hood removal

I rigged a ceiling mounted bicycle lift to raise the hood by a single person... If you can send me your e-mail and I'll send photos.....drewboggs@yahoo.com
 
I did what MCHinson and Bruce recommended. Knowing my coordination is not what it used to be I removed the front bumper first. 2 bolts and thats off. It all went smoothly.
 
Rainmaker Ron said:
My 3 door hood is very heavy so I slip the side hinge pins out and remove the hood sides first. The top is easy to handle without the sides. Rainmaker Ron
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I like that idea, w/my bad right shoulder I can't lift a lot w/my right arm.

BTW, anyone know the weight of a complete hood assembly?
 
Lifting it off is no where near half of the problem. Putting it back is way more difficult. I think you'd do well to stretch your mind and see if you can find someone to help. A friend, relative, club member, even the kid down the road.
 
The early Model T's had aluminum hoods which are really easy to lift off. The hood on the early Model T can be lifted off without removing any fasteners. Very handy for working on the engine.

Are aluminum hoods available for Model A's?
 
A couple of ropes over the garage rafters.Towels in between. Pull each side up slowly. That's how I got mine off 2 years ago.
 
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