Just installed NRG hood struts yesterday, and was planning on taking out the hood support. Aside from noting that some plastic paneling will have to be removed to get at the nut holding it on, I haven't really assessed what's involved to do the job.

Any suggestions with this seemingly easy job?

 

Just leave it on That's what I did when I installed my NRGs

 

There is no nut to remove. The OEM hood support rod is held in place with the rubber grommet that is visible. A good steady pull will remove it. When and if you want to replace it, push the rubber grommet back into the existing hole. Shouldn't take more than 10 seconds!

 

Thanks.

I actually figured it out before this got posted, but good info none-the-less. Looks a little cleaner with the bar out of the way.

 

^ I agree, I removed mine as well.

 

They are pretty easy to take off, but anyone have tips to reinstall the hood prop? I replaced the radiator support and there must be some trick because I can't get it to seat the PROPer way