Vented Hood Inserts Intrest

Chuck33079 · 11-09-2017, 09:20 AM

Seriously, these are my Christmas present to myself. Let's get this ball rolling, dammit.

Take my damn money.

DeliriousClam · 11-09-2017, 09:26 AM

Seriously will the side vents be able to be purchased separately from the center?

echoshotz · 11-09-2017, 11:09 AM

That seems to be the case with most of the other models they sell. I plan to get all three, but paint match the middle vent and see how that looks. I don't like the aesthetics of the middle one, but I'm sure its very functional, so painting it is going to be my attempt to blend it into the hood.

Hotrodz · 11-09-2017, 11:42 AM

Lol, they will be coming available soon. I'm sure you will be able to purchase them as a set or separately.

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carlitos_370z · 11-09-2017, 12:06 PM

I think this are going to be my Z next mod

Jayhovah · 11-09-2017, 12:07 PM

I know the answer is probably no, but is there any chance of getting rain guards for these?
Also - how do rain guards work?

(If my question doesn't make sense, it's because I've never had a vented hood and don't know much about them).

AlWakRa · 11-09-2017, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayhovah

I know the answer is probably no, but is there any chance of getting rain guards for these?
Also - how do rain guards work?

(If my question doesn't make sense, it's because I've never had a vented hood and don't know much about them).

I am also interested in rain guards, as last track season we drove through a couple of rainy trackdays.

I may end with them any way

OptionZero · 11-09-2017, 12:37 PM

Rain guards are just a panel that attaches from underneath the hood to block the vents. Like sticking a drain plug in your sink so u can fill it up to wash the dishes, or wash a pet or whatever.

Some hoods (that are $$$) have molded channeling to divert water to safe areas.

I THINK Varis hoods do , but don't quote me on that.

OhioYJ · 11-09-2017, 12:58 PM

Anything that diverts water will also divert air. I'd be worried about this defeating the purpose of having the vents in the first place if you start blocking things too much.

You guys do realize things in the engine bay can get wet right? Some dielectric grease on electrical connectors will help prevent problems down the road, but most of the connectors are already water resistant.

If you're worried about looks, some they do make high temp clear coat to keep the aluminum from corroding?

Jayhovah · 11-09-2017, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OptionZero

Rain guards are just a panel that attaches from underneath the hood to block the vents. Like sticking a drain plug in your sink so u can fill it up to wash the dishes, or wash a pet or whatever.

Some hoods (that are $$$) have molded channeling to divert water to safe areas.

I THINK Varis hoods do , but don't quote me on that.

Thanks for the explanation!

The bolded is what I would be after as my car is a fairweather DD (doesn't usually see rain...but #Florida so it happens)

The way you are describing it, though... the channels sound like something I could fab on my own with a little fiberglass as an add-on to the underside. I wonder if anyone has one of the said $$$ hoods that I could take a look at locally...

Quote:

Originally Posted by OhioYJ

Anything that diverts water will also divert air. I'd be worried about this defeating the purpose of having the vents in the first place if you start blocking things too much.

You guys do realize things in the engine bay can get wet right? Some dielectric grease on electrical connectors will help prevent problems down the road, but most of the connectors are already water resistant.

If you're worried about looks, some they do make high temp clear coat to keep the aluminum from corroding?

Not really worried about moisture, I just like the idea of not immediately having a filthy engine compartment every time I get caught in the rain.... point taken about defeating the purpose though. It will take some thought.

Eagle · 11-09-2017, 02:07 PM

Pix of the vents installed, John's bringing the hood back to me tonight, so I'll probably install it and take some more pix of it mounted on the car tonight or tomorrow.

Jon is ready to start getting names for the group buy...so lets get the list started. If you want in on the deal reply to the most recent post that has a buyer added, copy paste the names of the others who signed up before you and add your name to the end of the list.

Once we have the list finalized he'll need a couple weeks for production.

Group by list....AND GO!!!!

Eagle

carlitos_370z · 11-09-2017, 02:17 PM

Looks great bro! I want to see now that hood installed on the Z.

BTW what is the price for the group buy?

Chuck33079 · 11-09-2017, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eagle

Jon is ready to start getting names for the group buy...so lets get the list started. If you want in on the deal reply to the most recent post that has a buyer added, copy paste the names of the others who signed up before you and add your name to the end of the list.

Once we have the list finalized he'll need a couple weeks for production.

Group by list....AND GO!!!!

Eagle
Chuck33079

How about that price, though. I mean, I'm in but it would be nice to know.

Jayhovah · 11-09-2017, 02:33 PM

Damnit that looks great. I had never intended to buy these but I don't see any way out of it now.

I'd also like to know the price and the level of difficulty for DIY installation (will there be templates or any kind of instructions?). Can we see the underside of the hood with the vents installed?

edit: Would also like to know what the normal price will be.. I am in the middle of two moves and a home renovation so if its not a substantial discount I might just wait until I am ready to install.

Chuck33079 · 11-09-2017, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayhovah

Will there be templates or any kind of instructions?. Can we see the underside of the hood with the vents installed?

This too.

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DeliriousClam A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2015 Location: NJ Age: 31 Posts: 3,758 Drives: 12 Base Sport Rep Power: 54272	Seriously will the side vents be able to be purchased separately from the center? 2011 Nismo#91, wideglideleon and redondoaveb like this. __________________ Stillen, AAM, Shine Auto, Fujimora, Swift, EVO-R, Carbon Fiber Element, Nitrous Outlet MECP Advanced: CEA26671 Most of what I post here are artistic works of fiction and falsehood. Only a fool would take anything I post here as fact.

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echoshotz Base Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 218 Drives: 14 Nismo Rep Power: 73	That seems to be the case with most of the other models they sell. I plan to get all three, but paint match the middle vent and see how that looks. I don't like the aesthetics of the middle one, but I'm sure its very functional, so painting it is going to be my attempt to blend it into the hood. __________________ 2014 Solid Red Nismo 370z Motordyne\|Synergy Composites\|Stance Suspension\|Recaro\|RJM\|EVOR

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Hotrodz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684385	Lol, they will be coming available soon. I'm sure you will be able to purchase them as a set or separately. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk Eagle and carlitos_370z like this. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

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OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,229 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	Rain guards are just a panel that attaches from underneath the hood to block the vents. Like sticking a drain plug in your sink so u can fill it up to wash the dishes, or wash a pet or whatever. Some hoods (that are $$$) have molded channeling to divert water to safe areas. I THINK Varis hoods do , but don't quote me on that. Jayhovah likes this. __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

11-09-2017, 12:58 PM	#504 (permalink)
OhioYJ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ohio Posts: 261 Drives: 2016 370Z Rep Power: 953	Anything that diverts water will also divert air. I'd be worried about this defeating the purpose of having the vents in the first place if you start blocking things too much. You guys do realize things in the engine bay can get wet right? Some dielectric grease on electrical connectors will help prevent problems down the road, but most of the connectors are already water resistant. If you're worried about looks, some they do make high temp clear coat to keep the aluminum from corroding?

11-09-2017, 02:07 PM	#506 (permalink)
Eagle Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: South Orange County, CA Posts: 885 Drives: 2011 370z Red 6MT Rep Power: 10656	Pix of the vents installed, John's bringing the hood back to me tonight, so I'll probably install it and take some more pix of it mounted on the car tonight or tomorrow. Jon is ready to start getting names for the group buy...so lets get the list started. If you want in on the deal reply to the most recent post that has a buyer added, copy paste the names of the others who signed up before you and add your name to the end of the list. Once we have the list finalized he'll need a couple weeks for production. Group by list....AND GO!!!! Eagle cooltoy, madwi, Jayhovah and 3 others like this. __________________ nismo\| EVO-R High Wing \| *Stillen* Gen 3 CAI \| SEIBON TS Hood \| Z1 34 Row Oil Cooler \| VMR 810 Wheels \| Endless MX72 Pads \|*Sabelt* GT-140 Seat \|Fly1Motorsports RS1 Fenders \| Hotchkis Front Sway Bar \| Berk HFC \|

11-09-2017, 02:17 PM	#507 (permalink)
carlitos_370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 7,157 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z SP M6 Rep Power: 7586	Looks great bro! I want to see now that hood installed on the Z. BTW what is the price for the group buy? Eagle and wideglideleon like this.

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