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Old 10-31-05, 09:00 PM
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i forgot about this one...but it doesn't look as clean and smooth as the Varis one..
Old 10-31-05, 09:27 PM
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This guy is also rocking the Varis hood...



Old 10-31-05, 09:40 PM
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Love the hood but would have waited to do more body work. All in all, I'm going to get a hood just like that, just used and a lot cheaper hopefully!!!
Old 10-31-05, 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by STRONG SC
Love the hood but would have waited to do more body work. All in all, I'm going to get a hood just like that, just used and a lot cheaper hopefully!!!
it was a timing thing....i got a better hookup from the main office because i asked them for it when we placed a laaaaaaaaarge order with them. Normally, I'm all suspension, then engine, and aero last when it comes to tuning...but when I can get a good deal, i'm flexible.
Old 10-31-05, 10:24 PM
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i really like this one. i think it looks great if paired with a proper kit.


Old 11-01-05, 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by ki_soarer
i really like this one. i think it looks great if paired with a proper kit.


The fitment looks really bad... REALLY BAD
Old 11-01-05, 02:16 PM
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yea... VIS = no no...

if you've ever seen my hood... you'll agree

but i can't complain too much because i got my hood for free
Old 11-01-05, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Koma
The fitment looks really bad... REALLY BAD

true, but its a hot hood.
Old 11-01-05, 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ki_soarer
true, but its a hot hood.
Yea I like it too but I do like the Varis one better. It flows with the high beam lines and grill.
Old 11-01-05, 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by roo
This guy is also rocking the Varis hood...



for your choice of hood!

When i get to that step, i will be picking up the same hood.
Old 11-01-05, 09:41 PM
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The hood's looking good roo! I thought you had a red 97/98 SC though?

Anyway the hood looks awesome and would all fit into place once your car is done.


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Old 11-03-05, 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted by roo
I haven't had it on long enough to notice changes in coolant temps from the vent but the weight difference is definatly apparent when driving. (36lbs lighter than the OEM hood)
Hey i think it look pretty cool. but i would like to know more about how the handeling dynamics changed in more detail. i know 36 lbs makes a difference but does the weight change ride quality, make it understeer more, bite better into corners, or just feels a little better. just curious. keep up the quality work.
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Originally Posted by ATL-SC
Hey i think it look pretty cool. but i would like to know more about how the handeling dynamics changed in more detail. i know 36 lbs makes a difference but does the weight change ride quality, make it understeer more, bite better into corners, or just feels a little better. just curious. keep up the quality work.
36lbs off the front of a front-heavy car is a very good thing...

It's not totally neutral but it is becoming more balanced. Even just a little weight reduction on this car makes it handle and feel soooooo much better.
Old 11-06-05, 09:27 AM
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good to hear, makes me start thinking more about the significance of that weight.
keep up the mods and i cant wait to see the next step.
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That is a nice looking hood. I didnt think there was that many hoods out there with vents in them for the SC.


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