It is a known chassis twist problem causing the hood to pop open.
Welderdog, thank you for your service!
My dealer is 4 hours away, in NC:-( Two years ago I managed to destroy my universal and drive shaft...dealer was kind enough to send me the part and I installed. Was easier/cheaper than dragging the tractor down to them. Maybe your dealer could send you the part?
It is a known chassis twist problem causing the hood to pop open.
i've got mine to 5 years,but it's like having a sick child.LOL
I have the cure for the chassis twist problem. Sub frame connectors.
Look in local stores for the rubber latches with no luck, found a pair of rubber latches for marine applications similar to yours in the internet and bought them,I installed them this afternoon they look (much better than the bungee cords)and work great.