Eddie Motorsports MS149-30 55-56 User Manual

EMS149-30 Hood hinge instructions 1955-56 GM

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Packing List: 19555-56 GM HINGES 2 - Hinge Assemblies (Right/Left) w/ SHOCKS 4- 5/16” X 1” hood bolts 4- 5/16 AN washers 4- 5/16” flat washers 4 - 3/8” X 11/4 ” hinge mounting bolts 4 - 3/8” AN washers 4 - 3/8” flat washers

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING HOOD HINGES

1. Remove hood

2. Remove the factory hinges from the fire wall

3. Test threads in firewall with new bolts.

Note: If existing boltholes have damaged threads or rust, you may have to re-tap or repair them. In some cases it may be possible to thru bolt with a nut and washer on the backside.

4. BEFORE installing the hinges on your vehicle, first install the stainless steel gas spring to each hinge.

Remove wire keeper from each socket end on shock and install shock on hinge. Do not replace wire

keepers at this time, you may need to remove shock to adjust hinges on some models. But don’t forget

to replace keepers when installation is complete. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU INSTALL THE GAS SPRING WITH THE SHAFT SIDE DOWN IN ORDER TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION AND PREVENT FAILURE.

Note: To protect your paint from nicks and scratches during the install, invest in a roll of Painters tape and apply to fenders, cowl, hood and front end. Position each hinge on the fire wall and attach using the supplied 4-3/8” x 1.1/4”, button head bolts, each with one AN washer and flat washer. *If your battery tray is in the stock location it may be

necessary to use extra 5/16 AN washers to shim the battery tray laterally for more clearance.*

5. Tighten bolts snug so they are securely attached.

6. Attach the hood to the hinges using the supplied 5/16” x 1” button head bolts, each one with an AN

washer and flat washer. Be sure to use anti-seize on all bolts before installing.

Note: Depending on your hood manufacturer, you may need a shorter bolt when

attaching the hinge to the hood. Check length before installing and tightening, making sure to look for dimpling on top side of hood. Do not tighten bolts yet you will have to

maneuver the hinges and hood in order to get a proper fit.

7. To avoid hitting your cowl when closing the hood for the first time, slide the hood as far forward as possible before closing. Close hood carefully making sure it does not hit the fenders or cowl.

8. Check the height and position and make any adjustments by repositioning the hinge slightly at the

hood or firewall locations. PLEASE NOTE: IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO “DRILL OUT” MOUNTING

HOLES TO ACHIEVE MORE ADJUSTMENT. DOING THIS WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES NOT TO MENTION BEING DANGEROUS.

9. Once hood position has been set, tighten all bolts, remove tape and go.

ASSEMBLY NOTES:

1. Although our hinges are marketed as an easy install, Eddie Motorsports recommends that you have these hood hinges installed by a professional to avoid the possibility of damaging your vehicle. Eddie Motorsports is not responsible for any damage incurred during or after installation of products.

1. Eddie Motorsports is not responsible for customer applications that are outside the normal and

intended use of our products including specific model and year applications.

2. Eddie Motorsports designs hood hinges off original OEM applications. Due to the vast array of

manufacturers for aftermarket parts, it is possible that you may have to open up your bolt holes in the sheet metal to accommodate the new hinge application.

3. A common problem occurs with hinge installation when the mounting surface on the inner fender is

bent or out of alignment (pulled out or pushed in at one or all mounting holes.) If this is the case, the mounting holes will not line up correctly with the hinge. To correct this, double check your firewall mounting positions by holding a straight edge against the mounting holes. If there is a gap between the straight edge and the sheet metal, the mounting surface is bent or out of alignment.

4. Some applications are not designed to work with your factory inner fenders. Please check to see if

your vehicle falls under this category before installing hinges. Eddie Motorsports is not responsible for damage to inner fenders on these applications.

5. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES DISASSEMBLE THESE HINGES. Doing so will void

your warranty. You may not return hinges that have been disassembled for any reason.

EDDIE MOTORSPORTS Hints for adjustments: 11479 Sixth Street, Rancho Cucamonga, Ca. 91730 Height = Firewall Adjustment 888-813-1293 ph 909-945-9293fax Front to Back = Hood Adjustment sales@eddiemotorsports.com Left to Right = Hood Adjustment