Broken hood cable on my 1962

[Chefbiz62]

I just bought a 1962 Convertible and when I got it home the hood cable is pulled out all the way and I can't get the hood open. How do I get the hood unlatched from both sides? I see the center latch and can get that with a screwdriver but can't get the latches popped. Will I have to remove sheet metal or grill or bumper? Anyone can offer any help? Thanks Paul

 

[Richs redbird]

Paul
centered behind the grill is lever attached to the rod that runs the rotating locks that hold down the hood. My 62 has a notch lever that a long handle screw driver will fit into and then push with a little down pressure on the hood. Good Luck
Richard

PS I JUST DID IT WITH A piece of metal tubing I had to push UP and back at the same time. pushing straight in did not work.