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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 09:24 PM
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Hood latch restoration

If anyone else has a 'sticky' hood latch, this process may fix it.
Spray and Soak in Zep 505 degreaser.
Rinse and dry.
Spray with white grease.

Works great now! No more doing the 'fonzi' on my hood! You will be amazed that the old grease is actually more sticky than lubricating.

This process also works on door latches to make you power locks work, search for my other thread on that one for details.
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 09:25 PM
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Car: 86 TA
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 700R4 - 2200 stall
Axle/Gears: 3.42 posi
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 09:25 PM
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Car: 86 TA
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 700R4 - 2200 stall
Axle/Gears: 3.42 posi
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 12:43 AM
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did the exact same thing! Works like a charm now! Can't wait to do the door latches
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