Test fitting the hood. 1968 Mustang. Hood hinges are junk. Jade part 45

I wanted to see how well the new would fit, and adjust as necessary. I had a new set of Golden Legion hinges. Total junk.
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[@johnjude2685]

Yes you should have help , Maybe you have a sorry son like mine. Kidding he's a great guy but has a job and a family. You seem to know the task and setup to get it tuff man me now 69 and two hunnies. Thanks for the teaching Sir

[@FootageFactory]

This is a video I need to save, because I will need at some point!

[@ronbelldvm]

It is so frustrating when you have new parts in your stash, and find out they are worse that worthless, because you wasted your time trying to get them to work. The video wasn't a total bust, though, Barry, as you did show us how to install springs, and provided tips on adjusting the hood hinges, so it's all good.

[@djoham]

"Do not try this at home" - Well now you have my complete attention. By all means, please continue.... :)

[@rickdisabato5430]

Barry try this I do it all the time when I alone . Cut off the head of 2 bolts then slot the tops to fit a screwdriver on it. Make sure they are longer 2" . Then install them on the hood stager them then install your hood. Works for me! 👍 I have the same studs for the last 35 years !

[@rickdisabato5430]

Sorry I forgot to mention that I love the show!😷👍

[@zztopjhonsson2484]

Thank you Barry 😎👍

[@f4dphantomII]

I use an old v-belt to install the springs. Has a little bit better grip than a well-used, polished and oily wrench.

[@tomsellers7342]

That was a good video it's nice to see you get aggavated too things don't always go smooth that's for sure.

[@joeg3520]

Great video! I had a set of Golden Legion hinges that were too tight to move. Ordered a set of "premium" hinges and received the same ones with a different part number on the box. Ended up calling Dynacorn and got a set of hinges that work fantastic.

[@mando82jr]

I had trouble with some hood hinges I purchased from wccc but was my fault... Grabbed wrong bolts where washer was smooth. So once we would adjust it, it would move. Had to use the bolts with a little teeth on the washer... I use an old canvas belt to hook onto the spring, pull and set into hodd hinge... Was scared of palms sweating and letting go of huge wrench. Lol

[@davidmancuso2334]

Fifty year old cars are hard to find OEM parts for. Aftermarket is about all we have.

[@youmanskids]

I hope you're not surprised! always fun to watch and learn. I have '68 coupe. she's in good shape and fun to drive but new info and tips on these is always appreciated.

[@68mustangrestoration34]

My favorite part of your videos is the reality that sometimes things will go wrong. Some parts fit, some not so well and some not at all. As I watch you pave the way, usually more that once, you have saved me hours of wasted time or at least prepared me to expect a problem. When I used to hit a snag a part of me that thought I must be doing something wrong , but when I see you wrestle with similar issues I know we are all in this together. Keep blazing the trail Barry, we are right behind you .

[@andyjackson1971]

Thanks for all the great videos, they are very informative, actually my GO TO source as I start tearing down a 70 cougar with a LOT of front end rot. Each time it gets disheartening and frustrating, I see it can be done with enough focus and patience, and I'm motivated again. Most recently I saw old videos of 70 mustang cowl replacement, can't find more, but the Jade 68 is very similar for good reference. Keep up the awesome videos of your work.

[@andyjackson1971]

Ok I found 11 in the playlists for the 70😁

[@greifill]

You can say "a little bit" as much as you want. I'm happy with that.

[@macs65mustangrestoration]

That’s why we test fit. Thanks for showing the bad. It’s not always good. Part of the process.

[@10223220]

There is nothing like the OEM parts 👍 also I don't understand a small amount I only understand a little bit 👍

[@jerrysgaragethemoneypit2028]

I made a slide out extension for my engine lift. It allows me to work by myself.

[@jcook69camaro]

can't wait for the next video so you can show us A LITTLE BIT more about hinges.

[@z06doc86]

Barry spend the money on Ring Brothers billet hinges. Probably expensive, but this car is worth it. Quality workmanship.

[@dp7661]

That’s a little bit of frustration Barry! Good video anyway with good information. Sometimes knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing what to do. More power to you for calling out a poor product. A little bit....

[@jimfowler9143]

Really liked this vid. Looking forward to the new hinges to compare.

[@67Stang]

Seems like this stuff happens a good bit working on these old cars. Like the spring trick. Thanks for sharing.

[@rogerlabbee6625]

Barry, I use an old seat belt. Hook the seat on in the same manner. For a weak guy like me it easy to wrap the belt in my hand. Keep. Up the informative videos.

[@vandalsr1959]

Any video you make is a good one

[@thomasbraden2450]

Great job Barry. Something I do when installing new or stiff hinges is I take a 6 foot long (or about) 2x4 and drill holes in it for bolts and mount it to the hinge and kinda work the hinge up and down with the 2x4. Works very well and I haven't bent a hood yet.

[@AmaranteDetailing]

Excellent video Barry! In this exact moment I’m trying to align a 70 hood in my Mustang... this car have A LOT OF HISTORY bumping other fellow cars! Greetings from Uruguay my friend! 🤟

[@AmaranteDetailing]

About them hinges, there is a KZbin channel called west coast classic cougars and they have an improved version of the cougar/Mustang hinges... I didn’t try them but they made a video about them some time ago and it looked promising

[@jeeplifted1]

Thank you for these videos! Gotta 67 cougar that I’m going to be use these as a reference to fix it.

[@FE428Power]

Barry rocks! Many of his videos will work for the Cougar!

[@terrykeithley6183]

Barry a ( Little Bit ) of vid is better than none. Lol Terry

[@uuwalnut]

Reproduction parts are never the same as the original. Good luck Jo Daddy! I got the tee shirt I ordered today, the white Jo Daddy's Garage long sleeve tee shirt! Great Logo!

[@Wrenchen-with-Darren]

Too funny. I say " bit" and "little bit". But never " big bit" 🤔 I wonder what measurement is next? Great video, the reality of hot rods.

[@JoDaddysGarage]

A smidge.

[@theinfernalcraftsman]

NPDlink. The $50 a piece hinges not the $33 ones. The more expensive versions for 64-70 are thicker steel than the factory ones. I wasn't too worried on the 66 as it has a plastic hood which is much lighter than the factory one but it did require a little break in but nowhere near as tight as yours are.

[@bigmacsnoobselectronicsrep8032]

She’s really coming along now keep up the great work

[@harrynut3044]

You could try to rebuild the Originals.

[@johncottier6384]

Barry you will get it fixed that I am sure.probably time to take a seat pull out a cold one and put on some tunes

[@tannerrogers4953]

I have a similar problem with mine, they were both seized so I fixed them and now one side of the hood rests an inch above the fender, no fun.

[@Timbo428CJ]

So what's your fix for "a little bit" I find it hilarious you catch yourself on that 😊 When I put the hood on my 65 it was always high on both sides. Ended up putting the springs on and lifting the hood as far as possible and that allowed me to tilt and drop the mounting points a little bit 🤣 to get it to fit flush in the back to the cowl and fenders the was able to open the hood a little bit and loosen the 4 bolts on the hood mounts and move it side to side and back a smidge for a much better fit. Where's the vert hiding? Paint booth or did you send it back ?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

lol. I don't know yet. The pony is on the lift.

[@RustysMustangGarage]

Good video as always. What brand replacement hood is that? How does it fit? I might have to get a new one for my 65. There is rust in the inner structure... :(

[@JoDaddysGarage]

I'm not sure of the brand. I bought it from Mustangs Unlimited 6 or 7 years ago

[@estpst]

Mrs. Barry or the kids should be helping

[@infidel3162]

the billet ones are pricey.. they look good but do they work properly?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

They work great. But I can't justify the cost.

[@anthonyk1234]

Brand new junk 😂 it sucks that happened

[@jimrusher4896]

How did the Dynacorn hinges work out?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

They worked better than originals. Highly recommend.

[@bobshoemaker6513]

A person with a lot less patience would have ended up with a bent new hood and probably a torched up set of hinges.

[@Mr572u]

If the hood is low and the hinges are as high as they get, why not just shim between the hood and the hinge. Obviously the hood is made different from the original.

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Not designed to have shims. The hinges are garbage. New ones coming soon.

[@PedroBarbosa-qh6hy]

If you eventually can't use none of them, could you fabricate ones ?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

I doubt I would try that. Too complicted.

[@gordoncahoone1372]

Aftermarket parts are designed by aircraft designer engineers, they don't have to work on them!

[@deankay4434]

Wow. Those the worst old school hinges I have ever seen! Too tight and either the wrong rivet or the holes are too big, or both. With such a flat hood, it would just buckle & bent. Tech tip I use. To enlarge a hole use on the hinges or hood side of the hinge, I take a cordless 1/2” drill, chuck a large rat-tail file, insert into hole, but use a 6” pipe and a welding glove. The pipe can be copper, conduit, iron gas or water pipe. Rotate the drill motor clock-wise & counted clockwise to steer the file and create the slot you need. Don’t forget a little in and out action, just make sure your not going to hit something behind...you don’t want hit. Fast, clean and very controllable. Push on the pipe to hog out material just allowing the drill motor to float & move. Just saying, as we all run into this issue. Besides, that’s what flat washer are for, to cover the hole and spread the load. Tough to watch! But no one around?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

I'm usually by myself.

[@waynerude5415]

A little bit of junk. Sorry. Good video anyhow.

[@gregworkshop5713]

hi barry thay dont make thing to fit the rite .it is a paine