Product Condition Grades
Below is a general description of what the criteria is for our product condition grades. These are generalizations that are intended to give you an idea of the condition of the product at a quick glance. Because different parts degrade at different rates, there are variances in what the letters represent, please see the products description for details about the condition of any particular product.
A = Excellent / Above Average
B = Average / Some flaws / Good to Excellent Driver Quality
C = Obvious flaws / Poor to Average Driver Quality
D, E, F = Worse, Worser, Worsest
Improved reproduction left hand hood hinge for the Mercury Cougar and Ford Mustang. Very heavy duty compared to the originals, thicker metal and slightly wider hinge bars. These hinges weigh 4.35 lbs, originals weigh 3.2 lbs. Hood hinge rivets have the 'plus' markings like seen on the 1969-70 hinges. Save your hinge springs, these do not come with the new springs. It is easier to fit and adjust these hinges without the spring installed on them. We use an old section of seat belt for removing and installing hood hinge springs. Hood hinges also sold in pairs.
You can find the hood hinge apron nuts here.
Here is a helpful youtube video that will show you how to adjust your hood.
*NOTE* Since these are substantially heavier than originals most customers find they would rather buy a pair than have hinges that do not match aesthetically.
Anghel Restorations offers a very detailed breakdown of the differences in the Cougar and Mustang hood hinges.
