Locking hood??
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Locking hood??
Anyone ever set up their truck so no one can just walk by and pop the hood?? Saw this kit but not sure how well it'd work.
Lokar HR-1100U Lokar Hood Release Cable Kit
Lokar HR-1100U Lokar Hood Release Cable Kit
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I bought a "hood guard" on e-Bay for less than 5 bucks. It's a chain that attaches to the hood with a bolt and a lock/key mechanism that attaches to the core support. Works like a charm for me.
Hood Lock - Chain Type - GREAT GIFT!!!! Hood or Trunk : eBay Motors (item 200459735180 end time May-09-10 12:27:31 PDT)
Hood Lock - Chain Type - GREAT GIFT!!!! Hood or Trunk : eBay Motors (item 200459735180 end time May-09-10 12:27:31 PDT)
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From: tulsa
That happened to me in the 70's.A 66 two ton truck with four tons of hay on the back.Doin bout 40 mph and...wham!! Sure an eye opener.I'll look into that fix for the twins.
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Works for me. Purchased a small lock which comes has a molded plastic weather proof cover that remains attached to the lock. Remove cover and insert key.
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Ditto on what Garbz said. I have had mine to pop up but I was lucky, no damage. I drilled mine years ago and you can't get into the hood area without the padlock undone. I have thought about getting a chain and bolting it to the frame though so it would be easier to get at. Or I may just try a different lock.
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Yeah I plan on doing this this weekend...found a nice Master lock that should do the trick
Don't know why I never thought of this before!
Don't know why I never thought of this before!
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Can you post a pic of your mod?
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It's a quik fix solution and there are downsides to consider: Year, or type grille; can be difficult to reach, particularly with large hands. On the 65 grille I can reach thru the large upper grille opening with no problem but also don't have large hands. The upside is if the scum-bag burgler has large hands he/she may find it difficult stealing your prize possessions.
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Before drilling holes, etc., suggest checking it out first and see how difficult it may be, it's not locking that present a problem but have cursed on more than one occasion trying to open it. This thread has given me a moment to pause and now remember I have a lock with about a 3-4" long arm, have to check and see if any easier unlocking the hood. Hmmm 
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