The way I see it you have a completely blank slate. Build exactly as you want it. Who gives one 🙊 what people think. If you like it? Do it 🍻

As for the hood pins. They always look good on any car factory. Can't think of one that they didn't. My brother's 69 440 bbl Roadrunner only had hood pins. Lift off hood.

Hood pins were everywhere back in the day for those that are too young. JC Whitney anyone? I never hated on them. Really is a strong commitment though. Drilling thru the hood. Drilling out the support etc.

 

Agreed