05-09 Exterior Modifications Making Your '05 Stand Out from the Crowd

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Old May 4, 2005 | 06:47 PM
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My first hood from them had a few flaws in it.I called them and let them know the details and they are shipping me out this new hood in a couple of weeks. It's nice to know that they are stepping up and fixing a problem. Thanks to Jim and Mo at RKsport!
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Old May 4, 2005 | 06:56 PM
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Wow .. that is a nice Hood! I'll be watching this install closely! Please post pics when complete ...
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Old May 4, 2005 | 07:01 PM
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It's still kinda retro and after speaking with Jim it should get more air.
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Old May 4, 2005 | 07:31 PM
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I would like more details about that hood. I think that is the BEST looking retro hood that I have seen and it should eliminate some of the pressure build-up form under the hood. Two thumbs up for that one!
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Old May 4, 2005 | 07:53 PM
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Now that is what I am talking about. Very nice and the reason I have not jumped the gun and order one of the first hood designs to be released. I knew somebody would come close to designing a concept version.

Edit: After looking at the hood for a few minutes I realize it is still not the one for me. The ram air sections are too far apart for my plans.
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Old May 4, 2005 | 08:26 PM
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I would like to see someone chop that on a car. If you were to add stripes it might look a little funny but overall I'm lovin it!
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Old May 4, 2005 | 08:30 PM
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I know RKsport got a bad rap on this forum but, I'm very happy with them making this right and replacing my problem hood.
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Old May 4, 2005 | 08:31 PM
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Wow - WOW

That is it - that's the exact type of hood I have wanted from the start - more details

puuuhlease more details!!!!
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Old May 4, 2005 | 08:39 PM
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I think the air will be able to get to our air boxes much faster with this hood. RKsport is in the process of making the underside, with both vents leading right to the air box.
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Old May 4, 2005 | 08:42 PM
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No hood pins needed but, they still would look mean.
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Old May 4, 2005 | 08:46 PM
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thats tight, I wouldve liked the scoops to be a little closer together myself but still nice, I cant wait to see them be functional, where is RKSports located, my friend had used them for his Camero, they make some nice stuff.
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Old May 4, 2005 | 09:29 PM
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RKSport, Incorporated
26900 Jefferson Ave.
Murrieta, California 92562

Voice: 951.894.7883
Fax: 951.894.7920

Call and speak with Mo or Jim tell them Johnny from Las Vegas sent you.
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Old May 4, 2005 | 11:19 PM
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Originally posted by Burke0011@May 4, 2005, 8:34 PM
Wow - WOW

That is it - that's the exact type of hood I have wanted from the start - more details

puuuhlease more details!!!!
Here they are
On sale now for 450.00
They also have a Ram Air Hood for 695.95
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Old May 5, 2005 | 08:24 AM
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Oh, heck yeah! I've been hopin some new hood designs would be released soon for the 05. Good price too...hope it stays on sale for a while. I'm gonna see if I can get Big D over in the photoshop forum to chop this for me.
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Old May 5, 2005 | 09:51 AM
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not bad!! I really like -- but I'm torn between this & the boy racer hood. I saw on another sight that the boy racer hood was under production and should be available in a couple months. hmm... decisions - decisions
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Old May 5, 2005 | 07:13 PM
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prolly not the best chop - but i geuss it'll give you an idea
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Old May 5, 2005 | 07:34 PM
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The Boy Racer hood scoops will not be functional. I asked via email and they said nope!
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Old May 5, 2005 | 07:46 PM
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Originally posted by Rich@May 5, 2005, 7:37 PM
The Boy Racer hood scoops will not be functional. I asked via email and they said nope!

well that stinks!! i was really looking forward to getting that hood for the looks & functionality.

I really like the look of this one also & for the price I think it's a pretty good deal. Much better than the look of the roush scoops & prolly better than the saleen hood also - imo


btw - did u get a timeframe of when the boy racer hood would be available?
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Old May 5, 2005 | 08:27 PM
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That is one cool hood Johnny! I'll be curious to how much body work it will take to make the hood look right....I'll be watching this one. When you get it done PM me, I want to check it out.
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Old May 5, 2005 | 09:12 PM
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I wonder with the design if it will allow for the 73 Mustang twist hood locks to be installed?
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