Carbon Fiber Hood Thoughts

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Which hood style would you choose?

Drift StyleImage
2
20%
Drop VentImage
4
40%
Stock StyleImage
4
40%
 
Total votes: 10

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Carbon Fiber Hood Thoughts

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Need an opinion. Looking to buy a new one soon-ish and not sure what direction i want to go in. I currently have a stock style CF hood, and i wouldnt mind getting another one, but just seeing what others opinions are.

Drift Style (also available in Trueno)
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I like to the D-Max style for Levins and the drop vent for Truenos. The stock is good for either IMO.

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youre not much help...

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Stock

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mandm177 wrote:youre not much help...
LOL! I know...I know...:P


Put it to a vote Mark!

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I would say stock unless you are planning on turbo then i would say drop vent
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I've been considering doing a drop vent or even drift style due to the fact it gets quite warm on hot days drifting... that damn supercharger adds a little heat :/
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Everyone vote!

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I'm not going to be much help unless I know whether it is a Levin or Trueno, coupe or hatch.

Meanwhile, I left my magnifying glass at home to view those hoods on my 22" monitor. :P
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I voted by when it comes to Drop Vent it has to be J-Blood for me.

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damn it.. I clicked the wrong one hahaha
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86boy wrote:damn it.. I clicked the wrong one hahaha
LOL, ok I made it to where everyone can change their vote.

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haha thanks!
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well, i ended up paying for the Drift Style hood, but because of it being DESTROYED IN SHIPPING, it was sent back and my money was refunded.

I'm probably going to wait a while before i do buy another hood unless i'm in a bind...still don't know which style i'd like though.

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a little late responding... but did you get any pictures of the damages?!?! That would suuuuuuck, and I would be stupid pissed if that happened.
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