In my stash of hoods, I found one with an intact spear. It is tweaked about 1" or so behind the middle stud. Well bent is a better description. Looks like the usual position where it hit the top of the roof edge or windshield frame. I know if I try and straighten it out using just compression it is just going to break or kink. Is this part chromed steel or pot metal (it does have rust on the inside making me think it's chromed steel)? If it's steel, is it worth making relief cuts and having it TIG welded into a straight position an having it re chromed? I know I can get the billet repop, I plan on doing that for a hood that's missing the spear. Should I just use the bent one as a wall hanger? I like the idea of keeping it on a driving truck but in the end is it financially worth the potential cost of re-chroming?
