Hood Opener
#1
10-22-08, 04:57 PM
Hood Opener
The spring on my 95 camry seems to be very weak that it will not hold up anymore when opening the hood. I have had to put a hammer to hold the hood up. This isnt really safe esp when sticking my head in the hood. Is there something I can buy that will hold up the hood better? I've seen those heavy metal poles in the hood on some cars. Any advise would be much appreciated!
#2
10-23-08, 04:57 AM
Group Moderator
There is a little tool that can be used, but you may have to hunt to find one. It's a little square or round block with a rounded notch in it and a thumbscrew that grips the rod. I've found vicegrips clamped on the rod work quite well. Here's what the tool looks like:
http://www.restockit.com/Universal-H...&?SSAID=118841
A replacement strut runs about $30, so you might consider a permanent fix.
http://www.restockit.com/Universal-H...&?SSAID=118841
A replacement strut runs about $30, so you might consider a permanent fix.
#4
10-23-08, 08:50 AM
Group Moderator
Don't recall if that is one strut or two. You may be able to find that tool locally; check parts stores. It slips over the shiny part of the strut and the thumbscrew tightens down against it to prevent the strut from compressing. Small pair of vice grips works just as well. The strut(s) are very easy to replace.
