'51 crestline new to me

[farmertom]

Originally Posted by tubman

I received the lift and associated parts I ordered the other day and have been playing around with them. The variety of lift struts (lengths and capacity) available are amazing, so I am sure I can come up with something. The problem is mounting it. I'd like to use some existing holes and am now leaning towards mounting the lift strut between the frame and hood hinge. I am trying to avoid using any sheet metal parts for mounting. Once I ger the mounting figured out, getting the proper strut should be easy. I'll keep you informed.

sounds great,tubman will you be using a lift strut on each side? i know there is only one prop rod. wondering how it would work being lifted using one strut. let me /us know how it works out. pictures? Tom.