Trunk hinge question

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  1. Datsunrides

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    On a 72’ 2 door, is the trunk hinge only supposed to have a single torsion bar from the right hinge?
     
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    Just one spring.

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    Thank you. As a ford newb, I am used to seeing a left and right side.
     
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    My Ford Falcon has 2 torsion springs. Whatever you do...IF you decide to remove the trunk lid, never ever push the trunk hinge back down. You do not want to go down that road getting the hinge back up.
     
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    If I recall correctly the Grabber spring is a little bit thicker than plain Maverick or Comet due to the spoiler
     
    yellow75, Jul 9, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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    Grabber spring on right.
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    Bet that's why the trunk falls on my head when opened. Didn't know they were different.
     
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