Posted July 4, 20222 yr comment_642066 My carbonator linkage disconnected during a drive so I pulled the hood release lever to fix it only to have it pull out with a broken cable. I had it towed home and it's up on my lift. If I want to try and release the latch with a long screw driver, what does the latching mechanism's cable attachment point look like from underneath? Oh... BTW: Happy 4th of July Edited July 4, 20222 yr by Jeff Berk Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 4, 20222 yr comment_642068 Somebody’s got to have a pic… Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642068 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 5, 20222 yr Author comment_642070 I think I just found something in an old posting: https://forums.hybridz.org/topic/107117-howto-release-a-240z-hood-when-cable-broken/ Note that the link shows a slightly modified latch using a nut and bolt to attach the cable end. I just ordered a new cable (from Thailand) and am heading out tomorrow to get a long, narrow pry bar/screwdriver. Edited July 5, 20222 yr by Jeff Berk Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642070 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 6, 20222 yr Author comment_642089 So far, no luck with tripping the hood release, too much engine and transmission in the way. If I just undo the bolts on the front of the hood, wouldn't the latch at the rear of the hood keep me from removing it? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642089 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 6, 20222 yr comment_642090 Yes, your asking for trouble if you attempt that. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642090 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 6, 20222 yr Author comment_642091 Should I keep trying the pry bar then, or go with a can opener? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642091 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 6, 20222 yr comment_642094 Try reaching out to the Cleveland Z Club to see if there is anybody with S30 expertise who could help you. http://clevelandzclub.com/contact-us/ Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642094 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 6, 20222 yr comment_642095 Yep, the only way is to reach up from underneath to push the latch to the released position. It will be easiest from the passenger side, as the exhaust will be in the way on the driver's side. A long prying driver, like this should get you there. Edited July 6, 20222 yr by Racer X Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642095 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 6, 20222 yr Author comment_642104 GOT IT OPEN Thanks for the help and support. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 6, 20222 yr comment_642105 I think someone on this forum made an emergency pull for the hood latch that is still accessed from below but easier than using a pry bar. Here's one thread where @beandip and @Bonzi Lon describe their emergency release: In post #11 on this thread @mjr45 describes how he fashioned an emergency release. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/67613-need-help-with-broken-hood-latch-cable/#findComment-642105 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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