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CrazyCaker
March 26th, 2006, 09:51 PM
1) Start by removing the middle fender bolt. Becareful when removing this bolt. This bolt is to be replaced with one of the ball studs included with your kit.

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1106.JPG

2) Redrill the hole with a 1/4" drill bit.

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1108.JPG

After drilling it will look like this:

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1109.JPG

3) The redrilled hole is now to be tapped 5/16" (course thread). Make sure that you use oil on the tap (yes I realize we didn't use the proper oil for this how-to, but it was all we had at the time!).

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1111.JPG

Make sure you proceed slowly with the tapping. Only turn a 1/4 turn at a time and then back the tap off to cut the threads (you should feel the tap clicking as you back it off each time) this is very important!! If you do not back the tap off after each 1/4 turn you will risk breaking the tap!!

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1110.JPG

4) Now thread in one of the supplied ball studs. Use a 13mm deep socket to tighten it, but do not over tighten it.

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1112.JPG
https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1113.JPG
CrazyCaker
March 26th, 2006, 09:51 PM
5) Loosen (remove if you have to) the two bolts that hold the hood onto the hinge.

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1117.JPG
https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1119.JPG

6) Place the proper bracket for the side you are working on in place, and tighten the bolts back up to secure the bracket and hood.

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1121.JPG

7) Pull back the quick release socket on the bottom of one of the shocks provided and connect it to the ball stud on the fender.

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1125.JPG

8) Now connect the quick release socket on the other end to the ball stud on the bracket. You can twist the socket clockwise until it lines up correctly, this will also keep the socket on tight when you are aligning it with the ball stud.

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1124.JPG

9) Repeat these steps for the other side!

Finished Product...

https://xceleratedconcepts.sslpowered.com/images/hoodprop/IMG_1127.JPG
CrazyCaker
March 26th, 2006, 11:29 PM
Security Certificate bs should be fixed now. :mad:
dead_cactus
March 27th, 2006, 01:17 AM
Looks awesome, great work.
Scooter
March 27th, 2006, 07:49 AM
good stuff guys. Looks great. Can't wait to get mine on :D
red-i
March 28th, 2006, 03:54 PM
joe i got some more pics if needed.

there should be a word of caution here.

WHEN DRILLING THE 1/4'' HOLE.. DO NOT USE A VERY SMALL DRILL BIT TO MAKE A PILOT HOLE.. BECAUSE IT WILL BREAK AND YOU WILL BE DRILLING A DRILL BIT OUT FOR 4 HOURS.

haha that was crazy.. anyway those thangs look awesome installed!
CrazyCaker
March 28th, 2006, 08:53 PM
joe i got some more pics if needed.

there should be a word of caution here.

WHEN DRILLING THE 1/4'' HOLE.. DO NOT USE A VERY SMALL DRILL BIT TO MAKE A PILOT HOLE.. BECAUSE IT WILL BREAK AND YOU WILL BE DRILLING A DRILL BIT OUT FOR 4 HOURS.

haha that was crazy.. anyway those thangs look awesome installed!

lmao... MOST of the time the fender bolts come out without breaking the head off of the bolt! The one we had the problem with was already broken before hand.
macklum
April 3rd, 2006, 12:43 PM
I just recieved my kit this morning . After I picked up the tap , I had the kit on in 20 mins . This is one well designed kit , The how to is great and easy to follow . Thanks to Joe for getting this kit made .
CrazyCaker
April 3rd, 2006, 01:06 PM
I just recieved my kit this morning . After I picked up the tap , I had the kit on in 20 mins . This is one well designed kit , The how to is great and easy to follow . Thanks to Joe for getting this kit made .

Great to hear Macklum! Enjoy. :)
errnee
December 16th, 2006, 04:13 PM
Is there anymore of these kits avalible??
RoMeO_Mp5
December 16th, 2006, 04:17 PM
i think there's one for a stock hood that Junior is selling... check the For Sale section.

Other than that, they're all sold out.. :(
RoMeO_Mp5
December 16th, 2006, 04:18 PM
here's the link.

http://www.toprotege.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29251
errnee
December 16th, 2006, 04:20 PM
Cheers fella and thanks for the quick reply
forest88
December 16th, 2006, 08:16 PM
Damn you errnee.........wouldnt have minded a set myself!
macklum
April 24th, 2007, 03:40 AM
Jus for shits and giggles I took one of the 60 LB piston off the car (stock hood) , 1 piston is more than enough to lift the hood and hold it up . The hood does need some help to go up but I think that is better than the hood snapping up with 2 pistons
Mazda_rida
April 28th, 2007, 04:29 PM
Joe are there anymore of these?
Junior
April 28th, 2007, 05:34 PM
Joe are there anymore of these?

PM sent
amit_p5
September 27th, 2010, 11:37 AM
where can i find this kit to buy?
Kocakola
September 27th, 2010, 12:34 PM
where can i find this kit to buy?

Start up your flux capacitor, fly back to 2006-2007.

Otherwise you can no longer get an XC hood prop kit. However, I believe he sold the plans to someone on the US board if I'm not mistaken who produces similar kits (did I make this up?).
Junior
September 27th, 2010, 02:29 PM
Send me an offer. I may sell the set I have on my car. Since i'm not in show mode, I may be willing to part with them.

where can i find this kit to buy?