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US Body Source Fiberglass Hood - 3" Dominator, Composite-Tech
Part #: TMCH-95
$1,297.94 For each
Featured Videos
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Video Description:Installing an aftermarket hood can be tricky, but we walk you through it in this video.
*At 0:20, we remove our factory hood.
*At 1:00, we install our new carbon fiber hood. -
Video Description:Heatshield Products keep your engine compartment safe, and can even help protect your vehicle's finish. In this video, we show you how installing a heat shield on your hood can prolong its life and new appearance.
*At 0:42, we get right to installing a Heatshield Products Lava Shield on our project Integra's hood.
*At 2:02, we show you how much cooler our hood's surface is after installing our heat shield. -
Video Description:Everything you need to know about hood pins in one video! In this video, we show you:
*At 0:19, we explain why you need hood pins with an aftermarket hood.
*At 1:30, we tell you about the different types of hood pins available.
*At 2:26, we show you the steps necessary to install a set of hood pins on our project Integra.
Fits On:
95-99 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Description:
Composite-Tech Hoods made in Florida. Whether you are looking to draw more air into your engine, in need of clearance, or yearning for a cool new look, this fully lined Composite Tech-Hood is just what you have been looking for. The high quality inner liner fully supports the outer skin, providing a show worthy inner structure which is smooth, strong and ready for prep and paint. A ram air isolator plate is also available to direct the air flow to a single 4 barrel, it is available at checkout and is very easy to install. (details and installation info.)
The surface is Cormat reinforced, insuring it is both strong and straight. A smooth sandable type gellcoat is used for the finish so its a snap to prep for paint. Steel anchors allow for use with your stock hinges and latch mechanism. A lighter weight version of this same hood can be custom made for all types of racing applications.
Their exclusive manufacturing techniques utilizes a combination of both machine and "hand laid" material. This combination of mat, cloth, and Cormat provides what they feel to be the strongest part available anywhere. In short this is one of the best custom hoods your money can buy. As with any new hood, you may have to adjust hinges, fenders and grilles for proper gaps and fit. What more can you ask for? Great Looks, tight styling and extra clearance.
Composite-Tech Hoods made in Florida. Whether you are looking to draw more air into your engine, in need of clearance, or yearning for a cool new look, this fully lined Composite Tech-Hood is just what you have been looking for. The high quality inner liner fully supports the outer skin, providing a show worthy inner structure which is smooth, strong and ready for prep and paint. A ram air isolator plate is also available to direct the air flow to a single 4 barrel, it is available at checkout and is very easy to install. (details and installation info.)
The surface is Cormat reinforced, insuring it is both strong and straight. A smooth sandable type gellcoat is used for the finish so its a snap to prep for paint. Steel anchors allow for use with your stock hinges and latch mechanism. A lighter weight version of this same hood can be custom made for all types of racing applications.
Their exclusive manufacturing techniques utilizes a combination of both machine and "hand laid" material. This combination of mat, cloth, and Cormat provides what they feel to be the strongest part available anywhere. In short this is one of the best custom hoods your money can buy. As with any new hood, you may have to adjust hinges, fenders and grilles for proper gaps and fit. What more can you ask for? Great Looks, tight styling and extra clearance.
US Body Source has been manufacturing race-weight fiberglass body panels for serious race junkies for many years, with most popular race cars well-represented. Since US Body Source mostly manufactures panels for race applications, some finishing work should be expected for on those pieces for a perfect fit, especially if they will be painted. However, the company does also offer show-ready panels that are smooth-finished for those of us who just want our rides to look good.
Featured Videos
-
Video Description:Installing an aftermarket hood can be tricky, but we walk you through it in this video.
*At 0:20, we remove our factory hood.
*At 1:00, we install our new carbon fiber hood. -
Video Description:Heatshield Products keep your engine compartment safe, and can even help protect your vehicle's finish. In this video, we show you how installing a heat shield on your hood can prolong its life and new appearance.
*At 0:42, we get right to installing a Heatshield Products Lava Shield on our project Integra's hood.
*At 2:02, we show you how much cooler our hood's surface is after installing our heat shield. -
Video Description:Everything you need to know about hood pins in one video! In this video, we show you:
*At 0:19, we explain why you need hood pins with an aftermarket hood.
*At 1:30, we tell you about the different types of hood pins available.
*At 2:26, we show you the steps necessary to install a set of hood pins on our project Integra.
Q: How do you install a fiberglass hood?
A: Depending on the manufacturer, fiberglass hoods are often close to OEM fit, which means you simply unbolt your factory hood and replacing it with the custom hood.
Q: Why buy a fiberglass hood?
A: Fiberglass hoods are a fantastic way to customize the appearance of your car. There are several different styles available, and they all can change the look of your car instantly. These hoods should be painted to match the color of your car, and are normally lighter than your factory hood and therefore better for performance.
Q: The hood I'm considering buying from Andy's is vented and has openings in it that appear to expose it to rain. Should I be concerned about that? Will it be harmful to my vehicle if rain goes through those vents into my engine bay? Is there a way to protect against that from happening?
A: Adding guards could potentially defeat the purpose of a vented hood, which is to help cool your engine bay. Some customers do get creative and add their own diverters under the hood for a custom solution to the perceived problem, but you would have to figure out how to attach them and whether there's room under the hood in the first place. That being said, we have never heard of any problems running a vented hood as-is, and we've done it ourselves for many years without any issues to speak of.
Q: Are hood pins required for a fiberglass or carbon fiber hood?
A: We strongly advise using hood pins on all fiberglass and carbon fiber hoods, as they provide an additional level of safety should the main latch fail or if a strong gust of wind should peel the hood skin away from its skeleton. In addition, lift-off “race weight” fiberglass hoods require hood pins on all four corners, as they do not have provisions for latches or hinges.
Q: Can fiberglass hoods help your vehicle's performance at all?
A: Most fiberglass hoods are substantially lighter than the factory hood, which would decrease weight and therefore increase performance and make acceleration and braking quicker. Some fiberglass hood manufacturer's also provide optional "functional" air induction kits as an option to be purchased with the hood. The kits, when installed, direct incoming cold air that travels through the hood vent directly to your air box, thereby increasing horsepower and making the hood functional. Only a few hood manufacturers offer a the kit that makes the hood functional.
Q: Do fiberglass hoods come pre-drilled for hood pins?
A: No. Since there are many different styles of hood pins available, it is up to our customers to drill the holes themselves to ensure a perfect fit.
A: Depending on the manufacturer, fiberglass hoods are often close to OEM fit, which means you simply unbolt your factory hood and replacing it with the custom hood.
Q: Why buy a fiberglass hood?
A: Fiberglass hoods are a fantastic way to customize the appearance of your car. There are several different styles available, and they all can change the look of your car instantly. These hoods should be painted to match the color of your car, and are normally lighter than your factory hood and therefore better for performance.
Q: The hood I'm considering buying from Andy's is vented and has openings in it that appear to expose it to rain. Should I be concerned about that? Will it be harmful to my vehicle if rain goes through those vents into my engine bay? Is there a way to protect against that from happening?
A: Adding guards could potentially defeat the purpose of a vented hood, which is to help cool your engine bay. Some customers do get creative and add their own diverters under the hood for a custom solution to the perceived problem, but you would have to figure out how to attach them and whether there's room under the hood in the first place. That being said, we have never heard of any problems running a vented hood as-is, and we've done it ourselves for many years without any issues to speak of.
Q: Are hood pins required for a fiberglass or carbon fiber hood?
A: We strongly advise using hood pins on all fiberglass and carbon fiber hoods, as they provide an additional level of safety should the main latch fail or if a strong gust of wind should peel the hood skin away from its skeleton. In addition, lift-off “race weight” fiberglass hoods require hood pins on all four corners, as they do not have provisions for latches or hinges.
Q: Can fiberglass hoods help your vehicle's performance at all?
A: Most fiberglass hoods are substantially lighter than the factory hood, which would decrease weight and therefore increase performance and make acceleration and braking quicker. Some fiberglass hood manufacturer's also provide optional "functional" air induction kits as an option to be purchased with the hood. The kits, when installed, direct incoming cold air that travels through the hood vent directly to your air box, thereby increasing horsepower and making the hood functional. Only a few hood manufacturers offer a the kit that makes the hood functional.
Q: Do fiberglass hoods come pre-drilled for hood pins?
A: No. Since there are many different styles of hood pins available, it is up to our customers to drill the holes themselves to ensure a perfect fit.
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