50Dodge Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 When closing my hood (50 Coronet) I have to give it a few hard slams to get the latch to close. I can not see anywhere where the hood is hitting, but hard to latch. Are there any latch adjustments? Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 the post depth is adjustable..... Quote
BobT-47P15 Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 (edited) And I have seen a couple washers inserted on each bolt to raise the latch plate. However I think Tim's way is correct. Edited June 22, 2019 by BobT-47P15 Quote
50Dodge Posted June 23, 2019 Author Report Posted June 23, 2019 Thanks both for the responses. The post seems very tight, I will need to get some penetrating oil on it. Thanks again. Quote
9 foot box Posted June 24, 2019 Report Posted June 24, 2019 It's tight because there is a lock nut on it. Loosen the lock nut and unscrew the pin a turn or more, tighten lock nut, and check latching. Check that your latch return spring isn't broken. If you run out of threads to lock the pin, take the end lock nut off, unscrew the pin and spring, put nut on pin 1/2-3/4", screw pin back in and lock the nut over the top of the spring. I own examples of both ways. Once you get it latching properly with maybe an 1/8" of free play, you will never have to slam it again. Two hands gently closing the hood into position and clicking into the latch. A bit of spray white grease keeps things working smoother. Quote
RobertKB Posted June 24, 2019 Report Posted June 24, 2019 On 6/22/2019 at 7:48 AM, Plymouthy Adams said: the post depth is adjustable..... This is the most likely cause. Easy to adjust. Quote
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