View Full Version : New item from DSE...
Steve1968LS2
04-19-2007, 08:26 AM
I have a protype of this on Penny. Glad they are selling them now (since I get asked about mine all the time).
http://www.detroitspeed.com/productpages/indproduct/bodyprod/hood_latch.htm
The prefect complement to the hood hinges. Between Marquez, DSE and the Ring Bros there are some cool little trinkets coming on the market. :woot:
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Mr.VENGEANCE
04-19-2007, 08:28 AM
looks like body jewelry... so nice
BADVELLE
04-19-2007, 09:53 AM
What kind of washers are those used with the button head allend bolt?? Looks very nice, probably one of the ugliest parts of any care, made nice now.
What kind of horsepower increase should a guy expect with those? :box2:
Just kidding, they look good.
andrewb70
04-19-2007, 10:06 AM
What kind of horsepower increase should a guy expect with those? :box2:
Just kidding, they look good.
50HP...MINIMUM!
Andrew
derekf
04-19-2007, 10:29 AM
I don't have a Camaro to go look at (or I'd just go look), but what's different between this latch and the stock latch, other than the button-head screws and billet cup-thing?
6'9"Witha69
04-19-2007, 12:51 PM
I don't have a Camaro to go look at (or I'd just go look), but what's different between this latch and the stock latch, other than the button-head screws and billet cup-thing?The pin is a machined shiny part. I don't see that this even comes with the screws shown in Steve's pic.
BADVELLE
04-19-2007, 01:06 PM
It only comes with the pin and cap, both machined from billet, $45 on the website I believe.
harshman
04-19-2007, 04:04 PM
Not bad for one of them there cornering type cars.
BTW, your ride is the inspiring item these days. I'm not going to say that I stay awake at night with dirty thoughts but it is close.
trapin
04-19-2007, 04:36 PM
Steve...I just wanna give you a head's up but I'm ripping off your "button head allen bolt and milled aluminum countersunk washer" idea. It's just too good to pass up.
Hillco Fasteners...right?
zbugger
04-19-2007, 04:36 PM
Well, says they fit up to '81 Camaros. Looks like I'll be getting one soon.
Oh, and it should compliment the fender struts from Twist Machine very nicely. It's the cool subtle touches...
Steve1968LS2
04-19-2007, 05:45 PM
50HP...MINIMUM!
Andrew
That's only if you combine it with a sticker.. jeeze...
Hey, no rule that you can't look good and go fast :)
Steve1968LS2
04-19-2007, 05:47 PM
I don't have a Camaro to go look at (or I'd just go look), but what's different between this latch and the stock latch, other than the button-head screws and billet cup-thing?
The stainless pin and cup. I always hated the OEM one because you couldn't do anything with it that would hold up. If you painted it or powdered it then it just looked like crap after a while. Besides, this goes with the hood hinges.
Steve...I just wanna give you a head's up but I'm ripping off your "button head allen bolt and milled aluminum countersunk washer" idea. It's just too good to pass up.
Hillco Fasteners...right?
Yep, Hilllco --- talk to Ryan if you can.
http://www.hillcofasteners.com/
andrewb70
04-19-2007, 07:28 PM
That's only if you combine it with a sticker.. jeeze........
Only the chrome stickers are worth HP. The rest are worthless.
Everyone knows that....:Alchy:
Andrew
MrQuick
04-19-2007, 07:31 PM
Hey that is nice...I can't wait to get whacked by one in the forehead.
6'9"Witha69
04-20-2007, 07:58 AM
Hey that is nice...I can't wait to get whacked by one in the forehead.:lol: AAhhh, the painful truth for all real mechanics/gearheads.
Steve1968LS2
04-20-2007, 08:34 AM
Hey that is nice...I can't wait to get whacked by one in the forehead.
It hurts just the same but leaves a prettier mark. Don't ask how I know.. lol
TonyHuntimer
04-20-2007, 08:51 AM
That's a nice peice! :)
Now if they would only come out with mini-tubs for Mustangs.
:)
Tony Huntimer
Goodies-SpeedShop.com
LowBuckX
04-21-2007, 12:23 AM
68-74 Nova pin should be cheaper because they do not require the spring cup because they didnt have a spring from the factory.
Shouldnt there also be a matching jamb nut or do you use the stock one?
Steve1968LS2
04-21-2007, 06:29 AM
68-74 Nova pin should be cheaper because they do not require the spring cup because they didnt have a spring from the factory.
Shouldnt there also be a matching jamb nut or do you use the stock one?
You can use the stock one, however I went and bought a stainless one.
Can you use a spring and cup on a Nova if you want to?
LowBuckX
04-21-2007, 08:17 AM
You could but it isnt needed. The front is open unlike the camaro that is sunk in the header panel.
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