Fifthwind

Okay, I've got another thread from a few days ago letting you all know that I'll probably be getting a GT500 within 6 months or so. However, one thing that has never really impressed me is the look of the stock hood. So, one of the first things I'll be doing is getting an aftermarket hood. Question is, which one.

Okay, I admit it, I'm lazy and was hoping everyone could flood this thread with links to what they think is cool, so I can sit back and look them over the easy way without having to actually go out and research this myself! :P

I'm definitely going to painting the hood (already have custom paint and stripes in mind) so raw carbon fiber isn't my thing, fiberglass would be fine.

What do you guys think? Cowl... Ram air... heat-extractor... bring on the opinions and links!!!

Unleashedbeast

Odd, I kinda like the look of the OEM hood.

TruFiber seems to be the company of choice for quality fiberglass hoods.

You should check out their website and see what style you like the best.

TruFiber Hoods 05-09 S197

Fifthwind

Yeah, I've always like the look of the venom hood. But, call me stupid but what does "recessed" mean? I can't tell any difference from the pictures.

Unleashedbeast

We are in the same boat, the differences are subtle. Let me know when you figure it out. lol

cheftjpeck

personally your body shop guy and your pocket will appreciate the cervinis type iv ram air hood.
here is my thread from completion

https://mustangforums.com/forum/s197...pt-wheels.html

and here is my thread for process

https://mustangforums.com/forum/s197...ods-begin.html

great hood and very very straight. no work issues at all....

it is available here
https://www.cervinis.com/product.asp...part=1197#1197

part#1197

good luck...the hood is incredible underneath too...totally finished...I would highly recommend...

09cs

Let me clear up the "recessed" difference. Their non recessed hoods do NOT come with their twist lock hood pins. The recessed hood does. That is the only difference.

Fifthwind

It's very similar to the venom in overall styling, but this one will actually work slightly better with the custom paint and stripes I have in mind. Thanks for sharing.

Hey thanks! Makes sense, I guess.