Hood poll - Competition Diesel.Com

*Dalpilot* · 02-11-2010, 08:54 AM

I cut the hood out yesterday, and its far better looking than I thought, but I would like some opinions on whether to clean it up, (its a very rough opening right now), and leave it as is with the piping visible, or make a multy layer hood. One level across on both sides to follow the contour of the intermediate pipe, and then another level covering the highest section of the pipe. Kind of the Darren morrison truck hood? Give me your opinions please.

mech2161 · 02-11-2010, 08:59 AM

I think I'd raise both sides to the same level starting at the raised hood line then another bump in the middle. Going down the track the air may catch the tubing and suck the hood up if uncovered.

*Dalpilot* · 02-11-2010, 09:01 AM

Just so you can remember what Darrens truck looks like, and cause its cool as hell.

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*Dalpilot* · 02-11-2010, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by mech2161

I think I'd raise both sides to the same level starting at the raised hood line then another bump in the middle. Going down the track the air may catch the tubing and suck the hood up if uncovered.

Thats exactly the scoop design I am thinking of. As far as it getting air under it, look at the funnycar, john has a huge opening in the hood with no problems.

mech2161 · 02-11-2010, 09:05 AM

That would look good.

HidalgoGT · 02-11-2010, 09:50 AM

I kinda like it open. Plus, it would keep some air going over everything and help out a lil to keep it a lil cooler.

Sprman · 02-11-2010, 09:56 AM

Couple of quick sketches.. very rough, but you can get the idea of the shape.

*Dalpilot* · 02-11-2010, 09:58 AM

The second one is almost exactly what I have in mind, and actually sketched out at work the other day. Yes I was flying, but I was bored.

SKYNYRD · 02-11-2010, 09:59 AM

i kinda like the second design but i know the first one will be a bit easier.

Sprman · 02-11-2010, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Dalpilot

The second one is almost exactly what I have in mind, and actually sketched out at work the other day. Yes I was flying, but I was bored.

Yea, i'm bored at work and figured i'd play around a bit.

I like the second one as well.

*Dalpilot* · 02-11-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SKYNYRD

i kinda like the second design but i know the first one will be a bit easier.

Like easy has ever been an option.

fbilly420 · 02-11-2010, 10:11 AM

I vote clean it up and leave it open. Looks cool

SKYNYRD · 02-11-2010, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Dalpilot

Like easy has ever been an option.

very true very true!!

CumminsPOWER · 02-11-2010, 10:48 AM

I like the third design the most... I think it'd with the lines of the truck better.

*Dalpilot* · 02-11-2010, 10:50 AM

IMHO, the third one looks a little too Taj Majal.

revolutiondsl · 02-11-2010, 11:05 AM

I go with B

BigTxDually · 02-11-2010, 11:05 AM

I like both ides and looks. The race trucks of Dr. performance also have a similar hood where there is a normal cowl hood then there is another raised part for the turbo and piping on the passenger side. I think either way its going to look sweet. Cant wait to see it run down the track.

Sprman · 02-11-2010, 11:24 AM

Do both and make it out of LEXAN!!! that way you get the best of both worlds

cbtoyz · 02-11-2010, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Sprman

Do both and make it out of LEXAN!!! that way you get the best of both worlds

HA, Greased Lightning!

Idk that's a tough one. I think a cowl hood is the way to go. I like profile B the best.

1lowdiesel · 02-11-2010, 11:54 AM

i say make a fiberglass mold right over how it is now and just mold it onto the hood.

or just raise the entire center section of the hood and have it extend to the windsheild. just cut it long ways along the side raised portion and make your own full length cowl.

View Poll Results: To scoop or not, that is the question.
Scoop it.	55	62.50%
Leave it open.	33	37.50%
Voters: 88. You may not vote on this poll

02-11-2010, 08:54 AM	#1
Dalpilot Name: Dalpilot Title: Joe Nobody! Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Member`s Gallery Posts: 11,373	Hood poll I cut the hood out yesterday, and its far better looking than I thought, but I would like some opinions on whether to clean it up, (its a very rough opening right now), and leave it as is with the piping visible, or make a multy layer hood. One level across on both sides to follow the contour of the intermediate pipe, and then another level covering the highest section of the pipe. Kind of the Darren morrison truck hood? Give me your opinions please. __________________ 2017 White f-250 COMPETITIONDIESEL.COM Bringing the best together

02-11-2010, 08:59 AM	#2
mech2161 Name: mech2161 Title: I have a secret. Status: Not Here Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Morgantown WV Member`s Gallery Posts: 3,986	I think I'd raise both sides to the same level starting at the raised hood line then another bump in the middle. Going down the track the air may catch the tubing and suck the hood up if uncovered. __________________ Kevin SLEDPULLMOTORSPORTS

02-11-2010, 09:01 AM	#3
Dalpilot Name: Dalpilot Title: Joe Nobody! Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Member`s Gallery Posts: 11,373	Just so you can remember what Darrens truck looks like, and cause its cool as hell. [MEDIA]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsGkFKTkRc0[/MEDIA] __________________ 2017 White f-250 COMPETITIONDIESEL.COM Bringing the best together

02-11-2010, 09:05 AM	#5
mech2161 Name: mech2161 Title: I have a secret. Status: Not Here Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Morgantown WV Member`s Gallery Posts: 3,986	That would look good. __________________ Kevin SLEDPULLMOTORSPORTS

02-11-2010, 09:50 AM	#6
HidalgoGT Name: HidalgoGT Title: Tuned By Disturbed Diesel Status: Not Here Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ruffs Dale,Pa Member`s Gallery Posts: 851	I kinda like it open. Plus, it would keep some air going over everything and help out a lil to keep it a lil cooler. __________________ 97 3500 Dually V10 91 Mustang GT Thanks to Jeremy at Disturbed Diesel. R.I.P Frankie

02-11-2010, 09:56 AM	#7
Sprman Name: Sprman Title: Stock SUCKS!!!! Status: Not Here Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, TEXAS Member`s Gallery Posts: 456	Couple of quick sketches.. very rough, but you can get the idea of the shape. __________________ 2005 F-250 CC FX4 Lariat 4.5" with 36's and a few other items....

02-11-2010, 09:58 AM	#8
Dalpilot Name: Dalpilot Title: Joe Nobody! Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Member`s Gallery Posts: 11,373	The second one is almost exactly what I have in mind, and actually sketched out at work the other day. Yes I was flying, but I was bored. __________________ 2017 White f-250 COMPETITIONDIESEL.COM Bringing the best together

02-11-2010, 09:59 AM	#9
SKYNYRD Name: SKYNYRD Title: "Drunkard" Status: Not Here Join Date: May 2007 Location: Harpers Ferry, WV Member`s Gallery Posts: 5,666	i kinda like the second design but i know the first one will be a bit easier. __________________ Leonard 79 VW rabbit diesel (ALH & 4motion ) 04.5 rclb 4x4 01 & 03 VW Golf TDI 05 rcsb 2wd (in progress) ROSKOE115: "It's ain't avatar material but I'd hit it!"

02-11-2010, 10:11 AM	#12
fbilly420 Name: fbilly420 Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2008 Member`s Gallery Posts: 293	I vote clean it up and leave it open. Looks cool __________________ 2001 F250, CCSB, 4X4, auto, Forged rods Intake, exhaust, Dp tuner, van turbo, DIY big oil 2001 F250, std cab, 2wd, auto working on body engine build underway 2015 VW Passat TDI

02-11-2010, 10:48 AM	#14
CumminsPOWER Name: CumminsPOWER Title: "I'll go all in." Status: Not Here Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Canton, SD Member`s Gallery Posts: 791	I like the third design the most... I think it'd with the lines of the truck better. __________________ 01 EC/LB 2500 4x4 - In the Works - Combat Wounded Marine - Some Assembly Required

02-11-2010, 10:50 AM	#15
Dalpilot Name: Dalpilot Title: Joe Nobody! Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Member`s Gallery Posts: 11,373	IMHO, the third one looks a little too Taj Majal. __________________ 2017 White f-250 COMPETITIONDIESEL.COM Bringing the best together

02-11-2010, 11:05 AM	#16
revolutiondsl Name: revolutiondsl Title: Cat buys my Cummins parts Status: Not Here Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lafayette, IN Member`s Gallery Posts: 1,391	I go with B __________________ 03 3500 QC SB 4x4 Auto, 2.5 puller 07 Mega Cab dually4x4,Auto, 5.9 ,

02-11-2010, 11:05 AM	#17
BigTxDually Name: BigTxDually Title: Tech Status: Not Here Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: College Station, TX Member`s Gallery Posts: 295	I like both ides and looks. The race trucks of Dr. performance also have a similar hood where there is a normal cowl hood then there is another raised part for the turbo and piping on the passenger side. I think either way its going to look sweet. Cant wait to see it run down the track. __________________ JD 2003 Dodge Dually 4x4 with goodies- and a new engine thanks to Dr. Performance

02-11-2010, 11:24 AM	#18
Sprman Name: Sprman Title: Stock SUCKS!!!! Status: Not Here Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, TEXAS Member`s Gallery Posts: 456	Do both and make it out of LEXAN!!! that way you get the best of both worlds __________________ 2005 F-250 CC FX4 Lariat 4.5" with 36's and a few other items....

02-11-2010, 11:54 AM	#20
1lowdiesel Name: 1lowdiesel Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Shelbyville, In Member`s Gallery Posts: 2,019	i say make a fiberglass mold right over how it is now and just mold it onto the hood. or just raise the entire center section of the hood and have it extend to the windsheild. just cut it long ways along the side raised portion and make your own full length cowl.