Trufiber Gts2
11/20/07, 11:20 PM
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oh and PS, in case there is any thoughts to the contrary. The only reason I mentioned the lifting with the GTS2 was because others were discussing it and I thought Id lend my experience to the mix, since I am one of the few on here with the hood and Im probably the one that has driven with it the most and for a good distance at interstate speeds....not to bash anyone.
11/21/07, 03:38 AM
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My stock hood lifts pretty good at higher sustained speeds, so it isn't just fiberglass that does it. However, it doesn't flutter or shake, it just lifts up and you can see the difference along the sides of the hood in comparison to the front fenders. That is why I was wondering of the vents on some of the hoods on the rear would dissipate some of that pressure under the hood. I've dialed out the front rubber bumpers a tad but I don't want it to lift too far and ruin the lines. I think I may keep my stock hood, but just add hood pins and cross my fingers that someday somebody makes an aluminum hood.
11/21/07, 05:45 AM
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The only thing he stressed about the hood was the amount of pinholes he had to fix. He said there was ALOT or work to be done there. Then the avg air bubbles and air pockets that needed filling. But he mentioned several times amount of work needed to find all air bubbles.
11/21/07, 09:56 PM
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Small update: I took the car up to 60-65mph today on the street over a bridge with decent winds and... Not the slightest movement. Least nothing out of the ordinary. Tomorrow I may take it on the interstate and hit 80 and see how she holds up.
11/21/07, 10:02 PM
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if ur going to go with the other kind then yes I would get something that doesnt rust and one of the more durable ones, Ive seen a lot of flimsy looking ones that look like crap. I like the simple race pins because they are the least intrusive to the look, not super big, no chain, and look racey IMO
oh and PS, in case there is any thoughts to the contrary. The only reason I mentioned the lifting with the GTS2 was because others were discussing it and I thought Id lend my experience to the mix, since I am one of the few on here with the hood and Im probably the one that has driven with it the most and for a good distance at interstate speeds....not to bash anyone.
oh and PS, in case there is any thoughts to the contrary. The only reason I mentioned the lifting with the GTS2 was because others were discussing it and I thought Id lend my experience to the mix, since I am one of the few on here with the hood and Im probably the one that has driven with it the most and for a good distance at interstate speeds....not to bash anyone.
11/21/07, 10:09 PM
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They look nice on your ride
11/22/07, 07:23 PM
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Took some pictures on my girlfriends digital camara. I'll try and have her upload it tomorrow. It was rainy so dont expect alot till the weather clears up some.
Anyways, took her on the highway doing just 80(ish) with strong winds and the hood just fluttered some. But Im not suprised and it was nothing outta the normal. On my way home tonight no winds doing 80-90 and no movement from the hood. So, I'm pretty happy with the fit. I'll try and post pics ASAP
Anyways, took her on the highway doing just 80(ish) with strong winds and the hood just fluttered some. But Im not suprised and it was nothing outta the normal. On my way home tonight no winds doing 80-90 and no movement from the hood. So, I'm pretty happy with the fit. I'll try and post pics ASAP
11/23/07, 01:43 PM
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11/25/07, 04:40 PM
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Finally took the hood out for a high velocity spin this weekend.
My hood starts to flutter at around 60 MPH and reaches max displacement at about 70. It doesn't get any worse above 70. I have all the rubber bumpers in place and the hood is stable up to 60...
I really don't think it's in danger of "flying off" on the highway. It definitely raises to the point where it ruins the smooth lines of the fender-hood transition, however.
So.... it will be hood pins for me to keep the corners down... I'm just not sure which pins I like yet...
Bill
My hood starts to flutter at around 60 MPH and reaches max displacement at about 70. It doesn't get any worse above 70. I have all the rubber bumpers in place and the hood is stable up to 60...
I really don't think it's in danger of "flying off" on the highway. It definitely raises to the point where it ruins the smooth lines of the fender-hood transition, however.
So.... it will be hood pins for me to keep the corners down... I'm just not sure which pins I like yet...
Bill
11/25/07, 08:54 PM
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When mine starts to flutter, it takes the already ruined lines of my warped hood and makes it look like it is going to come flying right off!
I have disconnected the the struts and taken the bumpers out, I think this is hopeless!
I have disconnected the the struts and taken the bumpers out, I think this is hopeless!
11/25/07, 11:19 PM
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while I wasnt bashing, the one I was speaking of is the Trufiber hood. Mine wasnt done in time for SEMA so we worked something out to put theirs on for the show...last minute. mine I should be getting early January and we will see what happens, I wish I wouldve thought of this issue or seen it before tearing it apart to make the molds so I couldve tested it first.
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11/26/07, 05:41 AM
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Now I have to chime in. Sorry, but you are full of crap! Your hood was at Ed's shop before mine was(1 1/2 mos. before SEMA), hardly "last minute", and Ed said it was going to be painted for SEMA. You put the TruFiber hood on with the agreement with Phil that you would put there name on somewhere, since you got the hood for free, but you didn't. Instead, you had Mike's logo across your windshield and didn't have his body parts on your car. You only had Agent47 and TruFiber. You could have kept your stock hood if the TruFiber hood was so inferior, but you told me you really liked it. You were even saying at the Queen Mary show about how great the hood was. Remember sitting and talking with Phil and Brandon and myself? Sorry Rich, but I can't read any more of this BS! I won't go any deeper about things said by parties involved, but your comments don't hold any water!
Scott
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11/26/07, 06:55 AM
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Now I have to chime in. Sorry, but you are full of crap! Your hood was at Ed's shop before mine was(1 1/2 mos. before SEMA), hardly "last minute", and Ed said it was going to be painted for SEMA. You put the TruFiber hood on with the agreement with Phil that you would put there name on somewhere, since you got the hood for free, but you didn't. Instead, you had Mike's logo across your windshield and didn't have his body parts on your car. You only had Agent47 and TruFiber. You could have kept your stock hood if the TruFiber hood was so inferior, but you told me you really liked it. You were even saying at the Queen Mary show about how great the hood was. Remember sitting and talking with Phil and Brandon and myself? Sorry Rich, but I can't read any more of this BS! I won't go any deeper about things said by parties involved, but your comments don't hold any water!
Scott
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11/26/07, 08:44 AM
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The guy I use said that ALL fiberglass hoods need a good amount of work. You get quality workmanship with the body shop,you get good results
As far as lifting goes,I've done a lot of research and almost all fiberglass hood need pins. Phil did tell us that for street driving we wouldn't but if I remember correctly,someone said he was mistaken about this before I bought mine. I don't think Robello was bashing.He said his preproduction one was lifting so he could see where we were coming from..Bottom line...GO ALUMINUM
As far as lifting goes,I've done a lot of research and almost all fiberglass hood need pins. Phil did tell us that for street driving we wouldn't but if I remember correctly,someone said he was mistaken about this before I bought mine. I don't think Robello was bashing.He said his preproduction one was lifting so he could see where we were coming from..Bottom line...GO ALUMINUMDon't get me wrong, I have NO experience with TruFiber and am not commenting on their quality. Just stating my experiences with Cervini's quality, which relates to the quoted statement.
11/26/07, 10:58 AM
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Apparently your guy hasn't dealt with Cervini's hoods. I haven't heard of anyone having problems with their hoods, and prep-work is extremely minimal. My bodyshop guy was very pleased at the quality of parts we brought him, and I've heard the same from others. Not all fiberglass hoods are created equal.
Don't get me wrong, I have NO experience with TruFiber and am not commenting on their quality. Just stating my experiences with Cervini's quality, which relates to the quoted statement.
Don't get me wrong, I have NO experience with TruFiber and am not commenting on their quality. Just stating my experiences with Cervini's quality, which relates to the quoted statement.
11/26/07, 03:25 PM
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