The pin location was supposed to be straight in but ive seen it both ways on original survivor cars. Meaning straight in and from the side. Also the holes to anchor the hood pin bezel to the hood. Have seen it both ways + and X Here are the hood pins from a 1200 mile AAR The pins get pushed in from the sides.

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