Hood latch lock?
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Hood latch lock?
does any know of a way to lock the hood latch on a 1970 F100?
Such as putting a release cable inside the cab like on newer vehicles.
I have thought of using hood pins pointed down with a lock that would be accessible through the grill.
Just looking for more ideas or a link if someone has done this or if you can buy a kit.
Such as putting a release cable inside the cab like on newer vehicles.
I have thought of using hood pins pointed down with a lock that would be accessible through the grill.
Just looking for more ideas or a link if someone has done this or if you can buy a kit.
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I researched this a few days ago for my Dent since it is getting EFI... and my Bump too eventually.
The Bumps' latch mechanism is similar to the Dentside so look for a setup from a 78-79 and retrofit it. The handle inside the cab (if I recall correctly) is keyed and someone mentioned to bring it to a locksmith to get a key made. The other alternative is to use an 80-96 Bronco setup which is just a pull handle.
I know of no available aftermarket kits.
The Bumps' latch mechanism is similar to the Dentside so look for a setup from a 78-79 and retrofit it. The handle inside the cab (if I recall correctly) is keyed and someone mentioned to bring it to a locksmith to get a key made. The other alternative is to use an 80-96 Bronco setup which is just a pull handle.
I know of no available aftermarket kits.
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Locking hood latch introduced in 1978 for F100/350's & Bronco's as an option. Also available at the parts counter as a kit (D8TZ-16700-A) which could be retrofitted to 1973/77 F100/350's.
Also available in 1978 for Econolines, the locking hood latch is the same, but the Econolines locking hood cable is a different length.
E7UZ-16700-A (replaced D8TZ-16700-B) .. Locking Hood Latch / Obsolete ~ 1978/79 F100/350 & Bronco; 1978/91 Econoline.
D5DZ-16914-A .. Locking Hood Latch Cable-Less Cylinder / Obsolete ~ 1975/76 Granada/Monarch; 1978/79 F100/350 & Bronco.
The problem with the 1978/79 F100/350/Bronco locking hood latch: The cable snaps, it's been obsolete for over 20 years, no one has any NOS
Also available in 1978 for Econolines, the locking hood latch is the same, but the Econolines locking hood cable is a different length.
E7UZ-16700-A (replaced D8TZ-16700-B) .. Locking Hood Latch / Obsolete ~ 1978/79 F100/350 & Bronco; 1978/91 Econoline.
D5DZ-16914-A .. Locking Hood Latch Cable-Less Cylinder / Obsolete ~ 1975/76 Granada/Monarch; 1978/79 F100/350 & Bronco.
The problem with the 1978/79 F100/350/Bronco locking hood latch: The cable snaps, it's been obsolete for over 20 years, no one has any NOS
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Not a problem. Go to a bicycle shop and spec some new wire rope.
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Also available at the parts counter as a kit (D8TZ-16700-A) which could be retrofitted to 1973/77 F100/350's.
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I use a chain looped through holes in underside of hood with a bolt then chain drops down in front of radiator support . i wrap it around the frame then through a factory hole in frame and padlock it back to chain . primative but works . and like $10 at lowes in materials
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I want a locking good to the (kids) in collage like to move spark plug wires around and steal parts
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I use a chain looped through holes in underside of hood with a bolt then chain drops down in front of radiator support . i wrap it around the frame then through a factory hole in frame and padlock it back to chain . primitive but works . and like $10 at lowes in materials
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I use a chain looped through holes in underside of hood with a bolt then chain drops down in front of radiator support . i wrap it around the frame then through a factory hole in frame and padlock it back to chain . primative but works . and like $10 at lowes in materials
instead of mounting to the support and going up through the hood, they would mount to the hood and go through the support.
then lock through the grill.
I wonder if I could modify a jeep cherokee (85-95) hood pins to work.
I was just looking for other options and a regular interior release cable would be ideal.
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I think the chain and lock scenario would be a PITA and look like crap.
It may be what I go with until I can get something else closer to what's in my head.
I just don't want to go out to my truck and find someone has stolen the battery or other parts leaving me stranded.
It may be what I go with until I can get something else closer to what's in my head.
I just don't want to go out to my truck and find someone has stolen the battery or other parts leaving me stranded.
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I think the chain and lock scenario would be a PITA and look like crap.
It may be what I go with until I can get something else closer to what's in my head.
I just don't want to go out to my truck and find someone has stolen the battery or other parts leaving me stranded.
It may be what I go with until I can get something else closer to what's in my head.
I just don't want to go out to my truck and find someone has stolen the battery or other parts leaving me stranded.
Worked for me on my 1965 F100. When I rebuilt the engine, installed NOS Cobra LeMans valve covers and a NOS Cobra LeMans oval air cleaner, plus a lotta other NOS parts I didn't peeps to steal.
1975/85: I worked in a certain section of LA LA Land in-famous for gangs, muggings, thefts, car jackings, shootings and other jazz. Had to park on the street blocks away from the dealership.
And I was 'packing heat' the entire time I worked there, cuz one never knew what might occur.
Today, the NOS valve covers and air cleaner would probably bring more dinero than the truck.
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hmm, that's interesting NumberDummy.
Mine doesn't have a safety catch position that I have noticed.
Just pull the lever and lift.
I will take a look in the morning to see if it's an adjustment issue or if I am missing something.
Think I will take a look in the parts catalog to compare as well.
I have always thought the hood sat a bit high so it may only be closing the to the safety catch.
Mine doesn't have a safety catch position that I have noticed.
Just pull the lever and lift.
I will take a look in the morning to see if it's an adjustment issue or if I am missing something.
Think I will take a look in the parts catalog to compare as well.
I have always thought the hood sat a bit high so it may only be closing the to the safety catch.
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