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Build Tips

Camaro Hood Latch #12

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Being that we extended the hood and overall length of front end we need to fabricate a hood latch. As seen Sam is using 3/16th wire to form the outer perimeter.

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Using chip board so he can cut out metal to smooth it.

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Laid out on some 18 gauge

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Metal is ready on one side.

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Welded up and ground

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Unique easy on the finger ground.

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Up in place works great.

Jeff Lilly Restorations

11125 FM 1560 N San Antonio, TX 78023

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The look, feel and sound, you've seen it finished in your minds eye a thousand times. The years go by, as time slips away with the old enemy "procrastination". If it is time to get it done, contact us today to get your machine rolling down the road in style. Please take the time to read the Cost / Faq section by clicking HERE This section will help inform you about the car building process to help you make your best decisions.

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