Confused about OEM hood scoop...
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Confused about OEM hood scoop...
Why is this piece of plastic so expensive? Does anyone have one they want to sell me? Anyone want to trade hoods in so cal? Can someone *KC, hint, hint* give me a better price?
http://www.carmosaic.com/ford-mustan...roducts_id=268
http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/mus...ood-scoop.html
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=2
http://www.carmosaic.com/ford-mustan...roducts_id=268
http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/mus...ood-scoop.html
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=2
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Why is this piece of plastic so expensive? Does anyone have one they want to sell me? Anyone want to trade hoods in so cal? Can someone *KC, hint, hint* give me a better price?
http://www.carmosaic.com/ford-mustan...roducts_id=268
http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/mus...ood-scoop.html
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=2
http://www.carmosaic.com/ford-mustan...roducts_id=268
http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/mus...ood-scoop.html
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=2
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Why is this piece of plastic so expensive? Does anyone have one they want to sell me? Anyone want to trade hoods in so cal? Can someone *KC, hint, hint* give me a better price?
http://www.carmosaic.com/ford-mustan...roducts_id=268
http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/mus...ood-scoop.html
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=2
http://www.carmosaic.com/ford-mustan...roducts_id=268
http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/mus...ood-scoop.html
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=2
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Im not a big fan of non functional hood scoops. I felt like it sorta hindered the vision from the drivers seat some. I'll put the CDC concept hood on mine, cuz it looks awesome, and I beieve it's functional.
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Hey n00bstang,
I have a Ford OEM scoop that I had taken off of my car three months ago....it's in perfect condition, though it's painted satin silver. If you're interested I'll sell it for $75.00 plus whatever it costs to ship it to ya. It has the hardware attached, however I don't have a template for it since it came as an upgrade package when I bought my car in June. Sold 11/13/07
I ended up replacing it with the one you have in the 2nd link that you had posted (because I liked the look of that one better).
I have a Ford OEM scoop that I had taken off of my car three months ago....it's in perfect condition, though it's painted satin silver. If you're interested I'll sell it for $75.00 plus whatever it costs to ship it to ya. It has the hardware attached, however I don't have a template for it since it came as an upgrade package when I bought my car in June. Sold 11/13/07
I ended up replacing it with the one you have in the 2nd link that you had posted (because I liked the look of that one better).
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Hey n00bstang,
I have a Ford OEM scoop that I had taken off of my car three months ago....it's in perfect condition, though it's painted satin silver. If you're interested I'll sell it for $75.00 plus whatever it costs to ship it to ya. It has the hardware attached, however I don't have a template for it since it came as an upgrade package when I bought my car in June.
I ended up replacing it with the one you have in the 2nd link that you had posted (because I liked the look of that one better). PM me if interested.
I have a Ford OEM scoop that I had taken off of my car three months ago....it's in perfect condition, though it's painted satin silver. If you're interested I'll sell it for $75.00 plus whatever it costs to ship it to ya. It has the hardware attached, however I don't have a template for it since it came as an upgrade package when I bought my car in June.
I ended up replacing it with the one you have in the 2nd link that you had posted (because I liked the look of that one better). PM me if interested.
I was looking at the SLP scoop and I see it's stick-on as opposed to bolt-on. How long have you had it on and how is it holding up?
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The SLP scoop has been holding up fine. It's primarily taped down, but there are two studs at the front points that secure it to the hood as well. If you're looking for a hood scoop that you won't have to drill into the hood with, this is not the one. Like I said, because of the studs, you have to drill two holes for it to be secured. The directions for mounting did mention that the studs could be cut off for a "tape only" installation, however for the 2005+ Mustang they recommended that it be secured with the studs and nuts. My hood already had holes in it from the OEM scoop, so two more had to be drilled for this scoop too .
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While I would much prefer to have a functional hood scoop, a la CDC, I don't have the guts or the mechanical inclinations (read, tools) to cut a hole in my hood and chop up the intake system, thus causing a plethora of warranty problems for the 3/36K period of my warranty.
In the meantime, for a meager option price, I think it was around $200-$250, the fake hood adds a helluva lot of muscle to the front end, especially with the GT/CS fascia, IMHO...
I am digging it and think it solves the aesthetic problem created by the 05-06 base hood, which has all the character of a garage door.
In the meantime, for a meager option price, I think it was around $200-$250, the fake hood adds a helluva lot of muscle to the front end, especially with the GT/CS fascia, IMHO...
I am digging it and think it solves the aesthetic problem created by the 05-06 base hood, which has all the character of a garage door.
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I bought a hood scoop off e-bay that was suppose to be painted and ready to install but when I got it, it had been painted with spray can's. The scoop is in perfect condition, other that the screwed up paint. I think all it would need is to be sanded and painted to match your car. I would be willing to sell it for $50.00 plus shipping if anyone is interested. It is made by Xenon.
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The SLP scoop has been holding up fine. It's primarily taped down, but there are two studs at the front points that secure it to the hood as well. If you're looking for a hood scoop that you won't have to drill into the hood with, this is not the one. Like I said, because of the studs, you have to drill two holes for it to be secured. The directions for mounting did mention that the studs could be cut off for a "tape only" installation, however for the 2005+ Mustang they recommended that it be secured with the studs and nuts. My hood already had holes in it from the OEM scoop, so two more had to be drilled for this scoop too .
I like the OEM scoop just wish it was functional.
My biggest hood problem however is the fluuter at speed that still get even after having the dealer adjust it.
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Your welcome Kelly. Yeah, I hear you about the functionality of the scoop. I'm actually planning on doing the GT500 conversion on my car and with that I'll be switching to a hood that has air intake functionality. If I keep on going like this pretty soon I'll have enough spare parts in my garage to build another Mustang I'd keep after your dealership to straighten that out, I'm assuming "at speed" you're meaning 60-70mph?? It shouldn't be doing that. Even my car with the "wind catcher" on the hood doesn't flutter.
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Why is everyone so afraid to drill holes in their car? If you want the car to look the way you want it to then go for it. I have holes all over my car from add-ons and don't regreat drilling any of them.
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LOL, you're absolutely correct, we shouldn't be afraid. But I think it's just the idea of putting holes in something that we treasure that creates a certain anxiety about it. Theres always that thought running through the back of your head...."I hope I don't mess this up". At least that is my take on it anyway.