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hood prop rod help
I would like to know where I can find a polished stainless or chrome plated hood prop rod ? I have called several of the "cobra parts companies" but nobody seems to have much. I would like one that "locks in" in the open and closed positions. I have a B&B/California Concepts car which I bought used. If anyone out there can help I would sure appreciate it.
Barry**) |
Make one out of stainless. How do you want it to lock in?
I use a large and one small rubber O ring to hold the prop rod in place. They keep the wind from blowing the hood down. I saw one at the London Cobra show last June. It's a two dollar fix. I don't have a pic but will try to remember to take one tomorrow. Dwight |
If you can get a picture, that would be great. I would like it to lock in rather than depend on gravity. How did you hinge it in the engine compartment? Did you use a solid rod or tubing?
Barry |
two rubber O rings and one aluminum screw from a storm window.
Dwight http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...rop_rod_3_.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...rop_rod_2_.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...m/prop_rod.JPG |
Nice and simple, even I can do that. Thanks for the pictures, they sure make the fix clear. I've got a prop rod that came with my car from the previous owner but it looks like a kid made it. I think i'll start from scratch and use your connector.
Thanks again, Barry |
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Backdraft uses a stainless steel rod on their cars with a small plate on the hood which locks it in place when the hood is open. You might contact Reg Dodd at Backdraft. It won't be a two dollar fix, but it will look nice and they work.
Hank |
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