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Old 4/5/08 | 07:42 AM
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Engine Bay Dress Up

I have been busy spending money and adding some dress-up parts to my stang. Below is a pic of the almost final product.

I installed the Midwest Auto Gear Radiator Extensions and Strut Covers. They really dress it up. I also installed a set of California Pony Cars Fuel Rail Covers and Fuse Box Cover which are a perfect match to the Powered By Ford Plenum Cover.

I bought a set of Hood Struts off of Ebay so I don’t have to rely on the factory prop rod. I will remove that soon.

I also hooked-up a Battery Tender connector so I can keep the battery fully charged at all times. This car is not my daily driver and sits for many days. I have never had a start problem like others but why take a chance especially when the Battery Tenders not terribly expensive.

The only thing I don’t have installed is the Scott Drake Engine Caps Kit which are on backorder. I am also debating on the Granatelli CAI in the near future.

The only downside other than being a bit pricey is I will have to keep the engine bay as clean as the exterior!
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Old 4/5/08 | 07:53 AM
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Looks real good. Gere's a pic of my CAI to help you make up your mind. I kind of wish I'd gotten the polished?
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Old 4/5/08 | 08:12 AM
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Looks real good. Gere's a pic of my CAI to help you make up your mind. I kind of wish I'd gotten the polished?
Thanks for the pic. I figure if I do buy it, I will go with the polished. I wish they had one that was more finished than the standard and not a shiney as the polished. Kinda lik a brushed look.
Old 4/5/08 | 06:35 PM
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I think they do make one like that. It's brushed, with a clear coat. I think it looks nice! Here's a link to a video of their's where they talk about it.

http://www.gmsvideos.com/video_detail.php?mId=2703

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Thanks for the pic. I figure if I do buy it, I will go with the polished. I wish they had one that was more finished than the standard and not a shiney as the polished. Kinda lik a brushed look.
Old 4/5/08 | 06:48 PM
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That looks real good, I like the MWAG covers
Old 4/5/08 | 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Falchion
I think they do make one like that. It's brushed, with a clear coat. I think it looks nice! Here's a link to a video of their's where they talk about it.

http://www.gmsvideos.com/video_detail.php?mId=2703
That would be perfect, I need to give them a call. Thanks Falchion.
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That looks real good, I like the MWAG covers
Thank You!!
Old 4/5/08 | 10:08 PM
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That looks real good, I like the MWAG covers
Is there any hood rub with the covers?
Old 4/6/08 | 06:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Rapture
Is there any hood rub with the covers?
I have not noticed any so far.
Old 4/6/08 | 03:25 PM
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You're welcome! Glad to help!

And here's a link to the GMS customer gallery with my car.

http://www.granatellimotorsports.com...s.php?album=25

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That would be perfect, I need to give them a call. Thanks Falchion.
Old 4/19/08 | 01:41 PM
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Here is an updated pic of the engine bay. I installed the Scott Drake hood hinge and misc bolt kit and the Granatelli CAI kit (Thanks George ).

The CAI really woke it up and it sounds meaner when I put my foot into it.

I am awaiting delivery of the Scott Drake Engine Caps Kit and then I will be done. Maybe......
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Old 4/19/08 | 05:39 PM
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Engine bay looks real good....and good choice on the intake. We have quite a few more dress up items if interested.
Old 4/19/08 | 10:50 PM
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Looking good Bob!!
Old 4/20/08 | 01:01 AM
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The updated pic looks great Bob!
Old 4/20/08 | 05:14 AM
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Thanks guys!!
Old 4/20/08 | 10:32 AM
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Looks BeBeep!

I thought you were going to go with the brushed CAI though. Or don't they make that any more?

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Here is an updated pic of the engine bay. I installed the Scott Drake hood hinge and misc bolt kit and the Granatelli CAI kit (Thanks George ).

The CAI really woke it up and it sounds meaner when I put my foot into it.

I am awaiting delivery of the Scott Drake Engine Caps Kit and then I will be done. Maybe......
Old 4/20/08 | 05:16 PM
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Looks BeBeep!

I thought you were going to go with the brushed CAI though. Or don't they make that any more?
I was if I ordered it direct from Granatelli. I actually bought this from a board member brand new for $220 shipped so I jumped on it. I actually like the finish better than I thought I would. If I change my mind later I will get it powdercoated.

I just could not pass up that good of a deal.

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Old 4/23/08 | 09:42 AM
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Looks great. I need to do mine. --Jealous!
Old 4/23/08 | 12:52 PM
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OK, yeah that is a good deal! Congrats!

Originally Posted by BeBeep
I was if I ordered it direct from Granatelli. I actually bought this from a board member brand new for $220 shipped so I jumped on it. I actually like the finish better than I thought I would. If I change my mind later I will get it powdercoated.

I just could not pass up that good of a deal.
Old 4/23/08 | 02:11 PM
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Nicely done. I like the MWAG covers.


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