The shaker is the same cast from the 70's version, so, same size. I don't have the specs on the 70's hood but looking at the car and the 05 the hoods are pretty close to being the same size. I use to think it looked small as well, but now that it is installed I think it is perfect. Not over powering.

 

Here is CDC's response regarding the shaker not being centered correctly....(funny thing is when I showed the service manager the shaker last night I pointed out the gap and he said "it's probably FORD's fault")

Quote:
Of the dozen or so installs that we have done here , we haven't had this
issue. I have talked with all of the appropriate folks here and we believe
that this alignment issue is due to build variations at the factory.

With the difference in the side-to-side gap being 1/4", you will need to
move the Shaker Engine Cover half of that distance (1/8") to equalize the
gap. You can do this a couple of different ways. You can remove the Engine
Cover and drill the holes that the throttle body bolts install through to a
larger size to accommodate the 1/8" movement that is necessary OR with the
Engine Cover removed from the motor, you can remove the Aluminum Scoop,
remove the throttle body bracket and slot and or enlarge the holes in the
engine cover that this bracket's attachment bolts install through. The
Engine Cover is made of a high-temp plastic and can be drilled/filed rather
easily.

End Quote

 

No... it's just you! It looks perfect IMO!!!

 

Yeah mines a little off to the passenger side also. I haven't measured it but that sounds about right. After I get the stripes painted on my hood I'll see what I can do about adjusting it. I'm also going to figure out how to raise it 1/2" or so in the front.

My question to you is how tight does the shaker fit the hood as far as sealing goes? I went driving last night and I noticed the shaker got a little warm. So I started the car and could feel warm air being blown through the front of the cutout at it from the radiator. The gap seems to be fairly small so I'm thinking of getting some weatherstripping and making sure it seals tight. :scratch: Anyone else noticed this or have suggestions?

 

I actually kinda like the idea of having a bit of a gap there (but mine seems to be at the rear, not the front). Maybe that will help relieve some of the underhood air pressure at high speeds.

I too want to raise the shaker a little, but more like 1/4" (not 1/2"). I plan on adding a couple rubber bushings between the shaker and the throttle body bracket. An added benefit... the rubber might even make it "shake" a little more.

 

I don't really mind the gap too much either, it's just that I'm not getting "cold" air but warm air off the radiator. Kind of in a way defeats the purpose of it being functional. Relieving under hood pressure was one reason I didn't think it would be a problem, but I also realized I very seldom hit triple digit speeds (maybe 3 times since I got my car in March). So I would rather have "cold" air than lack of underhood pressure.

 

Looks great!......bet its awsume from the inside view

 

I am also interested in getting this. It looks great...ON SONIC BLUES BTW...

I would have loved it if it were just a little bigger, it would look more agressive IMO, but this looks kickhiney too. What about the fang? Who has some info on that? Where can I see it?

Guys, any problems with water getting in from the inlet?

(sorry dont flame me if thats stupid..)

 

If you look at this picture, you can see that if any water got in the scoop, it would eventually just dump into the CAI heat shield area, and just drain out away from the filter.

 

Hm..what if I dont plan to get a CAI? Or is that something everyone does with the skaker..

 

It is designed to work with the factory setup. That is how mine is installed for now.

You asked about water, well last night I drove home in a pretty big rain storm. No issues

 

You are better off without a CAI as far as installation goes. Its much easier with the stock set-up. Here is a link to the installation instructions if you want to see what it takes.

http://www.classicdesignconcepts.com/tech_...er/05shaker.pdf

 

HURT ME Dagum those look sweet!!!!

 

I really love the look of the shaker hood, pretty darn sweet. I take it from reading this thread and glancing through the instructions this shouldn't be an undertaking for a mechanically challenged person like myself. Prolly need professional help.....for the car...not me...

 

Really IMHO the most difficult parts of installation are

1.getting the template on and centered, then cutting the hole,
2. putting the bolts back into the throttle body that holds the front of the shaker, and
3. cutting the hole in the airbox.

#1 isn't too bad as long as your sure you've got the template on right. I spent at least 30 mins measuring to make sure it was centered. Not that it's difficult to do I just wanted to make sure it was centered (you know measure twice, cut once). Having a good tool to cut the hood helps also. I used a pnuematic jig saw with a fine tooth metal blade.
#2 is mainly a test of patience. The way the plastic shroud wraps over the intake tube makes this step a little diffucult. Not rocket science just time consuming (especially if you drop one of the bolts and it ends up on the plastic frame cover on bottom :bang: )
#3 isn't really to bad either. CDC recommends a 2 3/4" holesaw and I had a 2 7/8". It worked fine, but I didn't have to do much filing so be careful. Just make sure someone helps hold the box while cutting or mount it to something because the holesaw can get away from you.

The rest is basic mechanics, and not to problematic. So I guess some mechanical experience would be good mainly because you're modding somewhat expensive parts if you don't do it right. So if you're nervous ask a friend with experience to help or take it to a shop.

 

My replacement scoop arrived from CDC today, so sometime this week (whenever I can carve out a little time), I will be swapping them out and seeing if I can raise the scoop slightly. Stay tuned...

 

:worship:
Raise yer Shaker w/this, it'll work!
http://www.mach1review.com/ShakerScoopExtensions.html

 

I think that makes it sit too high. I think the shaker only needs to be raised about 1/4" in the front. No more than that.

 

As of now, I agree with John. I'm going to raise it 1/4"-3/8" tomorrow and see how it looks. I'll post before/after pics for comparison.

 

As I mentioned previously, CDC sent me a replacement scoop (just the metal top part) because my original one had a couple damaged fins. So, when I replaced the scoop portion of the shaker today, I changed the bolts that attach the bracket to the shaker assembly (put 1/4"-longer ones in), and added a rubber washer (1/8" thick), plus two regular steel washers between the bracket and the shaker unit. This raised the whole assembly about 1/4". From the outside, it looks much better IMO. The scoop now just sits ever-so-slightly above the front of the trim ring.