I recently replaced the rusted out hood hinge supports (the ones that rivet to the inner fender well) on my 72.  Now trying to put the hood back on and having a difficult time aligning it in the opening.  (Already caused some major paint chips!)  Anybody have any hints for getting the hood to align so I have an even gap all around?  I tried elongating the hinge holes to allow some movement but still having issues.  Can anyone recommend a good body shop in Central NJ that specializes in Corvettes.  I'm in Hillsborough.  Thanks!

Hope this might help it will give the gap measurements and the placement of the rubber block these keep the hood level the length of the hood

I have a little problem with mine not being even all the way around. Our 72's did not come with the rubber alignment blocks. I have wondered if we might be able to install these to help with this problem. What I have done is use some strips of card board as spacers and leave the hinge bolts just a little loose. Close the hood with the card board along the sides and front. Then gently open it and tighten up the bolts. Must be a better way but thats all I could think of when I put mine back on.