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Old Jan 16, 2004 | 11:17 AM
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are reproduction hoods flimsy?

Are reproduction hoods flimsy? I may need to get one from Classic Industries, but was wondering how much thinner the stamped steel is. Is it noticable? Anyone have experience?

and NO i dont want a ram air hood or anything.
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Old Jan 16, 2004 | 05:10 PM
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I have a repo hood and its not flimsy. It just does not fit as nice as a GM one.
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Old Jan 16, 2004 | 05:14 PM
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can you be more specific? are there gaps on the sides between the fender or what?

thanks..
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Old Jan 16, 2004 | 08:47 PM
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I wouldn't spend the big money on a brand new repro hood. There are 50 million thirdgens out there with custom hoods on them, which means there's 50 million guys looking to get rid of their stock GM hoods cheap. Buy a good used one and you'll get a better part and save some cash.
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Old Jan 19, 2004 | 12:08 AM
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Originally posted by Firebird 383
I wouldn't spend the big money on a brand new repro hood. There are 50 million thirdgens out there with custom hoods on them, which means there's 50 million guys looking to get rid of their stock GM hoods cheap. Buy a good used one and you'll get a better part and save some cash.


so very true
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