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Old 04-25-2016, 03:57 PM   #1
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Re: Hood Shaking

Yes, post photos including from an angle to show how tight the hood is against the cowl. Realistically the springs help you open the hood, that is all they do.

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Old 04-25-2016, 06:08 PM   #2
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Re: Hood Shaking

The driver's side is what appears to be the most off.







The passenger side:
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Old 04-25-2016, 06:27 PM   #3
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Re: Hood Shaking

You might have too much HP under the hood and its trying to escape!
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You might have too much HP under the hood and its trying to escape!
Ha! I wouldn't say that 400hp is too much but it sure is fun with such little weight and 215 rear tires!

I do see a 76mm turbo in my future though 😏
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Old 04-25-2016, 10:34 PM   #5
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The driver's side is what appears to be the most off.







The passenger side:
The photos have disappeared, at least for me.


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