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07-24-2001, 10:05 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2001
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Ram air hood?
What do some of you think of Ram-Air hoods? I was thinking about the hood that has the same scoop as regular Stang w/ one scoop, not the two all the way in the front. Do they really help in giveing hp? The only reason I ask, might sound dumb, but what if it is raining outside? Is there a switch or something to keep the air/water from getting into your engine?   [This message has been edited by #1 Pony (edited 07-24-2001).] |
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07-24-2001, 10:32 AM
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The Dude
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Arlington, VA
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i don't think its a problem as hood induction scoop, shaker hoods and the like, have been around for a long time. now what can be dangerous is one of the ram-air kits thats low to the ground, cause you hit a puddle, that mutha scoops up the water......
------------------ 90LX AOD Convertable: Lakewood control arms, FMS springs. Best 1/4: 15.277@92.25 (2.27 60') AIM: dinomite1, roadracestang dinomite@softhome.net |
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07-24-2001, 12:17 PM
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He said Member...heh, heh
Join Date: Sep 1999
Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A.
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I have the one from Cervinis (Stormin Normin 2" ram air)
I was always worried about rain as well, I live in S. Florida, so as you know it rains alot here... I have never had a problem with rain, I've even gone through automatic car washes before, and no problems!!  ------------------ Joe! 1988 GT, 167,000 miles!!! 13.58@105mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com 99 Ninja ZX-6R:10.32@135mph! 1993 Olds Eighty Eight LSS 16.40@88.8mph  |
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07-24-2001, 04:07 PM
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I asked a hood manufacturer that same question(years ago), he said that the K&N filter was oiled up and that would repell the water. I never did decide on one though.
JL1314, how long have you had that hood? My mechanic said that the ram air hoods always seem to crack and I'd be better off with a 4" cowl. Do you have any cracks of any kind? ------------------ Rick My 89lx(updated 7/20/2001) My 97 Cobra |
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07-24-2001, 07:32 PM
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Registered Member
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Tallahassee,Florida,USA
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yea they prolly crack cus they are fiberglass...kinda makes sense
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07-25-2001, 03:33 AM
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He said Member...heh, heh
Join Date: Sep 1999
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I've had it for about two years now, i guess. I don't have any cracks yet!  *knock on wood!!* |
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07-25-2001, 11:52 AM
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The Dude
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Location: Arlington, VA
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 jeez, i'd be afraid it would force water into the motor. i tried an automatic car wash once  , good think i thought about it beforehand and brought a towel!  ------------------ 90LX AOD Convertable: Lakewood control arms, FMS springs. Best 1/4: 15.277@92.25 (2.27 60') AIM: dinomite1, roadracestang dinomite@softhome.net |
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07-25-2001, 12:01 PM
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He said Member...heh, heh
Join Date: Sep 1999
Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A.
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LOL, Automatic car washes definitely require a towel for most older style mustangs I think!! I have water spraying in around every seal when that high pressure water hits it!!!!! |
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