FJ40 hood prop rod holder (1 Viewer)

[WarDamnEagle]

This part of the hood is missing on the 1983 FJ45 Troopy that I recently acquired. Came up short searching for the information so I have two questions:

How is this part attached to the hood? It doesn’t look welded but maybe it is? Spot welds maybe?
Did the design vary over the years or will a mid 70’s (shown) be the same as an 80 to 84?

Appreciate any insight anyone has. Thanks

 

[3_puppies]

my 79 and 80 both have that bracket, never really looked at it to see how it is attached.
I can look tonight.

 

[WarDamnEagle]

my 79 and 80 both have that bracket, never really looked at it to see how it is attached.
I can look tonight.

That would be very helpful. Thanks.

 

[John in Utah]

Looks like a spot weld to me. The paint worn off is from the little rubber hood rest on the fender.

Seems like the design stays the same (this is on an 83)

 

[gmac]

Just looked at mine, 1982 FJ45 Troopy (RHD). Appears to have a re-enforcing plate on the hood and to be spot welded. Hope this helps.

 

[WarDamnEagle]

Perfect. Just the information I was looking for.

 

[3_puppies]

That would be very helpful. Thanks.

it is 2 pieces, the longer piece, maybe 7-8"
and the piece that holds the rod
they feel like it is spot welded together and to the hood

 

[WarDamnEagle]

it is 2 pieces, the longer piece, maybe 7-8"
and the piece that holds the rod
they feel like it is spot welded together and to the hood

Good to know. Thanks!