you said it was a bit of a bear to lift the thing right have you thought about getting those hydrolic plunger things, such as those found in hatch backs and screen doors? I dont really know how it would look lol but if mounted right should greatly reduce the weight of that hood. It's just an idea. good luck with the project tho.
Reversed Hood Hinges
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you said it was a bit of a bear to lift the thing right have you thought about getting those hydrolic plunger things, such as those found in hatch backs and screen doors? I dont really know how it would look lol but if mounted right should greatly reduce the weight of that hood. It's just an idea. good luck with the project tho.