Hey, if I didn't mention it, use a gentle hand when closing that hood. If you manhandle it to slam it closed I've been told you can kink one at the hinges. I also recall (?) there are lighter springs for it that reduce that possibility. YMMV of course...
I removed the springs. I’m going to run a prop rod and add a rubber spacer/cushion on the pop up latch spring to keep it from punching through the aluminum.
