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    9/12/2017 1:38 PM  #1

    KM
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    From: Lancaster Ohio
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    !971 trunk lid

    I know you can adjust the deck lid side to side, What about the height
    ? The back or top side sits a little high. Car is 71 Mustang fastback.

    If its worth doing do it right !
     

    9/12/2017 7:47 PM  #2

    jerseyjoe
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    Re: !971 trunk lid

    loosen the 4 bolts...but not too loose and play with it....a little tap here a little tap there, you'll get it...jj

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    9/13/2017 7:44 AM  #3

    KM
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    Re: !971 trunk lid

    This is a 71 fastback and look as though the arm assembly is held in with one bolt that's all I could find .

    If its worth doing do it right !
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    9/13/2017 9:27 AM  #4

    MS
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    From: Canyon Lake, Texas
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    Re: !971 trunk lid

    Decklid height is typically set by adjusting the hinge position where it bolts to the body of the car.  If you are using a Scott Drake gasket, they will make the decklid sit too high to the point where adjustment will not fix the issue.

    Money you enjoy wasting is NOT wasted money... unless your wife finds out.
     

    9/13/2017 5:55 PM  #5

    KM
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    Re: !971 trunk lid

    Thanks everyone for your replies. From what I have found out the arms of hinges are not adjustable not sure of how they are attached but there is only one bolt one each side , The lid is only slightly high . Side to side and back and forth can be adjusted. This project has been very educational . 

    If its worth doing do it right !
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