Replacing the hood damper question...
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Replacing the hood damper question...
I am replacing the hood damper on one side and I need it compress a little in order for it to fit. I have tried everything I can think of and I can't budge it...
Does anyone have a good tip or pointer I can try???
Does anyone have a good tip or pointer I can try???
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Re: Replacing the hood damper question...
Lower the hood until it slips on.
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Re: Replacing the hood damper question...
If I understand you correctly, the strut is too long. In that case just push the hood up a little using your shoulder and then attach the strut 
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Engine: LS1, 305 TPI, L98, NADA
Transmission: T56, 700r4's, and NADA
Axle/Gears: 3.89, 3.42, 3.23, NADA
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Car: 1991 Camaro Z28
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Re: Replacing the hood damper question...
After I cleared my brain of idiocy for a minute, that's exactly what I did. Thanks for the reply though!
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