Re: C1?? (not C3) hood prop identification

[Gary P.]

Trying to identify what vintage of hood prop this is. We concluded in yesterdays postings that it didn't fit a C3 (as I first thought) Mike Ernst suggested that it is from a C1. Maybe some C1 guys can take a look at the photo and let me know what they think. Thanks for your help everybody! Gary

http://www.villagephotos.com/pubbrowse.asp?selected=826703

[John M.]

Re: C1?? (not C3) hood prop identification

That is in fact a C1 hood support and is an original and not a repro.

Regards, John McGraw

[Gary P.]

Re: C1?? (not C3) hood prop identification

John - do you know if this will fit all C1's (53-62) or are there differences between the years. Thanks

[John M.]

Re: C1?? (not C3) hood prop identification

Gary,
It would appear that this is a 58-62 support. The 53-57 support would have the fender side mount flange turned the opposite direction. The 58-62 mounting flanges both face the same direction. That being said, I believe that all the parts are the same and you can convert either to the other by flipping the bottom bracket. The correct rivet and spring are available.

Regards, John McGraw