Hey guys,
Does anyone have parts and numbers for the hood release linkage? What I actually need is the "nut" (i know it's not at all a nut) that holds the thin bar to the like 1" double flat piece that pivots when you pull the handle.

Every time I want to put the hood up, I have to wedge my hand in between the bumper and front valence and put the thin bar through its hole in the double flat piece in order to get the hood to pop.

Sorry for the horrible explanation; I know it's really bad and I can't even get my camera in there to take a good pic.

I'm guessing it's a $.50 part but I can't find it in any store and I don't know how to search for it online since I don't know what it's called (obviously)

appreciate the help
Jim

 

Nothing? Does anyone know what that part is even called? I clearly have no idea what I'm talking about.

thanks
Jim

 

There are two styles of hood release for 68. It sounds like you have the "T" handle type that might possibly be missing the "T" on the end. The other style is a paddle type. The two diagrams are on Section 11 page 109 and 110. Look at those and then you can probably describe what you're looking for a little better.


It's also possible that you have the "T" handle type release and the "Paddle" type core support without the hole for the "T" handle. The different release types had two different core supports


The assembly manual Section 11 is here:


http://wildaboutcarsonline.com/membe...ASM_SEC_11.pdf


You'll probably have to register at Wild About Cars but it free & there's tons of info there including the complete assembly manual


edit:


after re-reading your post it appears you are missing clip 5712678.


I have a complete assembly but not just the clip. You may be able to find something in McMaster Carr that would work.


Something like this maybe:

http://www.mcmaster.com/#retaining-clips/=q4izeq


I think similar clips are used on the Q-Jet carb linkages

 

I gather the same part is what he needs
I wonder if you can use a much more common carb linkage clip

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/x,ex...rttype,1000804

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=580387

Personally, I feel that the minor annoyance of putting the rod in the hole when you need to is a small price to pay for a bit of theft deterrance. Keep curious yutes out of the engine compartment. Hell, they are probably looking for the hood release inside the vehicle anyhow.

Watch epay for parts and buy the assembly?

 

It's actually the 7003137 clip I need, but you sir are a lifesaver. I wonder where I can find something like that.


Thanks so much for all the help

 

gmpartsdirect has them... $0.43 apiece..... thanks so much guys

 

Anyone know where I can buy these and not have them murder you on shipping? Sidenote: gmpartsdirect tried to charge me $1900 for shipping a 50cent part... not a joke

 

I am in desperate need of that release handle assembly you have. I am missing the pivot point for a car we are restoring. I don't care if it is either style because the rad support we have in it is capable of taking either. Please email me at kanterrestoration@gmail.com if it is still available and you want to sell it. Thanks. Kurt

 

Barrone821 - go to partsvoice.com and search the part. There are a bunch of dealers that have that clip - here is a copy-and-past of the search - I would suggest Craig Motors out of Napa CA or Friesens Chevy; White Racing Products gouges and Collectors Auto is obscenely overpriced - also the quantites are not necessarily correct (definitely not for Collectors Auto) but call around:
suppliers with 1 out of 1 parts1Dealer Contact Info Friesens Chevrolet, Inc.Close402-773-5538


Friesens Chevrolet, Inc.SUTTON, NE 6897920Email dealer Favorite this dealer525 miClose

Updated Jan 22, 2014Dealer Contact Info White Racing ProductsClose813-264-6368


White Racing ProductsTampa, FL 336262Email dealer Favorite this dealer1025 miClose

Updated Nov 12, 2013Dealer Contact Info Whisler Chevrolet CompanyClose307-362-5677


Whisler Chevrolet Company ROCK SPRINGS, WY 82901-560810Email dealer Favorite this dealer1078 miClose

Updated Jan 22, 2014Dealer Contact Info Dan'S Obsolete Gm Parts Close406-357-2615


Dan'S Obsolete Gm Parts Chinook, MT 595237Email dealer Favorite this dealer1118 miClose

Updated Nov 12, 2013Dealer Contact Info Collectors Auto Oroville Gm Close800-414-4462


Collectors Auto Oroville Gm OROVILLE, WA 9884422Email dealer Favorite this dealer1572 miClose

Updated Jan 21, 2014Dealer Contact Info Craig Motors -Napa Gm Close800-224-8111


Craig Motors -Napa Gm NAPA, CA 945592Email dealer Favorite this dealer1824 miClose

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