alcarames

I'd like to purchase one of these kits, and so far there is the MRT, California Pony, Silverhorse Racing, and the last one I've seen is the Scott Drake. I'm looking for one that doesn't require drilling, I've seen one where the sound tube has to be moved a bit to accomodate the damper and bracket. There's also one I read folks complaining about the play in the bracket that sits in the fender.

Which one of these is the best? The Scott Drake looks like the bottom piece might not have as much play, but does it require drilling? Any input would be greatly appreciated.

ARBO

I swear by the MRT. I do have an 08 but, if it works the same, no drilling and opens more than most. Also, Silverhorse only sells great stuff.

dmhines

I ordered California Pony's from CJ pony parts last week when they were on sale for $60. Guess they sold a lot because they are on back order. .

My sound tube is coming off so don't care about that.

Big Papi's Pony

MRT.... no drilling move the sound tube bracket to underside of fender. Looks great.

Jcint

I got the Steeda hood struts ( with Steeda logo engraved) easy to install NO drilling and it comes with a kit for the 2011 to move the sound tube bracket.

stangfoeva

I came in this thread to say one thing......Prop rod FTW!



that is all...

Five Oh Brian

Drilling and rivetting is simple work and it looks factory when done! Redline Tuning makes awesome stainless steel hood lifts. I still can't warm up to the bulky brackets that the other "no-drill" kits use.

S197 GT

The Cal Pony hood struts DO NOT FIT THE 5.0 HOOD.

I can attest to his personally.

The don't line up with the underside of our hood.

There is a 90* corner that will dig into the underside of your hood with these.

I've already spoke with Cal Pony and sent them pics to confirm this.

As to if they continue to sell them marketed as a perfect fit for the '11, that's up to them.

I have the MRT Struts on my '05 and love them!

eliyarbrough

I'm going to buy these:
http://www.americanmuscle.com/sr-hoodstrut-0509.html

I have had just great luck through them.

chutoyy

I'm using the CDC ones on my 2010... No problem and no drilling; I did have to move the sound tube...

alcarames

It seems that most or all of these kits require moving the sound tube to the bottom of the fender. I forgot about CDC, can you guys post some pics of your hood struts. This thread could be useful for the folks who want one of these kits.

erickburke

I couldn't agree more! Redline's would be my only choice. If you want a hood lift than the Redlines will do that. From the looks of the video on their site, it seems that the others end up being more af a prop. Check it out, the vids are at the bottom of the page:
http://redlinetuning.com/QL-FORD-MUS-05-RD.html

mdun6

i have the Redlines. Drilling is no big deal as long as your careful and take your time. Install only took abou a half hour.

Stinger1982

I feel the CDC kit is the best kit

S197 GT

Isn't it the exact same strut kit as the MRT? Just labeled differently?

Stinger1982

EXTREMELY close.

the upper portion (part that bolts to the hood itself is slightly lower profile) I like both kits in black so it looks OEM and people dont know that you put a kit on the car so thats why I like the slighly smaller braket then the MRT.


I know I am splitting hairs here......


MRT:



CDC:

David Young

MRT, bolts on. No drilling .

Modshack

Yup...I like the MRT set-up. Simple install, smooth operation, reversible with no holes if you ever remove it..

alcarames

Mod-shack does the bottom bracket move around any? I remember reading some people had some play with the bottom bracket. I don't know whether it wasnt sitting flush or what.

Stinger1982

The CDC kit is a no drill setup as well