Re: BigKev's 1954 Packard Clipper Deluxe Sedan

Posted by HH56 On 2009/5/4 22:09:12

I don't remember if 51-4 hoods had center brace & weld or not but 56 Carib does--all the way from back to front. Do remember seeing several hoods of various years with cracks or metal fatigue at the leading edge of hinge because the hinge needed lube. It might be a valid concern. It looks to be a simple matter to have a brace bent up and spot welded in--really easy now since your hood is still unfinished. The blanket would cover things so would be unseen and stock looking.

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