*Custom Hood Poll*

[Bowman9]

As you all know nobody makes an aftermarket hood for the Marauder/Marquis/Vic, but Doug from Champion Fiberglass Products has shown interest in such a project if we can decide on "one" style of hood from the designs he already makes for other cars.
We need to choose from one of his exsisting hood designs to keep cost down, estimated cost is in the mid to high 300 dollar range.

http://www.championfiberglassproducts .com/

Doug stated in another post "If I had a commitment for 40 hoods I would eat the cost of the mold."
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=25482&highlight=hood

So I am starting this poll to get an idea of who is interested and which style is most popular. This is the first poll which will be opening for 60 days, so other polls will most likely follow to narrow down the choices.

Dual scoop Ram Air = Mach 1, Super Mach, Mach III, Stallion.


These images are for illustration purposes only, meaning no hoods actually exist.
If a hood were to be put into production the size, shape, and style may/will differ from the illustrations provided below.
These images are to give you a general idea of what the hood might look like.


Standard Raised Cowl (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood05.jpg



Cobra R Raised Cowl (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood04.jpg



Dual Scoop Ram Air (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood06.jpg



SVO 80's style Scoop (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood07.jpg



Stock Steel Hood
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruder.jpg

[Hotrauder]

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=91 81&d=1148592366

This is my favorite and the only one I would be interested in of those we have seen so far. Sorry don't know which one it is. dennis

[Bowman9]

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=91 81&d=1148592366

This is my favorite and the only one I would be interested in of those we have seen so far. Sorry don't know which one it is. dennis

That would be a Cobra R style.

[Mesencephalon]

Damn, no Mach 1, Super Mach, Mach III or Stallion?
'cause there could be some bizarre possibilities w/ that many lines on my MM :) and many hidden costs, :( LOL!
damn that Cobra R looks nice too ....

[martyo]

My credit card is in hand......

[Bowman9]

Damn, no Mach 1, Super Mach, Mach III or Stallion?
'cause there could be some bizarre possibilities w/ that many lines on my MM :) and many hidden costs, :( LOL!
damn that Cobra R looks nice too ....

Dual scoop Ram Air = Mach 1, Super Mach, Mach III, Stallion.

[markZ]

has anyone out there been able to find out if the 02 or 03 cop cars have aluminum hoods?????????????

[Fourth Horseman]

My credit card is in hand......

I'd love either a dual scoop ram air type or a raised cowl. If it's sub $400 as predicted my credit card is also on standby.

[whoskal]

Dual scoop or cowl hood and you can count me in

[DEFYANT]

has anyone out there been able to find out if the 02 or 03 cop cars have aluminum hoods?????????????

CVPIs have steel hoods. Same as the MM.

[snowbird]

Looking good so far. Voted choice number 1 .

[ctrlraven]

cobra r style for me

[sabtaj1]

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=91 81&d=1148592366

This is my favorite and the only one I would be interested in of those we have seen so far. Sorry don't know which one it is. dennis

I am in like flynn for this one.

[hdwrench]

i have a hard time visualizing some of them... maybe someone with some free time can photoshop them on a MM?

or not. :cool:

[David Morton]

I wonder what the 70's style Cobra Jet hood scoop would look like?

[O's Fan Rich]

Yep... Cobra R for me....I have a credit card too, you know.

[O's Fan Rich]

I wonder what the 70's style Cobra Jet hood scoop would look like?

Small. Maybe a Cougar Eliminator style from a 69-70.
I have a Boss 429 style scoop for my Mustang. Maybe I should remove the studs and see how it looks. I think it'll be too tall.

[MarauderTJA]

That would be a Cobra R style.

I would buy that one right now if available. Looks great!

[KAILUAZ]

I think the Cobra R Raised Cowl would look good given the soft lines of the MM and Vic. Its a more subtle look and doesn't scream "HOOD SCOOP" like you can buy on JC Whitney or some ricer shop.
So when does the production start??? :D

[MikesMerc]

I'm also very interested. The big questions, beyond styling issues, are:

How much lighter than the steel hood would the fiberglass hoods really be?

How will the hardware mounting be supported on the fiberglass?

Will the fiberglass hood require structural support ?
(Our hoods are large and fiberglass will flex).

Style is very important, but the above is also much needed 411. These additional concerns are precisely what has kept other vendors away.

[Jolly Roger]

I'm also very interested. The big questions, beyond styling issues, are:

How much lighter than the steel hood would the fiberglass hoods really be?

How will the hardware mounting be supported on the fiberglass?

Will the fiberglass hood require structural support ?
(Our hoods are large and fiberglass will flex).

Style is very important, but the above is also much needed 411. These additional concerns are precisely what has kept other vendors away.

IMHO Mike addresses some very good points.
With those issues met, I'd like to have one with just the stock appearance and be glad that I was able to knock some weight off of the front of the car.:)

[sabtaj1]

weight is not an issue for me as much as the hood fitting like the stock one with the right gapping and so on.

[Bowman9]

These images are for illustration purposes only, meaning no hoods actually exist.
If a hood were to be put into production the size, shape, and style may/will differ from the illustrations provided below.
These images are to give you a general idea of what the hood might look like.


Standard Raised Cowl (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood05.jpg



Cobra R Raised Cowl (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood04.jpg



Dual Scoop Ram Air (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood06.jpg



SVO 80's style Scoop (exactly style to be determined)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruderhood07.jpg



Stock Steel Hood
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/7/8/7/mercurymaruder.jpg

[grampaws]

Cobra r or dual Ram air...The pics certainly help!!:beer:

[BruteForce]

The "Standard Raised Cowl" is too tall. The one we've been talking about is only 2.5" tall at its highest point. Closer to the Cobra R without the extra bump on top.

[MarauderMark]

The raised cobra R cowl is starting to grow on me.Though my 1st was the dual scoop..So many choices , so little money.i dont know i'll have to think aboutit:rolleyes:

[fastblackmerc]

1st choice - Dual Scoop Ram Air

2nd choice - Cobra R

[Grifter]

i like the cobra r hood, as long as the 'gills' arent there. just a double step cowl i guess.

[FordNut]

i like the cobra r hood, as long as the 'gills' arent there. just a double step cowl i guess.
Me too....

[Bowman9]

The "Standard Raised Cowl" is too tall. The one we've been talking about is only 2.5" tall at its highest point. Closer to the Cobra R without the extra bump on top.

As stated earlier in this thread in post#1 & post#23:
These images are for illustration purposes only, meaning no hoods actually exist.
If a hood were to be put into production the size, shape, and style may/will differ from the illustrations provided below.
These images are to give you a general idea of what the hood might look like.

[BruteForce]

As stated earlier in this thread in post#1 & post#23:
These images are for illustration purposes only, meaning no hoods actually exist.
If a hood were to be put into production the size, shape, and style may/will differ from the illustrations provided below.
These images are to give you a general idea of what the hood might look like.

No criticism intended. Thanks for your help with this.

[John F. Russo]

Dual scoop style for me

[SID210SA]

1st choice - Dual Scoop Ram Air

2nd choice - Cobra R

ditto......:coolman:

[fairlane347]

I would like the cobra raised cowl hood without the dumb vent thing in the center, that does not fit our car.:rolleyes:

[Ross]

For that price range, I could be interested in one of the two "ram Air" type hoods, IF it were functional and not just cosmetic. Am I correct that these don't really have any "ram air" aspects to them but are only for looks? BTW, they DO look good, I just wouldn't spend the money for the bling factor alone.

[MarauderMark]

I like the look of the dual scoops but now wonder if the hood is fiberglass and the scoops are not opened at highway speeds would it effect the hood maybe causing cracking or falling apart which would make the hood pretty much only for show and also would it cause some kind of wind resistance?Also if it was open scoops would the effect be the same only quicker or would the hood belly?
This maybe why i have been to change my mind for the cobra raised cowl.Sorry if this sounds not right but it was roaming through my head and i thought i should ask.:cool4:

Wow thank you all for that great answer:up::rolleyes:

[whoskal]

Any news on this hood dealy???

[O's Fan Rich]

Any news on this hood dealy???

The poll is running for 60 days I believe. Patience Grasshopper, this is the closest we've come to a manufactuere actually producing a hood.

[juno]

I like the Cobra R raised cowl. It is very important to me that the vents are open to remove heat from the engine bay.

[ctrlraven]

I like the Cobra R raised cowl. It is very important to me that the vents are open to remove heat from the engine bay. +1. If I can't get a heat extractor hood like I really want for the MM, the Cobra R Raised is my only other choice.

[03marauder99vic]

Cobra R all the way.

[Shaft333]

I thought all but the stock one looked out of place.

Wasn't hood clearance a big part of the reason the 5.4 doesn't fit under the hood? If that's the case, maybe a hood that would allow that engine swap to happen.

[Dragcity]

Steel hood or Aluminum Hood. I am reasonably sure my 04 has an Aluminum hood. Wouldnt' fiberglass be heavier????

[FordNut]

Steel hood or Aluminum Hood. I am reasonably sure my 04 has an Aluminum hood. Wouldnt' fiberglass be heavier????
They have steel hoods.

[mercmatt]

i voted for the standard raised cowl. but after seeing the pics id rather have the dual scoop. someone change my vote

[Bowman9]

This poll seems to have stalled with only over 100 votes :(
The reason I set the poll up for 60 days is because I know that not everyone checks in on the site on a daily/weekly basis. And I wanted to give everyone a chance to get a vote in.

[ctrlraven]

VOTE COBRA R!!!! lol Hopefully we can get enough ppl to get both dual scoop ram air and cobra r hoods made and please everyone.

[Ross]

I'm waiting to vote until I find out whether these are strictly nice looking hoods, or whether there could be some sort of true forced air setup with some of them. For the price, I suspect that they will only be cosmetic.

[Jerry Barnes]

What happened to the hood that was being created by the control arms guys in Chicago?????

[fx2offroad]

As a future Toreador red owner......... somebody keep the miles down on theirs:beer: I am torn between the cobra r and duel scoupe. Teh cobra r seems to fit the body lines better.

[MM-INDY]

I will take either one of the first two standard raised or cobra r raised email me when you guys are going to do this thanks don

[Dragcity]

I like the dual scoop. Fits the lines best and provides for rear head cooling on both sides.....

I need this yestersday.. A rock the size of an apple bounced off my hood on the Thruway on Friday. Nice dent, big scratch dowm to the metal. I can't believe it. Now I'm gonna have paint issues.....

[Bowman9]

bump to the top

[Bowman9]

bump... I guess this thread is dead :(

[shakes_26]

"Not economically viable"

[whoskal]

poll over??

[STLR FN]

poll over??Nope: "This poll will close on 08-02-2006 at 06:58 PM"

[Tyrone Minto]

Cobra R for me

[Bowman9]

bump to the top

[Mebot]

I like the dual scoop. Fits the lines best and provides for rear head cooling on both sides.....



Agreed, although I like the standard hood as well. I dunno, I like having a sleeper car. I think it's better to let my engine and trans do the talking rather than my body modifications.

Still looks cool though. I vote for the dual scoop.

[Bowman9]

Right now it looks like it is between the "Mach 1 dual scoop" and the "cobra R cowl".
Do you think we should end this poll early and start a new one between the "Mach 1 dual scoop" and the "cobra R cowl"???

[Big D's Merc]

Looks like my aftermarket hood thread really sparked something back off again. I hope someone does make an after market hood.

[whoskal]

:beer: MACH 1 DUAL SCOOP:beer:

[ctrlraven]

VOTE Cobra R Raised Cowl!!!

http://www.mdstreetscene.com/forum/images/smilies/067.gif http://www.mdstreetscene.com/forum/images/smilies/068.gifhttp://www.mdstreetscene.com/forum/images/smilies/070.gif http://www.mdstreetscene.com/forum/images/smilies/071.gifMach 1 Dual Scoop :flamer: http://www.mdstreetscene.com/forum/images/smilies/072.gifhttp://www.mdstreetscene.com/forum/images/smilies/076.gif

[tmac1337]

Right now it looks like it is between the "Mach 1 dual scoop" and the "cobra R cowl".
Do you think we should end this poll early and start a new one between the "Mach 1 dual scoop" and the "cobra R cowl"???

I would pick one now and then do a "comittment to buy poll" to guage interest for the vendor.

[whoskal]

I would pick one now and then do a "comittment to buy poll" to guage interest for the vendor.

That's not a bad idea......How many people do we need to get this on a roll???

[Bowman9]

I was in contact with Doug (www.championfiberglassproduct s.com) via email and told him that the "Mach 1 dual scoop" and the "cobra R cowl" are neck and neck in the poll.

I also asked how close to the "photoshopped" images could he come to the real thing, seeing are hoods are wider than a mustangs.
His answer "The mach 1 would not be a problem, but to widen the cobra r may take away from the look.".

So I am at a little bit of a crossroads as what to do with this current poll.

It sounds like Doug could create a Mach1 hood that is close to the look of the photoshopped image, no problem.
But the Cobra R cowl would be a lot skinier in apperance than the image posted for illustration (basically a mustang cobra R scoop applied to the hood).

What do you guys think?

[AzMarauder]

I was in contact with Doug (www.championfiberglassproduct s.com (http://www.championfiberglassproducts .com)) via email and told him that the "Mach 1 dual scoop" and the "cobra R cowl" are neck and neck in the poll.

I also asked how close to the "photoshopped" images could he come to the real thing, seeing are hoods are wider than a mustangs.
His answer "The mach 1 would not be a problem, but to widen the cobra r may take away from the look.".

So I am at a little bit of a crossroads as what to do with this current poll.

It sounds like Doug could create a Mach1 hood that is close to the look of the photoshopped image, no problem.
But the Cobra R cowl would be a lot skinier in apperance than the image posted for illustration (basically a mustang cobra R scoop applied to the hood).

What do you guys think?

Well I favor the Mach 1 Dual inlet hood. As you say I think it would adapt the best. I posted earlier.. that I thought the lines on outboard edge of the scoops should align with the natural body line of the hood. Other than that... it is the one to go with... IMHO.

[whoskal]

Bring on the Mach 1 baby!!!

[ctrlraven]

I'm still for the cobra r only because it keeps the lines of the hood and the mach 1 with the scoops just breaks that up for me.

[Bowman9]

I guess I'll let this poll finish out, then start a new one for the two winners.

[Bowman9]

This poll will be closing soon, so get your vote in while it still counts.

The second poll will start shortly after this one.
The new poll will be a commit to buy between the two winners, but only one hood would be produced (the winner of the poll).

[MarauderTJA]

Credit card at the ready to order the Cobra R hood:D. However, if the Cobra R cannot look like the photo depicted, I would also consider the the Mach 1 hood, if, if, it could be functional to remove heat from the engine compartment.

[whoskal]

My credit card is ready!!!

[Judith Garner]

I vote for # 2 the cobra R raised Cowl it has the sleekness and goes the best to body style..I believe others are a little too much maybe good for Mustangs..Judith Garner

[Todd]

I voted for the cowl induction hood. But I guess I am in the minority.

Looks like a lot of you are voting based on looks alone.

Some of those like me need more cooling and potentially more hood clerance based on some new goodies I may be adding..

But I would buy one regardless of the design as long as it will clear.

[bigscott]

why anyone would put a hood scoop on such a gorgeous car is just plain NUTS!!! ...Leave well enough alone.

[AzMarauder]

why anyone would put a hood scoop on such a gorgeous car is just plain NUTS!!! ...Leave well enough alone.

I had some folks say the same thing about my adding a Supercharger....

Of course if they are saying anything now... I can't hear 'em due to distance or the sound of the Trilogy ! :banana2:

[Bowman9]

last chance to vote in this poll, before the new poll starts.

[bgbdwlf]

Cobra R or dual scoop for me. I voted for dual scoop but I'm starting to like the Cobra R better.

[Architect]

Stock Hood for me...
Architect

[studio460]

Wow! Cool--50 dual-scoop votes! Hurry up and make 'em so we can buy 'em! This has to be one of the best bang-for-the-buck appearance mods yet!

[studio460]

Oh! I see you've added the SVO 80's scoop. I like that even better! That would have been my first choice if it were offered initially. Too bad you can only commit to one design.

[BK_GrandMarquis]

So you don't your hopes up, this poll is over. The other one with the two options is the one going forward. This thread is older.

This is from the first post in this thread.


So I am starting this poll to get an idea of who is interested and which style is most popular. This is the first poll which will be opening for 60 days, so other polls will most likely follow to narrow down the choices.

[Bowman9]

This poll is closed.
Please follow the link below to the current poll.
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=29165&highlight=poll

Can someone please "lock" this thread.