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Any great tips for doing the hood swap?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by m4dm4x, Oct 1, 2017.

  1. Oct 1, 2017 at 5:02 PM
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    m4dm4x

    m4dm4x [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Want to hear some good tips for swapping hoods, also how long does it take?
    Thanks
     
  2. Oct 1, 2017 at 7:03 PM
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    crashnburn80

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    Use at least 2 people.
    Unplug the washer fluid line in a single spot before it splits at the passenger side hinge.
    After attaching the new hood, close it very slowly to check alignment so it doesn’t hit a fender.
    Have somewhere to set the first removed hood since you won’t be able to put it on the 2nd truck yet.
    Takes about 15 min.
     
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    Muddinfun

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