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Mar 15, 2018 | 07:00 PM

SmackDaddy

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Hood Latch Release

I was test running after some mods and went to open the hood and the cable broke under the hood. How do I release the latch ftom the outside? I have been searching for answers since 2pm and nothing helpful. I have tried long acrewdrivers etc and nothing release it so I can get her open! I already ordered a new cable assembly.

Mar 15, 2018 | 07:32 PM

01__Excursion

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According to Jimmy Jammer, they have it figured out with a screwdriver, and just 5 min. I guess you need to target the lower latch body with the screw driver.

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Mar 15, 2018 | 07:46 PM

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I got it, I couldn’t see the forest for the trees! I just unbolted it with a long swivel extension and 8mm socket.
Thanks guys, maybe someone can learn from this through a search.

Mar 15, 2018 | 07:49 PM

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Looks like any crook with a long extension can zip their Jimmy Jammer off since the bolt heads are still exposed.

Mar 15, 2018 | 08:02 PM

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Looks like any crook with a long extension can zip their Jimmy Jammer off since the bolt heads are still exposed.

I guess if their product really worked, you'd still be looking for a way in.

Mar 15, 2018 | 08:07 PM

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I guess if their product really worked, you'd still be looking for a way in.

I’ve seen “Jimmy Jammers” in people’s signatures for years and never really knew what they were and never thought to look them up. I figured it was a plate that covered the door lock mechanisms so people couldn’t break in and drive off with your truck.

Mar 15, 2018 | 08:15 PM

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That's exactly what they are. I'm not familiar with the hood latch ones.

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Mar 16, 2018 | 05:13 AM

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After experiencing a recent issue with someone trying to pry into my drivers door lock, I added the plates to the back of all 4 door handles, although it won't completely stop a break-in through the handle, it is obvious that it really helps to block access to the linkage at least.