Auto body repair & detailing/Replacing my hood

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Expert: William Forster - 3/3/2009


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Im replacing my hood on my 98' Dodge ram 1500, I've got the idea how to line everything up but im having trouble lining up the front on the hood, it looks good aginst the windshield or cab area it's just the very front im have trouble with, do you have any tips?

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These things are mass produced- and it's a truck. It's lines aren't going to be the same as a BMW. Don't worry about the alignment of the hood to the cowl- get it to align to the fenders. Your only other option is to try to slide over the radiator support- a tall order on a Ram. BIll

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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.

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