| planojc | -- 08-01-2010 @ 5:52 AM |
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Is there any way to fix the spring tention on the trunk lid so that it will stay up? I see that new repops are available, but would like to repair the old ones if possible. Thanks
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| TomO | -- 08-01-2010 @ 8:17 AM |
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The reason that the arms do not hold up the lid is that the pivot point is worn. You can weld up the hole and drill a new hole in the same spot. This has been done with limited success before the repop from Drake became available for the coupe. The sedan uses a different system and I don't know how to repair them. Tom
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| 40 Coupe | -- 08-01-2010 @ 9:43 AM |
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there are a lot of ways to fix things but will they be as effective as just buying the new??? I had NOS on my 40 coupe that would not hold up the deck lid, solved the problem by replacing with the new style from BD.
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| supereal | -- 08-01-2010 @ 9:56 AM |
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Usually, the coiled springs become weak over time and, as many of us know, can let loose without warning and put a knot on your head when the lid drops. C&G has a list of replacements on page 303 of their online catalog at www.cgfordparts.com I have a set on my '47, and they are a BIG improvement
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