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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:49 PM
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Im done working on my C-5 and just bought a 1981. It needs paint when i get it home. I was wondering what is out there for hoods> you guys got any cool pics?
Its not gonna be easy keping up with this site now.
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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:59 PM
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The "Big Block" hood seems to be the most popular. Do a search of the forum. Here's one I found.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...highlight=hood
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 08:01 AM
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I got a Twin Turbo hood on mine:




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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by riarms
Well folks,
Im done working on my C-5 and just bought a 1981. It needs paint when i get it home. I was wondering what is out there for hoods> you guys got any cool pics?
Its not gonna be easy keping up with this site now.
Welcome to dual ownership, the best of both worlds!

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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 11:05 AM
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Congrats on the '81. Welcome to C3.
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 11:32 AM
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Congrats on the 81 And welcome to the world of C3's

Now stock up on Tums,Aspirin and Band Aids
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Douglas Mariani
Congrats on the 81 And welcome to the world of C3's

Now stock up on Tums,Aspirin and Band Aids
it cant be any worse than the C-5.
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by June Bug
I got a Twin Turbo hood on mine:




I like this one. I think i saw it in the Mid America book. i dont think it had the vents by the windshield. I also like the 427 hood. i would love to see it painted though
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Congrads on the C3 ! You'll meet a great group of people here in this section. Welcome
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Old Sep 17, 2008 | 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by in2fun
Congrads on the C3 ! You'll meet a great group of people here in this section. Welcome
Im sure most Corvette guys and girls are very nice and always willing to help
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Old Sep 17, 2008 | 05:00 PM
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good choice, love the 80-82 cars. good luck with it!
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Old Sep 18, 2008 | 09:49 AM
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Here is my hood.

P.S. you wont find it available from any vendor and it isn't nearly as tall as the black makes it look in this pic. It is only an 1 1/4' taller than stock. The next time I do one of these I will stop short of the end and make a z06 type opening in it.

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a better view of the height.

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