After market ram air hood
#1
After market ram air hood
I've got a 70 convertible I'm considering putting a ram air on it. Is there any differences in the hoods the OPGI, The Parts Place or any other co. Thanks
#3
I bought mine from The Parts Place. It is a Glastek Hood. When my painter was prepping it it was sitting outside on a 95'degree day. Bubbles came up all over the hood where there were air pockets in the resin. Each one had to be ground out and refilled. Thankfully this happened before it was painted. Bottom line is I will have as much in this hood in prep work and paint as if I had bought the better quality hood from Thorton's.
#4
I don't think they are by any means all the same. The Parts Place has been selling some damaged hoods cheap on E-bay lately, I think the last one they sold around $650. That said, I do think you can buy a better hood if you're willing to spend more money. I wouldn't rule out finding one on this site either. I think if you post under parts wanted you will probably get a response or two, maybe an OEM. - Steven
#7
Not to be a debby downer, but i've seen it be really hard to get some paint shops to match the rest of the colour on your car.
If you do buy a hood, make sure you get a really reputable paint shop to do the work.
If you do buy a hood, make sure you get a really reputable paint shop to do the work.
#11
I bought mine from: Fiber Concepts 335 W Bristol Rd, Warminster, PA 18974
(215) 674-8990. I was very happy with my hood. Haven't had an issue with the paint... Very good guy!!
Here is the link for your model: http://fiberpartsconcepts.com/1285404.html
(215) 674-8990. I was very happy with my hood. Haven't had an issue with the paint... Very good guy!!
Here is the link for your model: http://fiberpartsconcepts.com/1285404.html
#12
I would suggest that you take a heat gun and warm the surface to look for air pockets before you take it to the shop. You don't want to get the surface too hot. The bubble will come up pretty quickly if there is an air pocket. Better to find them before paint.
#13
I bought mine from: Fiber Concepts 335 W Bristol Rd, Warminster, PA 18974
(215) 674-8990. I was very happy with my hood. Haven't had an issue with the paint... Very good guy!!
Here is the link for your model: http://fiberpartsconcepts.com/1285404.html
(215) 674-8990. I was very happy with my hood. Haven't had an issue with the paint... Very good guy!!
Here is the link for your model: http://fiberpartsconcepts.com/1285404.html
#15
Will do. Thanks Sampson.
#16
My hood bolted on perfect. The body shop didnt have to do any extra work to make it fit.. Fiber Concepts tested the hood on a cutlass at his shop before shipping it out to me.. I would buy from him again if I ever get a vert.
#18
I posted on this before and I'll mention it again. If you are planning on doing a mid to upper level resto that will last for a long time as well as upping the resale value of your vehicle, get an original OE or Thorton hood. Ultimately, it's worth it.
#20
I bought mine from: Fiber Concepts 335 W Bristol Rd, Warminster, PA 18974
(215) 674-8990. I was very happy with my hood. Haven't had an issue with the paint... Very good guy!!
Here is the link for your model: http://fiberpartsconcepts.com/1285404.html
(215) 674-8990. I was very happy with my hood. Haven't had an issue with the paint... Very good guy!!
Here is the link for your model: http://fiberpartsconcepts.com/1285404.html
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