1940 convertible hood hinge question

[karasmer]

Say I picked up a 40 convert. project car and was in the process of putting the hood on but noticed both rear brackets seem to be missing the short arms that attach to the hood, could it be possible these are not needed or what are the odds of finding these short pcs. of fla tbar or has anybody made them, hate to buy new hinges when that's all that's missing?

 

[deuce_roadster]

Maybe buy some used hinges that need rebuilding anyway and fix the pivots at the same time.

 

[Kube]

Maybe buy some used hinges that need rebuilding anyway and fix the pivots at the same time.

I could not agree more. Stay away from the reproductions if at all possible. They (repop's) require more work to make fit / operate correctly than rebuilding worn out original hinges.

 

[karasmer]

Well I mounted the hinges without the rear flabar pcs. and they seem to work but those two rear flatbar pieces would make all the difference, pretty sure I can make them, the offsets are easy to figure out but I need the center to center hole measurements, if anybody could provide the measurement I sure would appreciate it.

 

[39topless]

Well I mounted the hinges without the rear flabar pcs. and they seem to work but those two rear flatbar pieces would make all the difference, pretty sure I can make them, the offsets are easy to figure out but I need the center to center hole measurements, if anybody could provide the measurement I sure would appreciate it.

I get 3 1/8" on mine.

 

[karasmer]

Thanks much 39, I think I can figure the offsets by measuring the mounting locations on the firewall bracket and the hood mounting location then subtract and divide by two, will have to google some images to get the correct bend locations.

 

[39topless]

Thanks much 39, I think I can figure the offsets by measuring the mounting locations on the firewall bracket and the hood mounting location then subtract and divide by two, will have to google some images to get the correct bend locations.

I will take a few minutes and make some drawings for you. Probably get it done tonight. I'm a graphic designer type guy so don't expect "engineering" type drawings though. Maybe you can use them. Later

 

[karasmer]

Well now that would be awesome, Thanks much, I have tons of various flatbar for material.

 

[39topless]

I GAVE YOU THE INCORRECT MEASUREMENT FROM HOLE TO HOLE. It measures 3" not 3 1/8" as stated earlier. Hope you can use the attached drawing and photos. Just click on each photo to enlarge. I think the distance between holes is the really critical measurement. Use 1/8" stock at 7/8" width. Good luck.

 

[karasmer]

Wow nice job 39, much appreciated, I have a super duty brake that will bend them and an angle finder so it should be an easy task, Thanks again!