von

On n/a. Im going to get an aluminum hood. I think they weigh 22pds but someone correct me if im wrong... anyways U know that metal crap under the hood. I was thinking of getting a dremal and cutting it all to save even more on the aluminum hood. But what if it was functional?? I wouldnt think so. It also hits my filter ever so slightly.... How much more wight can be saved. 5pds would justify the work for me..

anyone??

rico05

The aluminum hood is a lot lighter. I picked mine up by myself no problem, even though it was very big. I would not cut the stuff under the hood. Every time you close the hood, it could warp the aluminum. It bends/dings VERY VERY easy (trust me ), so be very careful whatever you do.

von

Thnx...I knew thier was a purpose to this...(reinforcement) I can belive I didntk think of that... Anywys

I was planning on getting hood pins. So I guess I would be able to do this..

kamisama12

also watch out for corrosion on the aluminum hinges make sure you have the hood pins

Eric Henry

If you have a steel hood make sure that you change the hinges to aluminum or it will go to **** pretty soon. Chemical reaction that causes rust.

von

HOOD PINS

Silkworm

I wouldn't cut the aluminum supports out. It's fairly floppy now, and it's light enough that I can install it solo..

PaulC

von

Yes , but 5pds is a big difference. hehe. I will make sure nowone sits on it.