Rotary Extreme hood damper kit
02-14-05, 07:15 PM
#26
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Originally Posted by jimlab
Maybe you should double-check the duct to make sure it's fully seated. I had no problem whatsoever with my prop rod interfering with the duct for my ASP large IC.
Mines a 94...maybe there's a slight difference??? Anyways this was a super easy solution to the hood prop for me.
02-15-05, 07:31 AM
#27
Originally Posted by Kevin T. Wyum
Forgive me but what's the point to it? I'm sure it's well made but couldn't you just place the hood prop in a different spot if you're doing it to clear an object?
Kevin T. Wyum
P.S. Notice how I stuck up for chuck on the halfwit wanting to copy his IC? : )
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P.S. Notice how I stuck up for chuck on the halfwit wanting to copy his IC? : )
02-15-05, 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by FDNewbie
Bricke, in case you didn't notice, Chuck offers a damper for the stock hood, and a diff damper for lighter aftermarket (ie glass or CF) hood.
02-15-05, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 7racer
Mines a 94...maybe there's a slight difference???
02-15-05, 01:59 PM
#30
Originally Posted by bricke
Where did you see that he offers different damper kits for CF hoods? On his website under this product I didn't see anything to indicate this. Thanks.
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02-15-05, 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by FDNewbie
From the 4th post on this thread
Ahh I did see that, but that was the link to the group buy page. I didn't think I was able to order off that page. I will send Chuck a message
02-15-05, 06:04 PM
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You can't purchase those hood dampers from the group buy link anymore. The group buy was over 2 months ago.
Now the hood damper kit comes with both sides. I don't offer the single side anymore.
You can use the damper kit with both the stock hood and aftermarket hood. If your aftermarket hood is a lot lighter than the stock one, I have the softer damper to work with light weight hood but I don't keep a lot of those dampers in stock. When you order, just mention you want the softer dampers. Most aftermarket hoods are not a lot lighter than stock so the regular damper will work just fine. Unless your hood is like 12-14 lbs, you don't want to use the softer damper.
When you pop the hood open half way, it will go up by itself. When you close the hood half way, it will just drop by itself. You don't need a lot of force to open or close the hood because I choose the right rate of damper for the job. You don't have to push the hood close. You can just drop it close if you wish.
There is no application for the FC at this time.
Chuck
Now the hood damper kit comes with both sides. I don't offer the single side anymore.
You can use the damper kit with both the stock hood and aftermarket hood. If your aftermarket hood is a lot lighter than the stock one, I have the softer damper to work with light weight hood but I don't keep a lot of those dampers in stock. When you order, just mention you want the softer dampers. Most aftermarket hoods are not a lot lighter than stock so the regular damper will work just fine. Unless your hood is like 12-14 lbs, you don't want to use the softer damper.
When you pop the hood open half way, it will go up by itself. When you close the hood half way, it will just drop by itself. You don't need a lot of force to open or close the hood because I choose the right rate of damper for the job. You don't have to push the hood close. You can just drop it close if you wish.
There is no application for the FC at this time.
Chuck
02-15-05, 06:09 PM
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You can drop it close when you close the hood half way You can't do that on Sonny's car because he got hood pins and the pins don't line up with the holes on the hood too well.
This damper kit is just like any of those OEM ones that come with the cars.
Chuck
This damper kit is just like any of those OEM ones that come with the cars.
Chuck
Originally Posted by KaiFD3S
Point is that if you are working on your car the hood prop won't be in the way and it is much easier when you open it, you just lift it up halfway and let go and the hood will just go straight up....Guess it's more of a luxury mod....
Jimlab....no you will have to push gently on the hood to close, you cannot just drop it to close.
Jimlab....no you will have to push gently on the hood to close, you cannot just drop it to close.
02-15-05, 10:05 PM
#36
Originally Posted by rotaryextreme
You can't purchase those hood dampers from the group buy link anymore. The group buy was over 2 months ago.
Now the hood damper kit comes with both sides. I don't offer the single side anymore.
You can use the damper kit with both the stock hood and aftermarket hood. If your aftermarket hood is a lot lighter than the stock one, I have the softer damper to work with light weight hood but I don't keep a lot of those dampers in stock. When you order, just mention you want the softer dampers. Most aftermarket hoods are not a lot lighter than stock so the regular damper will work just fine. Unless your hood is like 12-14 lbs, you don't want to use the softer damper.
When you pop the hood open half way, it will go up by itself. When you close the hood half way, it will just drop by itself. You don't need a lot of force to open or close the hood because I choose the right rate of damper for the job. You don't have to push the hood close. You can just drop it close if you wish.
There is no application for the FC at this time.
Chuck
Now the hood damper kit comes with both sides. I don't offer the single side anymore.
You can use the damper kit with both the stock hood and aftermarket hood. If your aftermarket hood is a lot lighter than the stock one, I have the softer damper to work with light weight hood but I don't keep a lot of those dampers in stock. When you order, just mention you want the softer dampers. Most aftermarket hoods are not a lot lighter than stock so the regular damper will work just fine. Unless your hood is like 12-14 lbs, you don't want to use the softer damper.
When you pop the hood open half way, it will go up by itself. When you close the hood half way, it will just drop by itself. You don't need a lot of force to open or close the hood because I choose the right rate of damper for the job. You don't have to push the hood close. You can just drop it close if you wish.
There is no application for the FC at this time.
Chuck
Thanks for the clarification. I didn't mean to link to the Group Buy so that people would try and join...it was just to show that you offer different dampers, one for the stock hood and one for a much lighter hood. Now I gotta try and figure out how much my CF hood weighs lol
05-16-08, 05:13 PM
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_Car-...m350060089490&
05-16-08, 08:07 PM
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Makes me feel fortunate. My FD had the RE Hood dampers when I bought it. It was a while before I realized that it wasn't standard equipment. I would really miss not having them. 
05-16-08, 08:14 PM
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I just got a set of hood dampers in town from a local shop. Real small shop, the owner is a good guy. They don't really have any brand markings on them but they work great. I got a really good deal on them too. Carbon fiber wrapped shafts, two dampers in the kit. The fit was perfect. Doesn't rub at all. Two stages on the damper too, so it won't just slam it up. It goes up quick initially and then slows down at the end.
http://racingtrendz.com/
I know the website is a little sketch, but the contact information is current. I'll try to get some pics and post them later.
http://racingtrendz.com/
I know the website is a little sketch, but the contact information is current. I'll try to get some pics and post them later.
05-17-08, 12:15 AM
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Here the pics of the dampers. Retail is 120 for the carbon fiber and I think it was 100 for just metal.
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http:// img.waffleimages.com/9329b20b082bb2b71484ac852711f0009c7307f5/DSC_5576.jpg
http:// img.waffleimages.com/f7417dcf2a55b8993879d259251afc7e20dda576/DSC_5577.jpg
http:// img.waffleimages.com/8d81cde0e2a26454900ff32df1fbeeba877df39a/DSC_5578.jpg
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http:// img.waffleimages.com/9329b20b082bb2b71484ac852711f0009c7307f5/DSC_5576.jpg
http:// img.waffleimages.com/f7417dcf2a55b8993879d259251afc7e20dda576/DSC_5577.jpg
http:// img.waffleimages.com/8d81cde0e2a26454900ff32df1fbeeba877df39a/DSC_5578.jpg
05-17-08, 09:26 AM
#43
The BRG polished are the best dampers available today, IMHO. The RE ones were very nice, but no longer available. These NRG dampers are beautifully made, easy to install and work very well. Versions for "lightweight" hoods and standard hoods. Cost is $130.
http://www.nrginnovations.com/products/
Gordon
http://www.nrginnovations.com/products/
Gordon
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05-17-08, 09:31 AM
#44
Just FYI for those of you with RE dampers: Ever notice the the RE dampers cause your hood go out of alignment? The reason for this is that one of the corners on the mounting bracket is actually resting on one of the fender bolts. This edge needs to be ground off of the bracket to keep from pushing against the fender bolts and causing the hood to raise up and misalign at the edges.
02-24-09, 12:09 PM
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Rotary Extreme is open for business!!
Rotary Extreme is open for business again!
I just bought their hood damper kit, I've been dealing with Ben, really good guy!
Here's their web link: http://www.rotaryextreme.com/fdindex.html
I just bought their hood damper kit, I've been dealing with Ben, really good guy!
Here's their web link: http://www.rotaryextreme.com/fdindex.html
02-24-09, 02:12 PM
#46
I have them installed on my car. Look for post #2716 for pics:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...rs#post8944823
They work great and don't cause an alignment issues. Pop the hood latch and they pop right up. Way better than the OEM hood bar!
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...rs#post8944823
They work great and don't cause an alignment issues. Pop the hood latch and they pop right up. Way better than the OEM hood bar!
02-24-09, 09:18 PM
#47
Rotary Extreme is open for business again!
I just bought their hood damper kit, I've been dealing with Ben, really good guy!
Here's their web link: http://www.rotaryextreme.com/fdindex.html
I just bought their hood damper kit, I've been dealing with Ben, really good guy!
Here's their web link: http://www.rotaryextreme.com/fdindex.html
03-14-09, 06:25 PM
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Thank you so much for this review 93RX7-europa, you get a 10% on your next purchase.
hint hint, save it for something big like my new race v-mount comming out available for all.
Ben
hint hint, save it for something big like my new race v-mount comming out available for all.
Ben
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