My take on the vented hood (Page 1/2)
Mxzx JUN 21, 10:36 PM
So here is where I am currently at on the vented hood idea. Thanks to olejoedad for the hood to cut up! Thoughts or opinions? I have test driven it and seems to lower the temps compared to the PISA ZR-2 vented hood that is currently on it.

[This message has been edited by Mxzx (edited 06-21-2023).]

Patrick JUN 21, 11:06 PM

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Originally posted by Mxzx:

Thoughts or opinions?



We had quite a discussion on hood vent placement in This thread .. but where you've located them is fine. It will absolutely be superior to no vents in regards to cooling.
Mxzx JUN 21, 11:22 PM
I actually have vents with the PISA hood, but it vents into the base of the windshield. There is a reason Chevy chose to make "Cowl Induction" instead of "Cowl Extraction", needless to say it doesnt work much better than a closed hood, and looks stupid as well! Can't wait to get rid of it once this gets painted.
olejoedad JUN 22, 12:16 AM
Very nice work, Mike!
Mxzx JUN 22, 08:01 AM
Thanks Joe!
Still fine tuning the bodywork before I get it painted. I didn't use any forms or anything so a lot of eying it up and sanding to make them symmetrical.
Wichita JUN 22, 08:26 AM
What is the paint color that matches the underside of the hood?
Mxzx JUN 23, 01:45 PM
No idea, the hood I got from Joe was already painted on by someone.

I used a Krylon Satin Black, which I didn't like so I scuffed it to where it is now. Prob go get a can of Matte Black and see how that does.

PhatMax JUN 23, 02:56 PM
The closest match I found in a rattle can is this. Matches really good and dries evenly..
Wichita JUN 23, 05:11 PM

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Originally posted by PhatMax:

The closest match I found in a rattle can is this. Matches really good and dries evenly..



Thank you for the suggestion.
Spadesluck JUN 24, 06:28 AM
Looks good, now make me one!