Topic: Lockable engine hood

[photojoe]

Is there a way to secure the hood so that it cannot be opened by anyone?

[Wallington]

Only by adding an aftermarket hood lock, early years had them as an accessory. The 2-stage latch pull makes them not suitable for a cabin pull cable, a factory error and bad design.
There was an interior mounted aftermarket style lock that simply pushed and pulled a pin that either lined up with a bracket or could be used to interrupt the stock latch pull.

[RENOVATIONS]

A member here posted a "how-to" on this topic (moving hood release to the interior of the car) several years ago.

I saved the pictures and text but unfortunately don't recall who it was.
I believe it was on a '78 model (using the hood release cable vs the handle-style release you'd use (your profile says you have a '76...?) but you're welcome to the info I have if you think it may lend you some ideas.
I can email it to you if you like.

[photojoe]

Those were the times when you didn't have to lock the fuel filler cap and bonnet, but now I don't feel comfortable knowing that everyone can open the hood. It must be possible to build something with a small padlock if necessary.
It would be great if you could send me the infos.
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Thank you

[RENOVATIONS]

Agreed...unfortunately those days are long gone I fear.
Email sent, Joe

[Wallington]

Or find a retro Cal Custom Hawk Interior Hood lock kit. They don't have to be installed as per design.

1111 by Aus78Formula, on Flickr

111 by Aus78Formula, on Flickr

11 by Aus78Formula, on Flickr

Cal Custom Hawk interior hood lock instructions by Aus78Formula, on Flickr