I like the looks of the big block hood. But i am thinking about going to ram-air. I dont like the ram-air hood as much as the big block hood. Would the performance increase of the ram-air be better than a "nicer" hood?

 

It hard to save how much of an acutal "performance" gain u are going to notice from a new hood.

I personnally like the Big Block Hood as well, however neither the cowl or the ram air are functional.

If ur looking for a nice hood for cooling, i personally would recommend a cowl hood. Good for disipating heat.

 

go for the looks, if you like the big block hood go for it. the ramair hood doesnt really add much for horsepower.

 

There is a functional big block hood out there...but its over a grand...can't remember where I found it...

You're going to see losses if you go with any airbox kit that comes with a ram air hood because of heated incoming air from the hot engine...

 

Thanks guys. Guess i'll save several grand to get a big block hood and new paint job.

 

I have found big block hoods for $388....just for looks...

 

Hoods are pretty cheap, but its that green to silver color change that will make me reach deep into my pockets.

 

true enough

 

www.rksport.com I believe they have a big block hood that can be cut open. Plus, you'll save about 35 lbs over the stock hood.

 

If your going to save several grand on a big block hood and a new paint job, why dont u just use that several grand on some awsome heads, port the heads, or even supercharge it.

 

The hood is $595...

http://www.rksport.com/prod_detail.p...03&view=detail

You can make it functional by grinding out the opening which they make strong enough.

Spend $150-$200 on paint.

For $800 max, you lightened up the front end by 35 lbs and have a functional big block hood.