and 442 or the ones for the 70 w-25 and regular steel hoods? I thought there were different springs in the OAI hood hinges but I dunno for sure.

I think that if you have a OAI hood with a steel frame then its the same springs. If you have a aftermarket hood that has a fiberglass frame then you need the lightweight springs.

junior supercar · November 2nd, 2009, 11:03 AM

for factory hoods:

70 OAI hood uses same hinges and springs as all the other 70s with non OAI hoods.

69 also used the same hinges and springs regardless of hood

aftermarket is a nuther animal, altogether

jims2000lt · November 6th, 2009, 06:39 AM

Finally got my new hood hinges (69 442) from The Generals Store in Lansing, IL. They are repreoductions and made overseas. The quality is spot on to my worn out originals. I picked them up on Tuesday and ordered them August 31.

Just thought I would share.

442much · November 6th, 2009, 07:14 PM

When I got my OAI hood I was told that I'd need springs for the fibreglass hood. I didn't change them but I am careful when closing it. I push the hood toward the windshield to "break" the hold. When I open it, it can get away from you if you're not careful. I think they make springs for the fibreglass hood. Whether you need them or not is your call. I wouldn't change out the hinges, no difference that I can see.

November 1st, 2009, 07:16 AM	#1 (permalink)
442 70' W-30 Convertible Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 47	Hood hinges/springs question Hi, Does anyone know if the hood hinges and/or springs for 1970 OAI fiberglass hood are different than a standard metal hood? I suspect same hinges but maybe different springs but not sure. Thanks, Richard.

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Jamesbo Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 2,862	While we're on the subject. Any diff between 69 H/O and 69 442? __________________ 69 H/O 69 442 convertible 69 Vista Cruiser 69 442 hardtop "Growing old is mandatory,Growing up is optional"

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junior supercar Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: suburbs of Chicago Posts: 56	for factory hoods: 70 OAI hood uses same hinges and springs as all the other 70s with non OAI hoods. 69 also used the same hinges and springs regardless of hood aftermarket is a nuther animal, altogether __________________ 1969 Cutlass S W-31 1970 F-85 - daily driver 1970 F-85 parts car - pieces for sale 1969 442 parts car - pieces for sale 1970 Pontiac Tempest GT-37 400ci 4bbl 4sp plus others Last edited by junior supercar; November 9th, 2009 at 02:23 PM..

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442much Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta Posts: 477	When I got my OAI hood I was told that I'd need springs for the fibreglass hood. I didn't change them but I am careful when closing it. I push the hood toward the windshield to "break" the hold. When I open it, it can get away from you if you're not careful. I think they make springs for the fibreglass hood. Whether you need them or not is your call. I wouldn't change out the hinges, no difference that I can see. __________________ Ken www.oldsnorthernlights.com 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL / 3.8 V6 1976 Oldsmobile 442 / 455 V8 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2057807 http://v8cars.hu/73-77cutlassregistr...=4664fd557339a "When you turn your car on, does it return the favour?"

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November 1st, 2009, 03:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
My442 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 204	No differences. Same hinge and spring.

November 1st, 2009, 07:06 PM	#4 (permalink)
442 70' W-30 Convertible Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 47	Thanks, Richard.

November 6th, 2009, 06:39 AM	#8 (permalink)
jims2000lt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 98	Finally got my new hood hinges (69 442) from The Generals Store in Lansing, IL. They are repreoductions and made overseas. The quality is spot on to my worn out originals. I picked them up on Tuesday and ordered them August 31. Just thought I would share.

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