Replacement hood sources
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Heel & Toe
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Replacement hood sources
Ladies and gentlemen,
Since I have been recently displaying my relative ignorance about these Corvette-things, I thought I'd ask if anyone knows of a good source for a replacement for big brother's 80 model. After we get this monster-motor finished, the hood is going to lack about 2 to 3 inches of closing because of the new engine's manifold and carburetor. I saw one on a beautiful 'vette at a show in Stanwood, Washington, back in June but can't remember the manufacturer name. We don't want one with a huge rise in it.
As usual, thanx for any input.
COPCO
Since I have been recently displaying my relative ignorance about these Corvette-things, I thought I'd ask if anyone knows of a good source for a replacement for big brother's 80 model. After we get this monster-motor finished, the hood is going to lack about 2 to 3 inches of closing because of the new engine's manifold and carburetor. I saw one on a beautiful 'vette at a show in Stanwood, Washington, back in June but can't remember the manufacturer name. We don't want one with a huge rise in it.
As usual, thanx for any input.
COPCO
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From: Louisville Kentucky
Aci
Ladies and gentlemen,
Since I have been recently displaying my relative ignorance about these Corvette-things, I thought I'd ask if anyone knows of a good source for a replacement for big brother's 80 model. After we get this monster-motor finished, the hood is going to lack about 2 to 3 inches of closing because of the new engine's manifold and carburetor. I saw one on a beautiful 'vette at a show in Stanwood, Washington, back in June but can't remember the manufacturer name. We don't want one with a huge rise in it.
As usual, thanx for any input.
COPCO
Since I have been recently displaying my relative ignorance about these Corvette-things, I thought I'd ask if anyone knows of a good source for a replacement for big brother's 80 model. After we get this monster-motor finished, the hood is going to lack about 2 to 3 inches of closing because of the new engine's manifold and carburetor. I saw one on a beautiful 'vette at a show in Stanwood, Washington, back in June but can't remember the manufacturer name. We don't want one with a huge rise in it.
As usual, thanx for any input.
COPCO
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I 2nd ACI in Sylvania, Ohio. I have two 1970 Corvettes one coupe & one convertible. I have their front clip on both of my cars with their L-88 hoods, also the rear clip on my convertible is from them. I think the quality of their fiberglass is excellent. I wouldn't buy anyone elses fiberglass Vette parts myself.
Tim
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Possible slight variations from one manufacturer to another. I use American Custom Industries fiberglass parts also. There are many others also out there that may be a bit different. Check them out.
Helpful tip...when I install an aftermarket hood...depending on who I get it from...due to customers design choice....I personally can not stand the rough fiberglass underside of the hood when it is raised. The entire exterior of the car is slick and when you raise the hood...it looks cheap...due to the rough hand-laid fiberglass effect....so...I...sand and gelcoat the underside of the hood in black gelcoat and prep it so it is smooth and when the hood is opened...the smoothness of the exterior flows from the outside to the underside of the hood. The gelcoat also protects the underside of the hood from oil and what-not that can be easily cleaned with a towel when detailing is preformed. The rough fiberglass is a bit harder to keep looking nice. But like I said...that is what I do. the choice is yours.
"DUB"
Helpful tip...when I install an aftermarket hood...depending on who I get it from...due to customers design choice....I personally can not stand the rough fiberglass underside of the hood when it is raised. The entire exterior of the car is slick and when you raise the hood...it looks cheap...due to the rough hand-laid fiberglass effect....so...I...sand and gelcoat the underside of the hood in black gelcoat and prep it so it is smooth and when the hood is opened...the smoothness of the exterior flows from the outside to the underside of the hood. The gelcoat also protects the underside of the hood from oil and what-not that can be easily cleaned with a towel when detailing is preformed. The rough fiberglass is a bit harder to keep looking nice. But like I said...that is what I do. the choice is yours.
"DUB"
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Heel & Toe
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Dub, Flyinfree, Stingray 2 and Easy Mike,
As Sarah Palin said, "Well there you go again..." All of you folks make me think of the movid Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid: I don't remember which one kept saying it but the line is, "Who are those guys?" Same goes here on this forum. An absolute priceless source of information and thoughts abounds on this forum. As a matter of fact, the guy up in Washington told me the name of the company and I could only remember that it had three initials to the name and one of them was "I" and I'm certain you guys all nailed it.
As always, greatly appreciate your input. One of these days I'll figure out how to put a picture of big brother's hot-rod on the forum.
COPCO
As Sarah Palin said, "Well there you go again..." All of you folks make me think of the movid Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid: I don't remember which one kept saying it but the line is, "Who are those guys?" Same goes here on this forum. An absolute priceless source of information and thoughts abounds on this forum. As a matter of fact, the guy up in Washington told me the name of the company and I could only remember that it had three initials to the name and one of them was "I" and I'm certain you guys all nailed it.
As always, greatly appreciate your input. One of these days I'll figure out how to put a picture of big brother's hot-rod on the forum.
COPCO
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Check out our website www.acivette.com for our complete line of fiberglass. Here are a few examples...
Below is our "Z-Style High-Rise". It gives you about 1 3/4" additional clearance. It retails at $765.34. I can do $727.07 for you forum members!
Here is our "80-Style High-Rise". Unlike most of our hoods it is smooth on both sides. This hood gives you about 1 1/4" additional clearance. The price is the same as the Z-Style High-Rise.
Below is our "Vented High-Rise", which we also make without the vents. This will give you about 1 1/2" of additional clearance. This hood retails for $670.58, but will be $637.05 for forum members.
Let me know if there is anything I can do!
Craig
Below is our "Z-Style High-Rise". It gives you about 1 3/4" additional clearance. It retails at $765.34. I can do $727.07 for you forum members!
Here is our "80-Style High-Rise". Unlike most of our hoods it is smooth on both sides. This hood gives you about 1 1/4" additional clearance. The price is the same as the Z-Style High-Rise.
Below is our "Vented High-Rise", which we also make without the vents. This will give you about 1 1/2" of additional clearance. This hood retails for $670.58, but will be $637.05 for forum members.
Let me know if there is anything I can do!
Craig
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The only hood we offer that will give you over 2" is the L-88 Style Hood which gives you 2 1/4" of additional clearance. These hoods retail for $765.34, and are also $727.07 for forum members. 
Pro
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Craig, You have some Very Very Nice Fiberglass, In my opinion Your design's Up there with Larry Shinoda's creative design.
Copco, Your clearance measurements seem to indicate the High L88 Hood would work well and give you some room for possible future manifold changes. I put one on to eliminate any possible hassle installing a new 500HP engine build. Cowl induction is very functional Plus you get to look into the engine compartment and see your air cleaner assembly. It takes a little getting use to after looking at your Stock Hoods Lines and Curves.
Last edited by 69vettester; Sep 10, 2009 at 02:25 PM.
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Heel & Toe
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Wow -
Thank you guys for the responses on the hood for Big Brother's hot-rod. We really
do appreciate it. I'll get all of this info to him, as he is the keeper of the treasure chest
Thanks again.
COPCO
Thank you guys for the responses on the hood for Big Brother's hot-rod. We really
do appreciate it. I'll get all of this info to him, as he is the keeper of the treasure chest
Thanks again.
COPCO
