CCS86
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New direction today. Since we are dealing with a more narrow cowl, I think a single extractor like the newer GT500 is a better bet. After spending a lot of time looking for a generic extractor vent and finding either super cheap, or very expensive pieces, I think making my own is the way to go.
I'm thinking that .100" 6061 aluminum sheet would be a good bet. I can use a sheet metal break to shape the pieces, then weld it together, and either paint or powder coat it (black, or even white). I can taper the flange thickness so it blends well into the hood, and secure it with small rivets. The hood is aluminum correct? So I won't have to worry about different expansion characteristics.
The actual vent portion will be vertical, or even inclined backwards, with an integrated catch lip and drain tube, to direct water when the car is parked in the rain.
I'm thinking that .100" 6061 aluminum sheet would be a good bet. I can use a sheet metal break to shape the pieces, then weld it together, and either paint or powder coat it (black, or even white). I can taper the flange thickness so it blends well into the hood, and secure it with small rivets. The hood is aluminum correct? So I won't have to worry about different expansion characteristics.
The actual vent portion will be vertical, or even inclined backwards, with an integrated catch lip and drain tube, to direct water when the car is parked in the rain.