Shimming hood
#1
Shimming hood
Is it acceptable to shim between the hinges and hood. Both rear corners are low in realation to the fenders. Installing the inner wheel wells changed the alignment. Thanks
#2
It is acceptable & more common than you might think. I have seen many hoods that have had a large short shim at the rear hinge bolt location. If it is vital that you have original parts I might be able to find one in a day or three.
#3
#4
The fitment of the rear of the hood is adjusted by loosening the bolts that hold the hinge to the fender and pivoting the hinge clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the rear of the hood.
#7
Yeah, if you don't realize they are there, they often jump out as soon as you loosen the rear hood bolts and wedge themselves between the inner fender and firewall. Do NOT ask me how I know this.
I'm guessing that's why the repro houses sell them.
I'm guessing that's why the repro houses sell them.
#10
#11
Opgi states
Quote "Necessary for hood alignment For all ’68-72 Olds Cutlass
Rear spacers fit between the rear of the hinge and the hood and are a must-have on all 1968-72 Cutlass vehicles. The spacer keeps the hinge in the correct location for the proper hood alignment. Spacers are approximately 1/4" thick steel and are sold as a pair."
Quote "Necessary for hood alignment For all ’68-72 Olds Cutlass
Rear spacers fit between the rear of the hinge and the hood and are a must-have on all 1968-72 Cutlass vehicles. The spacer keeps the hinge in the correct location for the proper hood alignment. Spacers are approximately 1/4" thick steel and are sold as a pair."
#12
Originally Posted by OPGI
Cutlass Headers, Olds 400-455, by Doug's Headers
NOTE1: These do not fit Cutlass Supreme.
#17
Idk I asked because I never paid attention and I have my hood lined up pretty good. Lining up panels on new cars is cake walk compared to old cars. The level of adjustment is beyond what modern cars have. I guess we have better tolerances in manufacturing nowadays.
#18
Idk I asked because I never paid attention and I have my hood lined up pretty good. Lining up panels on new cars is cake walk compared to old cars. The level of adjustment is beyond what modern cars have. I guess we have better tolerances in manufacturing nowadays.
#21
Well installed driver side spacer and tightened bolt no problem, pass side not so good, bolt is stripped. I assume from painter torquing the bolt without the spacer. Any thoughts on possible fixes without removing hood.
Last edited by woodie582; March 23rd, 2016 at 06:41 PM.
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