Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

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Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

January 14, 2005, 12:07:47 AM

I was thinking... why not just cut holes and insert the scoops into the stock hood? Of course, after measuring and lining it up about 30 times...

But seriously... are there major hood support rails underneath where the scoops would go?

The reason I ask is the local fox parts/salvage place wants $450 CDN for a used TC hood!

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #1 – January 14, 2005, 12:24:02 AM

You would have to find a way to mount the scoops after you cut, because on the real tc hoods the mounts for the scoops are part of the supports. I think the non tc hoods have a support that runs right through the are where the tc scoops would mount.

But I am not sure.

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #2 – January 14, 2005, 12:27:49 AM

Mount? Are they flush or are the edges flared a bit? If they are, then any good weatherproof glue/sealant would work.

If they are flush fitting then I'm screwed :)

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #3 – January 14, 2005, 12:31:35 AM

They fit flush with the hood and then there are four nuts that go through tabs on the back side of the hood that come off the the support.

So basicaly there is a step down in the hood that the scoops sit into.

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #4 – January 14, 2005, 08:37:50 AM

It would be nearly impossible to do that. As slamedcat stated, the hoods are pressed at the factory for the scoops to sit into.

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Reply #5 – January 14, 2005, 09:34:00 AM

That's more work than installing an aftermarket sunroof. Same concept. The panel is pressed to have a flush, factory fit.

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Reply #6 – January 14, 2005, 09:41:45 AM

Why even bother with the scoops (or a TC hood for that matter)? Are you planning on using them to make some sort of ram air, or are you just trying to do it for "the look"? If it's the latter..why bother?

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Reply #7 – January 14, 2005, 10:23:49 AM

TC hoods on non-TC cars are quite common now, also, so not too many "originality points" will be gained.

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Reply #8 – January 14, 2005, 11:13:39 AM

Quote from: Ifixyawata

TC hoods on non-TC cars are quite common now, also, so not too many "originality points" will be gained.

And most of the time they're non-functional......just silly if you ask me.

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #9 – January 14, 2005, 12:45:44 PM

I've been totally against them till the thought of a "ram air" carb setup came to mind. Then there's that water issue, so I just put that idea to bed again. You won't see me applauding any TC hoods, I've seen 'em so often the wow factor has diminished to nothing. Unless of course someone successfully sets it up to pull in air without sucking water too.

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Reply #10 – January 14, 2005, 01:32:07 PM

I've always wanted to rig up a shaker hood system like the new Mach I has, but that would be rather difficult. Someone with a carb could probably pull it off without much work, however I don't know how the hood height compared to a Mustang system is.

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Reply #11 – January 14, 2005, 01:55:31 PM

Quote from: m3th0dm4n

The reason I ask is the local fox parts/salvage place wants $450 CDN for a used TC hood!

$450??? I just bought a whole 1988 turbo-coupe for $400 with 4 new bf goodrich tires and a fresh e-test.

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #12 – January 15, 2005, 12:24:06 AM

I picked up my tc hood off of ebay for 30 bucks and was able to pick it up an do a little horse race betting while I was there. Surely if your patient you should be able to find one more reasonably than $450. That's crazy.

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #13 – January 15, 2005, 10:33:45 AM

Quote from: m3th0dm4n

I was thinking... why not just cut holes and insert the scoops into the stock hood? Of course, after measuring and lining it up about 30 times... But seriously... are there major hood support rails underneath where the scoops would go?

The reason I ask is the local fox parts/salvage place wants $450 CDN for a used TC hood!

Where in Canada are you? I have a Fiberglass Cowl hood you can have for much less than that. :wtf:

Re: Is there more to a TC hood than the scoops?

Reply #14 – January 15, 2005, 05:35:22 PM

Quote from: Orange Crush

Where in Canada are you? I have a Fiberglass Cowl hood you can have for much less than that. :wtf:

Victoria, BC :)