Got a 2004 peterbilt 379 exh, the hood was replaced prior to me buying it.. was just starting to notice that it has a considerable slope compared to slopes on other 379( i know they all have a slope ). Was looking at the front 4 bolts that have washers on them and notice that the front bolts have 4 washers and rubber bushings, while the rear ones only have one.. picture is attached, let me know if this not adjusted properly, and how to make it right.
Peterbilt 379 hood
Discussion in 'Peterbilt Forum' started by nerv, Jul 26, 2024.
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I noticed my 389 had a larger gap than usual so I started digging around for the reason. I found that the hood rest bumper on one side wasn’t fitting properly and eventually fell off. I replaced them and have had no issues since. The gap between the hood and panel over the firewall was large enough for rain to get down in the engine compartment. Now it is a normal gap. I found the parts on Amazon drastically less than at the Pete dealership for the same plastic part.
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Before and after photos and the gap should affect your hood slope.
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Many car carriers were the 388 which had a sloped hood and was made until 2015. Mine which was also built in 2015 is the 389 with the slightly longer hood compared to the 388. The blue and white rig looks like a 388, but the hood slope is what I am referring to.Last edited: Jul 27, 2024
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This a factory 379 short hood that I drove a while ago. There was no gap between the fender and the cab down at the bottom
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