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    Posted: 03-October-2025 at 3:49AM
My hood release pulls really hard and I need to know if there is any adjustment that can be made to make it pull easier.  I'm afraid that the cable/handle will break and would like it to pull easier if possible.
Dave - 1973 GTS N code
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 check for any slightly bent spots and lube the moving parts including the metal square section of the handle when pulled outWink
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Thanks, John, I'll do that!
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