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Interior/Exterior Go back to stock hood scoop?

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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 05:55 AM
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Go back to stock hood scoop?

Didnt want to post this in modifications just because I think I will get everyone telling me to do something crazy! I have a extreem scoop, and its just too big, I like the look of the stock one better, what do you guys think. Its dark grey and I would do it in black for the scoop.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 06:09 AM
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I like the look of the stock scoop personally. I plasti-dipped mine black that way I can go back to red should I choose to. If you don't like the look of the extreme scoop as much as the stock, then go for the change.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 06:14 AM
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Checked out your Gallery and have to agree -- I think the stock scoop would be an improvement. Recommend you go with a Satin Black to match the finish of the grill work, which you could achieve either with paint or a vinyl wrap. The problem with a satin finish is that it might clash with the gloss of the bonnet stripe.

For that matter I think a majority of the single-stripe configurations I've seen are on the same side as the driver as a visual aid (either real or perceived) rather than as you have. Might want to put some creative juices to work here. In the end, as 100 says you need to go with what you like best.

Your tire-wheel set up looks great.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 07:10 AM
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Yep, that scoop is too big.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 07:39 AM
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Thanks guys, yeah the stripes are actually gone now, really liked them but installed like crap from previous owner so had to pull em, the big problem is now FINDING a stock scoop from someone! Why is that so hard!!!
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 09:09 AM
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ok so what do you think, stock or m7 for a little more aggressive but not as crazy as the one i have.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 02:11 PM
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Moss Mini carries the stock scoop for $90:

http://www.mossmini.com/Shop/ViewPro...eIndexID=87244
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 02:18 PM
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I have a perfect Chili-Red stock scoop that I removed around 3K miles so it's perfect.

PM me if you want to buy it for $40 (plus shipping).
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 02:22 PM
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Check the marketplace. I think there are a few stock scoops up for sale.
 
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