05SatinSilver

Well, I tried these hood pins 1st:

But, due to the angle of our hoods, the lock & pin didn't line-up straight enough for the locks to work. So, I went with these standard hood pins from Summit Racing

I went with the Summit pins, because they are 1/2" pins. Most other brands are 7/16". I might look into having these done in Black Chrome, if possible? I'm happy with the way they look.

Dave...


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fast83gt

I like the regular ones better than the locking ones.

blastman69

Wondering if you found a source for black chrome or anodized black hood pins.

SilverR1_04

Looks good!

I'd be too afraid I'd mess up my hood when trying to drill the holes.

PS: Clean your radiator cover, it's filthy.

gianf

Dang that looks good. I just don't have the cajones to drill into my hood yet. I have the redline hood struts coming so that should give me some drilling experience. Maybe after that is done I'll tackle the hood pins.

Steve

05SatinSilver

Nope, never did. Also, I have changed my hood pins again, and went with Ford Racing Hood Pins


The reason, Everything in this kit is Stainless Steel. The chrome one's I had installed before, look really good. But, after only a few months, they are starting to show rust. Everytime you remove the hairpins, they scratch the inside of the main pin. Then, after a little while, inside the hole starts to show rust. Plus, when you remove or install the hair-pins, they also can scratch the scuff plates and then the scratch will rust as well. But now, with this set, that won't happen. Worth the money, so if your going buy a set, just get these. I will try to get some new pictures, once the weather gets better.

http://store.summitracing.com/defaul...=egnsearch.asp

Dave...

don_w

Steve... my struts arrived yesterday... installation this weekend (probably Saturday).

2Stangs

I think I'll do this when I have my new hood in, but it will be awhile. That way if I mess up on the one I have now, I can just put the new one in.

gianf

Don, please let me know how the install goes. I'm a little concerned when it comes to drilling holes in a new car.

Steve

don_w

Looks pretty simple... everything is under the hood. You can download the instructions (pdf file) here: http://redlinetuning.com/online_manuals.html

I just need to buy a new riveter. Mine is over 20 years and doesn't work for chit any more.