Hood hinge issue. Help needed
We are assembling my sons 71 Dart Swinger. Have the hood fitting well and am finally happy with the gaps and overall fitment. However I noticed the driver side hinge is rubbing the fender when fully open. The passenger side gap is tight (1/8”) but clears. I really don’t want to move the fender out as it lines up nicely with the cowl and door. I looked at my brothers 74 dart and he has an 1” clearance. Is this supposed to be this tight? Any way to adjust or do I need to rebuild the hinges. They do not seem sloppy. I the pics show clearance but is only about 3/4 open. If I open fully it tightens up. Also note I have protective tape on the fender. Any help or advice would be appreciated
We are assembling my sons 71 Dart Swinger. Have the hood fitting well and am finally happy with the gaps and overall fitment. However I noticed the driver side hinge is rubbing the fender when fully open. The passenger side gap is tight (1/8”) but clears. I really don’t want to move the fender out as it lines up nicely with the cowl and door. I looked at my brothers 74 dart and he has an 1” clearance. Is this supposed to be this tight? Any way to adjust or do I need to rebuild the hinges. They do not seem sloppy. I the pics show clearance but is only about 3/4 open. If I open fully it tightens up. Also note I have protective tape on the fender. Any help or advice would be appreciated