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12-09-2015, 01:35 AM
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Hood scoop??
Seen a few 67-72 trucks with a hood scoop. I know one advantage is more air which equals more power. Any comments or pics?
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12-09-2015, 08:15 AM
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Re: Hood scoop??
Not "more air" necessarily; "cooler air" = denser air/fuel charge = more power.
Forward facing scoops can be problematic on a daily driver, since they also can allow water to enter the engine unless precautions are taken. K
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12-09-2015, 12:38 PM
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Re: Hood scoop??
I read a study years and years ago about Ram-air verse cowl induction. The gist of the study is that the main advantage to both systems is cooler air charge. Ram-air has the disadvantage of water (rain) ingestion issues. However, Ram-air is distinctly advantageous (air pressure) above 140 mph.
So, what does this ultimately mean for us with old trucks? Very few of us spend the time fabricating a functional system so go with the one you like the looks of best. Just make sure you are not forcing water into the engine. Also, how many of us have a truck that will exceed 140mph safely and how often does that happen? In the end, go with the one that YOU think looks best on YOUR truck 
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12-09-2015, 12:52 PM
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Re: Hood scoop??
Unless the incoming cooler air is channeled directly to the carb and kept away from engine heat... a hood scoop does nothing but add something for the eye to see.
Gary
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12-09-2015, 11:21 PM
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Re: Hood scoop??
please don't cut a nice hood , plus it looks very kiddie
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12-10-2015, 01:04 AM
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Re: Hood scoop??
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12-10-2015, 11:51 PM
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Re: Hood scoop??
Not to mention adds an "Impared vision" just another reason for Mr.John Law to pull you over....you just don't need that type of attention.
Have a good one! Ben 
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