Hood Latches - Which one is the best?
#23
Super Moderator
This is what I did. Solves the problem with flutter and gives security that works with the ignition key. $60 on Amazon. Easy install. Go to harbor freight for the rivet gun if you don't have it.
#25
JK Super Freak
I use zip ties only had to replace them once so far and it's been almost 2 years. I forgot the name but on my 07 there was a guy on the forum selling small square tubing and a zip tie to hold in place where the hood latch rested closed taking up the open space. (Jeep swag ) I believe it was. Acted like a double latch like a regular hood release. This also eliminated hood flutter ( and gave shop techs a head scratcher trying to get it open).
Last edited by Sporticon; 07-25-2016 at 02:22 PM.
#26
JK Super Freak
FYI the hood flutters not because of the latches, but because most people remove any form of air dam from below the jeep. This changes the aerodynamics and causes air to rush upward into the engine bay from below the jeep. This negatively impacts engine cooling efficiency, fuel economy, and causes hood flutter.
More aftermarket bumpers need to address this will an appropriate air dam replacement.
More aftermarket bumpers need to address this will an appropriate air dam replacement.
#29
JK Enthusiast
Hood flutter gives you something to talk about when you have a new person in the Jeep.
Is it that big of an issue? I figure the under latch would hold. Has anyone had the hood open at highway speeds?
I haven't thought of spending money on latches if it is not a major issue.
AMen
Is it that big of an issue? I figure the under latch would hold. Has anyone had the hood open at highway speeds?
I haven't thought of spending money on latches if it is not a major issue.
AMen
#30
If it is about eliminating the hood flutter, I removed the hood spring by the latch, and to my surprise, 0 hood flutter anymore. I have 3500 miles on 2 24hr straight drives to NY and back to prove it