GT500 Hood Vent
12-25-2009, 05:14 PM
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GT500 Hood Vent
I know it isn't a handling mod per se, but since this is a subforum that appreciates function over form more than others, I figured it would fit best here. It does also completely eliminate *any* hood shudder at speed and noticeably drops engine temps on the track (and street), which is a nice benefit for track goers. Oh mama, I did it. Finally cut into the hood and installed the GT500 vent. After prepping the vent with the dremel and belt sander, I made a paper template and centered it up. Then centered it up again. And again. 
I used 3M urethane windshield adhesive to stick it in place, weighted it overnight, and so far it has held up just fine around town and on track with no sign of expansion/contraction related warpage. I'll post an update if it flies off.
And the obligatory post-***** track picture:
The surprise tech for me was that I am now seeing a consistent 10-15 deg F reduction in temperatures. The hood vent was the only change made. I didn't go over 200 deg F on the track--a very nice surprise for a $45 modification. Thanks to the guys on cornercarvers.com for first doing this.
I used 3M urethane windshield adhesive to stick it in place, weighted it overnight, and so far it has held up just fine around town and on track with no sign of expansion/contraction related warpage. I'll post an update if it flies off.
And the obligatory post-***** track picture:
The surprise tech for me was that I am now seeing a consistent 10-15 deg F reduction in temperatures. The hood vent was the only change made. I didn't go over 200 deg F on the track--a very nice surprise for a $45 modification. Thanks to the guys on cornercarvers.com for first doing this.
Last edited by Import_Slaya; 12-25-2009 at 07:39 PM.
12-25-2009, 07:51 PM
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Good install. I had overheating problems this summer, even with the new radiator, and have been looking at that mod. However I think that I'm going to race CMC2 next year and the rules do not allow any hood vents at all.
Nice pics, that almost looks centered.
-Wayne
-NASA TTC
Nice pics, that almost looks centered.
-Wayne
-NASA TTC
Last edited by houstonnw; 12-25-2009 at 08:00 PM. Reason: add'l info
12-26-2009, 01:09 AM
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Good install. I had overheating problems this summer, even with the new radiator, and have been looking at that mod. However I think that I'm going to race CMC2 next year and the rules do not allow any hood vents at all.
Nice pics, that almost looks centered.
-Wayne
-NASA TTC
Nice pics, that almost looks centered.
-Wayne
-NASA TTC
I got it from Clevenger Ford for $45. Tough to resist at that price. Worst case if it didn't work was having to buy a vented hood.
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12-26-2009, 10:11 AM
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12-27-2009, 08:02 AM
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I've been looking at alternatives for venting my car which has an SC and this looks like a good solution.
Keep us advised how it holds up on the track.
How far back did you mount it?
How did you decide where to mount it it?
Keep us advised how it holds up on the track.
How far back did you mount it?
How did you decide where to mount it it?