I don't think the spring has any relation to the physical location of the hood but could be wrong. I see numerous hoods with no springs. I'd look for a loose or stripped bolt/blind nut which would allow the hinge to move.
Dale _____ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2008 1:30 AM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] 72 elcamino this is a question from a friend of mine, he has a 72 elcamino and sometimes when he shuts his hood the hood will jump up onto the fender in the back corner and scratch his new paint job,, any ideas of why this happens?? i am thinking its the hood springs being weak?? thanks Harlan ************** Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr00050000000020)
