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I have the one Ecklers sells, added it for security many years ago. Works flawlessly and is easy to install. Recently when rebuilding the car I reinstalled it and was able to hide the cable even better.

I have had no problem with hood adjustment as a matter of fact it now works better than ever. No issues like the link acardon posted talked about above.
 
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A friend of mine had his 55 hood come open on the freeway. Broke the windshield, bent the hood, bent in the top of the roof. This was a very nice car, wasn't an old, sloppy hood latch. I have heard lots of stories about old hood latches coming open.

I don't use them for theft deterrent, I use them because I don't trust those 60 year old hood latches...:dong:
 
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I like the idea, but they will break your window to get to the hood release. a kill switch is a good idea for someone wanting the whole car. :tu............ someone has taken you battery Randy? :bath:
 
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Nope cause they would need to break into the trunk for my battery[emoji13]. I just don't want someone opening the hood. I have been to shows where strangers will open hoods and doors to "see" what's there.

I also have a cut of switch but never had a car stolen either, I just do it to be safe from idiots.

The real criminal will steal the car on a flatbed and not be concerned with your hood locks, cut off switch or alarm.


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I say nay. If the release cable breaks you can't get the hood open. If you are worried about its age or stability, get a new one or add a secondary catch like the internal release has.
Just my opinion. :anim_25: :flag6:
 
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I agree with Howard. If you are worried about a hood coming open on the road, just get a new hood latch.
If someone want to steal your car or any parts they will find a way to do it
That's why you have insurance.
Someone stole my spare tire from my Chevy truck in my driveway. I have a problem getting the spare tire out of it's recess under my bed. I have no idea how they got it out.
 
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As others have stated, any device that slows down a thief or a looker is better than nothing. An ignition kill switch, a car alarm and a chain with a lock on the hood is about all you can do. If a thief wants your car he'll get it.
 
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Deterrent

Thanks all for your responses.
With the exception of the most recent post Acardon linked, seems like those who have installed the interior hood release haven't had issues. I see it as one more tool in the arsenal to keep prying fingers away.
Regards, Doug
 
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Igot mine from 'OL55 The hamdle came off the rod some time later so I cross drilled it and gooped it with E6000. no problem's since. It uses a bear claw latch.

I've heard about guys using a pin in their stock latches for safety and to stop the casual looker who thinks he has the right to open the hood because he "knows" how.

Stan
 
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