Installation Time
(approx) 15 Minutes
Difficulty Level:
Simple installation for anyone.
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Hood Hardware Renewal. This Hood Hinge provides a passenger-side reproduction component for replacing worn, damaged, bent, or missing hood hardware while maintaining OE compatible and comparable characteristics. Its replacement-focused configuration supports restoration of proper hood support and movement, while the Matte Black Finish gives this mechanical component a clean and understated appearance. Supplied as a single component and serving as a direct replacement for Ecklers Legacy Number: 61-00049, this hood hinge provides application-specific compatibility with 1973-1980 Chevrolet Truck models.
Construction and Appearance. Durable automotive-grade metal forms the structural foundation of this hood hinge, providing sturdy construction suited to repeated opening, closing, and supporting loads during regular use. Carefully formed pivot areas, mounting points, and structural sections contribute to consistent movement and dependable overall component quality. A Matte Black Finish gives this hinge a clean and uniform appearance that complements its functional mechanical character and reproduction-focused construction. OE compatible and comparable characteristics further support consistent dimensions and appropriate replacement quality. Robust metal construction, precisely formed attachment areas, clean surfaces, durable pivot sections, and quality-focused manufacturing combine to provide a dependable reproduction component with a professional finished appearance suitable for restoration and continued service.
Installation. Replacing an existing hood hinge involves safely supporting the hood, removing the corresponding original hardware, and preparing appropriate mounting locations before positioning this replacement component. Direct replacement construction supports straightforward integration with existing attachment points while maintaining the intended relationship with surrounding hood hardware. Before final tightening, verify that this hinge is correctly positioned and that all fasteners, pivot points, and adjoining components are properly aligned and securely engaged. Following installation, carefully operate the hood through its normal travel range and confirm smooth movement, secure support, and consistent panel alignment before returning your vehicle to regular use.
Application. This Hood Hinge fits 1973-1980 Chevrolet Truck models. It enhances your vehicle by replacing worn, damaged, or missing passenger-side hood hardware with an OE compatible and comparable reproduction component that helps restore proper hood support and movement. Its Matte Black Finish and direct replacement configuration for Ecklers Legacy Number: 61-00049 further contribute to a practical and restoration-focused body hardware renewal.
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Installation Info
Installation Time
(approx) 15 Minutes
Difficulty Level:
Simple installation for anyone.
Installation Guides
No guide available for this part yet.
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