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Hey Tony......I have an 87 GT and need to remove my decklid, but both straps are broken. Is there any safe/easy way of getting the lid off so I can replace the straps? Also, where can I find replacement straps, and how easy are they to install on existing hinges. I know there is a huge rivet holding the factory ones on, but how do you replace the rivet for the new ones?
Thanks!
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Mark the lids location with respect to the hinge, remove the 2 bolts on each side (13 mm socket), disconnect wiring (there is a plug near the hinge on the passenger side). Lift the dick lid off the hinge - a helper works here, but it can be done by yourself.
Now to remove the hinge, you will need a helper so that you can remove the tension on the spring (many threads on here how to do this). You will also need a security torx head to remove the bolt that is holding the spring to the hinge. Mark the hinge location on the frame, remove the 2 nuts (13mm) and your done.
Rodney sells the kit to replace the straps (it comes with new rivets) - link in Tony's post. Drill the old rivets out, install the new straps and rivets and ping out the ends of the rivets with a hammer.
[This message has been edited by Mickey_Moose (edited 03-06-2009).]
