looking at the extended hood hinge kits for my 23 SL. They pretty much look the same, is one better than the other. I looked on Slingmods but it says out until Oct. Would like to get one sooner than that. Anyone that has one, give me your advise please.
Extended hood hinge kits
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If you want great service go with Dave at DDM works.
Good people
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The following is NOT an extension kit (the hood will not open any further than stock), however, it allows one to easily open the hood with just one hand. This averts the occasional re-engagement of rear locks when opening the hood. It also helps to avoid putting a lot of stress on the hood skin (there are a few who have suffered splits in their hood skins just above the hood handle from the heavy yanking to open the hood). Just push down the release lever and give the hood handle a light tug. I just went out and opened my hood after sitting for awhile -- easy peasey. This kit may work with extended hinge kits -- but you need to ask the manufacturer about compatibility.
Slingshot Hood Assist Kit - Slingshot Spot
I installed this kit a year or so ago. Great quality hardware.
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The following is NOT an extension kit (the hood will not open any further than stock), however, it allows one to easily open the hood with just one hand. This averts the occasional re-engagement of rear locks when opening the hood. It also helps to avoid putting a lot of stress on the hood skin (there are a few who have suffered splits in their hood skins just above the hood handle from the heavy yanking to open the hood). Just push down the release lever and give the hood handle a light tug. I just went out and opened my hood after sitting for awhile -- easy peasey. This kit may work with extended hinge kits -- but you need to ask the manufacturer about compatibility.
Slingshot Hood Assist Kit - Slingshot Spot
I installed this kit a year or so ago. Great quality hardware.
Now thats interesting, BUT, really expensive
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....... love my hood bracket kit from DDM , especially since I do all my own work....but be warned .....it will only open up the view and make you spend more lol
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I can second the DDM hood bracket kit. Wish I would've done it sooner as it would've made all the under hood work prior to the bracket kit much easier.
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I will 4th or 5th DDM, Support and quality are superb!
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The following is NOT an extension kit (the hood will not open any further than stock), however, it allows one to easily open the hood with just one hand. This averts the occasional re-engagement of rear locks when opening the hood. It also helps to avoid putting a lot of stress on the hood skin (there are a few who have suffered splits in their hood skins just above the hood handle from the heavy yanking to open the hood). Just push down the release lever and give the hood handle a light tug. I just went out and opened my hood after sitting for awhile -- easy peasey. This kit may work with extended hinge kits -- but you need to ask the manufacturer about compatibility.
Slingshot Hood Assist Kit - Slingshot Spot
I installed this kit a year or so ago. Great quality hardware.
I ordered this the other day. I'm excited to get it. I have a hard time getting my hood open by myself. I hope this takes care of my problem.
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dont have any extended hinge kit, but I do have the assist and I have to say I do love it, not something I "needed" but it does make things easier
