you won't damage your lock unless your a super retard. the trunk lid doesn't even come in contact with the lock while the lid is flopped. you just put some brackets where the lid is hinged and take out the bolts when you want to flip it.
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
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