2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

Hey guys i just installed my 4" VFN hood and its almost right. the right side is a little to much to the left. Also the hood doesnt go all the way down, how could i adjust it to make it right? heres a couple pics btw....thanks

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

For some reason the latch isnt catching the hood so it wont close, anyone know how i could fix this?? help would be much appreciated!

waterbug1999

iTrader: (3)

The latch can be moved up and down to certain point. You try that?

I had to use some shims in a few spots to get it to line up right.. You might wanna see if that helps.

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

yea i tryed that but still not. you think putting a few washers in some places will make her line up good?

waterbug1999

iTrader: (3)

If its not too far off it will help...

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

i say that because my hood is just a tad too much to the left..... how do adjust it so it moves maybe like half an inch over? this is my first hood install, and its very stressful lol

waterbug1999

iTrader: (3)

I would loosen up everything and close the hood to see if you can move it into position the way you want it, so you need to find out why it wont latch.
If so, then you know its just a matter of getting everything tightend in the right spot.. I am not a paint/body expert but I know thats what I did when I put mine on, and it took several damn hours and some beer to finally get it looking decent.

vfntech

iTrader: (21)

I know it can be frustrating to install a hood - especially when it's your first time
But let me show these to our guy - he is excellent at troubleshooting these things...as he has installed them for customers in the past.
And I'm sure with some MINOR adjustments, this will sit correctly on the car for you.

I'll check with him in the morning.

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

that would be great! thanks alot. im guessing because its a little off to the left thats y its not closing

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

alright thanks for the help bro!

vfntech

iTrader: (21)

It looks like you need to adjust your latch.
There are 2 bolts that you will need to loosen on your latch and move it over...this should allow the hood to sit correctly into place.
There is a diagram on how to do this on the instructional sheet we sent along with the hood as well.
Please let me know if you need any additional help~
Thanks!

BlackScreaminMachine

iTrader: (17)

Un fortunately with aftermarket hoods they do need some adjusting and some have gone as far as redoing the bumper, fenders, and aftformentioned hood latch. As well as hood hinges.

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

thanks for the help! but how do you think i could move the hood a good half inch to the right? what would need to be adjusted? thanks

BlackScreaminMachine

iTrader: (17)

Try hood latch 1st, then the bump stops on the corners, I worry about the passanger side fender/hood gap near the windsheild.

vfntech

iTrader: (21)

There are 2 bolts on your latch that need to be loosened, from that point, you can adjust your latch and move it over.

When you are forcing a hood into a position it should not be in, there will be gaps because it is sitting over from where it should be.
This should take care of the problem...if not, then there may be some additional adjusting needed around the hinges.

But it usually does not come down to moving the bumpers or fenders in or around on our products.

You should have received an instructional sheet along with your hood. If not, let me know and I can send this over by fax or email to you.
It includes step by step what is needed to install the hood on the car.

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

the latch thats bolted into the body correct? so by loosening it, it could move forward/backwards? sorry for the ?'s but i really wanna get it right...

vfntech

iTrader: (21)

That is correct. Once you loosen them it will move the latch around.
There are diagrams in the instructional sheet.

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

Ok thanks for your help! imma give it a try now

2002 SS

iTrader: (8)

Well **** i give up... this hood is not cooperating with me at all even when i test fitted it without bolting it on, there were spacing so im guessing the fitment is a little off but im gonna take it to a local body shop and see what they can do. Thanks for all your help

brianswimmer23

well i hope you dont pay too much.