Hood Slam

[wildallways]

I got the Redline tuning hood struts. So glad I did. Super easy install but you do have to make a small cut on the right side for it to clear. But easily done with a dremel

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[Rob97RR]

We have a Quick Release function on our gas springs so you can still lay the hood back if you need more clearance.

EDIT: Please disregard, decided to send you a question via PM instead.

 

[Hearhear]

So what’s the worst that can happen to my 392 hood if I slammed it down too hard? Can it crack the frame over the radiator? Crack the radiator?

 

[Rob97RR]

So what’s the worst that can happen to my 392 hood if I slammed it down too hard? Can it crack the frame over the radiator? Crack the radiator?

As others have mentioned, you’re probably fine. That said, my best guess of the most likely thing that could be damaged by a hard slam is probably the heavy, air/water separating intake unit (not sure what that piece is technically called) attached to the center of the underside of the hood & hood scoop.

I would just look that piece over thoroughly to make sure it isn’t cracked, or hasn’t pulled away from the hood anywhere.

I would also add that if you had cracked your radiator, you’d probably already know via a leak or puddle underneath your Jeep.

If you’re still concerned after looking at it, you can always let your dealer’s service dept check it out to give you some piece of mind.

Just my thoughts,
-Rob

 

[alksion]

I got the Redline tuning hood struts. So glad I did. Super easy install but you do have to make a small cut on the right side for it to clear. But easily done with a dremel

I’m going to buy one so I’m guessing I got a buy a Dremel now too?

 

[Rob97RR]

I’m going to buy one so I’m guessing I got a buy a Dremel now too?

Yep! And grab yourself a little bottle of black touch up paint or sealant of some sort for the small edge of exposed metal on the bracket for a cleaner look, and to prevent any future corrosion.

(That was actually my question that I deleted and PM’d to the rep from Redline because I didn’t want to derail the thread any further.)

Oh, and J, TX_Ovrlnd is right, everyone should own a Dremel!

(I can’t give you too much grief though, as mine broke years ago and I’ve never replaced it, so I’ll have to pick one up too!)

-Rob

 

[alksion]

It does seem rather envious in tone, if they had to make the trip to the pumps and shell out for fuel it would quickly turn to pity lol.

Everyone should own a dremel!

Yep! And grab yourself a little bottle of black touch up paint or sealant of some sort for the small edge of exposed metal on the bracket for a cleaner look, and to prevent any future corrosion.

(That was actually my question that I deleted and PM’d to the rep from Redline because I didn’t want to derail the thread any further.)

Oh, and J, TX_Ovrlnd is right, everyone should own a Dremel!

(I can’t give you too much grief though, as mine broke years ago and I’ve never replaced it, so I’ll have to pick one up too!)

-Rob

I will definitely pick one up. I grew up in our house where my dad was a pastor. He was not handy at all. So pretty much everything that I’m doing now is just learning from others and getting better with working with my hands day by day

 

[alksion]

Chillax.

Thats cause he is envious lol.

It makes no sense. It’s all Jeeps. Shouldn’t there be a common bond? Hey your local right? We should go Wheeling!

 

[TX_Ovrlnd]

It makes no sense. It’s all Jeeps. Shouldn’t there be a common bond? Hey your local right? We should go Wheeling!

One would think that until you mention your rig has an angry grille, then all bets are off (mine will not lol).

 

[alksion]

One would think that until you mention your rig has an angry grille, then all bets are off (mine will not lol).

I despise angry grills only because I think they take away from the Jeeps classic look but it wouldn’t stop me from wheeling with the person, nor do I find myself bitching about it on multiple threads haha

In all fairness though me and my wife hate angry eye grills and shrug every time we see one.

 

[cbh]

@Hearhear

@Redline Tuning a Forum Sponsor has a hood lift system for the 392 and other JL's and the JT.

Well worth the $. Install is easy and geeeez, what a pleasure to have,,

https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/fo...able-specifically-for-the-wrangler-392.72500/

Absolutely a “Must Mod” for the Rubicon 392 owner! Before I installed the Redline Hood Struts, I was lifting the 26 lb. hood high above my head with one hand while reaching for the Prop Rod with the other hand -- it was a “stretch”. Just two hacksaw cuts and some filing with a half round file was all it took. Finish with some black touch up paint and you’re done.

 

[supermike]

my hood was bend brand new from factory. no worries, it's a jeep, UAW worker proudly put it together, hood is the least you need to worry about.

 

[Matanzas]

The hood opens?

 

[Viking Jeeper]

@Hearhear

@Redline Tuning a Forum Sponsor has a hood lift system for the 392 and other JL's and the JT.

Well worth the $. Install is easy and geeeez, what a pleasure to have,,

https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/fo...able-specifically-for-the-wrangler-392.72500/

Yeah but you have to disconnect the struts if you want to have real access to the engine and lay the hood on the windshield.

 

[Viking Jeeper]

I’m going to buy one so I’m guessing I got a buy a Dremel now too?

A jeep owner without a Dremel?

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