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Lmoore6165 · 07-31-2013, 07:43 PM

After checking a number of posts on the Hex Vents and looking at countless photos I was sold on getting the vents for my hood.. unfortunately I don't have the "guts" to cut a hole in my hood so I decided to check the body shop for some quotes. I heard back from them today and it was a "oh no you don't want to do that". One of the reps husbands is a GM guy and was the General manager of the Chevy dealer. He told her tell him not to do it. The pans which will catch water will leak and get water on engine compartment which can lead to rust.. the hood could warp and a couple of other things. This obviously concerned me and has me SECOND GUESSING the vents. Has anyone had any experience with the vents and what's your thoughts. I haven't seen anything out there like this but after the body shops comments...

Let me hear from you

Thnx
Lee

cornerspeed92 · 07-31-2013, 07:49 PM

OZZY did his a few months ago check with him.

Dropspeed · 07-31-2013, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cornerspeed92

OZZY did his a few months ago check with him.

But he lives in Hawaii

I love the way they look but the water intrusion is a huge concern. We have a Mustang in the fleet that has a very nice aftermarket functional shaker hood on it (picture early 2000s Mach one) and it has been on there for about 8 years now. The car is low mileage but when I went to change the plugs there was so much rust on the plugs and just crud in and around the intake manifold from water and crap getting in there I was bummed. I am casually looking for a factory hood to put it back to stock to avoid this in the future.

Matt

OzzySS · 07-31-2013, 09:51 PM

we do get rain out here :P

and i've been caught in it a few times without splash guards or engine cover now...doesn't really mess things up as much as i expected. a spray and wipe and things are good to go. however, i do try to avoid it...

regarding the warping - i could see this being an issue if you cut your holes too small and force the vents in, but if you've got them right they should drop in pretty easily. i don't see how they could cause any warping like that, and actually would be more likely to reinforce the hood, IMO. the vents themselves seem very sturdy, and i think this issue is addressed on the HPE site as well.

i know someone crafted up some vent covers for rain also...i think it was in the "what did you do to your camaro today" thread. I meant to PM him about them...if they attach somehow, i'd rather run those than splash guards

racerx1214 · 07-31-2013, 10:05 PM

Don't get the car wet and it won't be an issue.

These cars are too nice to get water on them.

Lio Martinez · 08-01-2013, 12:35 AM

I'm installing mine next week. And yes water is the main concern I just hope that they do make some racing guards

Lio Martinez · 08-01-2013, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OzzySS

we do get rain out here :P

and i've been caught in it a few times without splash guards or engine cover now...doesn't really mess things up as much as i expected. a spray and wipe and things are good to go. however, i do try to avoid it...

regarding the warping - i could see this being an issue if you cut your holes too small and force the vents in, but if you've got them right they should drop in pretty easily. i don't see how they could cause any warping like that, and actually would be more likely to reinforce the hood, IMO. the vents themselves seem very sturdy, and i think this issue is addressed on the HPE site as well.

i know someone crafted up some vent covers for rain also...i think it was in the "what did you do to your camaro today" thread. I meant to PM him about them...if they attach somehow, i'd rather run those than splash guards

Ozzy do you have the link for that thread I really want to message that member to get those rain guards

Lio Martinez · 08-01-2013, 01:17 AM

This member has the same idea that I was planning to do... Seeks like it will work

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ight=Hex+vents

67motorcat · 08-01-2013, 09:23 AM

See post #14 of this thread. The Vents cool the Engine compartment considerably.

I made these covers that install in a second if your worried about water.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...89#post5214789

Lio Martinez · 08-01-2013, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67motorcat

See post #14 of this thread. The Vents cool the Engine compartment considerably.

I made these covers that install in a second if your worried about water.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...89#post5214789

Can you make more covers!? Ill be interested to buy them.

Lmoore6165 · 08-01-2013, 01:03 PM

Guys,
Thanks for all the feedback its really appreciated. What better place to ask a question!!

67motorcat · 08-01-2013, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lio Martinez

Can you make more covers!? Ill be interested to buy them.

PM'd you very simple instructions on how to make them and where to buy the materials.!

You can do it man

67motorcat · 08-01-2013, 07:37 PM

Been getting a few PM's on how to make the covers.For some reason the original Hex Vent thread that had it before is gone?

Go to Lowes or Home depot and buy a sheet of 1/8" thick diamond plate aluminum.I think it was 24"x24".The 12" x24" piece will be too small.

Use the cut outs from the Hood and add about a 1/4" all around to make a pattern and cut them out.File and sand the edges smooth.

Drill 2 holes in the covers so that the 2" x5/32nds Machine bolts pass through the Hex mesh.Use a nylock nut to attach the bolts to the covers.

Then buy 4 knurled nuts and 4 washers to attach the vents covers when needed to the vents with out the need for tools.

Get some self adhesive weather stripping about 1/8" thick and a 1/2 wide to apply to the bottom of the covers.

I got everything I needed at Lowes.Take your time and they will come out very good.

I found a couple of old pics to help as well.

Lio Martinez · 08-01-2013, 08:00 PM

67Motorcat can u post pinturas from under the hood of how it looks when it holding ??

07-31-2013, 07:49 PM	#2
cornerspeed92 Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,188 View My Garage	OZZY did his a few months ago check with him. __________________

07-31-2013, 09:51 PM	#4
OzzySS Drives: 2013 2SS/1LE, 2004 Cavalier Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: jax, FL Posts: 1,344 View My Garage	we do get rain out here :P and i've been caught in it a few times without splash guards or engine cover now...doesn't really mess things up as much as i expected. a spray and wipe and things are good to go. however, i do try to avoid it... regarding the warping - i could see this being an issue if you cut your holes too small and force the vents in, but if you've got them right they should drop in pretty easily. i don't see how they could cause any warping like that, and actually would be more likely to reinforce the hood, IMO. the vents themselves seem very sturdy, and i think this issue is addressed on the HPE site as well. i know someone crafted up some vent covers for rain also...i think it was in the "what did you do to your camaro today" thread. I meant to PM him about them...if they attach somehow, i'd rather run those than splash guards __________________ Build thread linked in the pic...

08-01-2013, 09:23 AM	#9
67motorcat Blown Cool Breeze Drives: 2011 Black on Black 2SS M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pinehurst NC Posts: 1,027 View My Garage	See post #14 of this thread. The Vents cool the Engine compartment considerably. I made these covers that install in a second if your worried about water. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...89#post5214789 __________________ 2011 Black on Black 2SS M6 Had a 2010 IBM 2SS M6 Enjoy life.Think of all the women on the Titanic who passed up dessert.

08-01-2013, 07:37 PM	#13
67motorcat Blown Cool Breeze Drives: 2011 Black on Black 2SS M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pinehurst NC Posts: 1,027 View My Garage	Been getting a few PM's on how to make the covers.For some reason the original Hex Vent thread that had it before is gone? Go to Lowes or Home depot and buy a sheet of 1/8" thick diamond plate aluminum.I think it was 24"x24".The 12" x24" piece will be too small. Use the cut outs from the Hood and add about a 1/4" all around to make a pattern and cut them out.File and sand the edges smooth. Drill 2 holes in the covers so that the 2" x5/32nds Machine bolts pass through the Hex mesh.Use a nylock nut to attach the bolts to the covers. Then buy 4 knurled nuts and 4 washers to attach the vents covers when needed to the vents with out the need for tools. Get some self adhesive weather stripping about 1/8" thick and a 1/2 wide to apply to the bottom of the covers. I got everything I needed at Lowes.Take your time and they will come out very good. I found a couple of old pics to help as well. Attached Images __________________ 2011 Black on Black 2SS M6 Had a 2010 IBM 2SS M6 Enjoy life.Think of all the women on the Titanic who passed up dessert. Last edited by 67motorcat; 08-01-2013 at 07:50 PM.

07-31-2013, 07:43 PM	#1
Lmoore6165 Drives: Camaro 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: South Carolina Posts: 37	Hex Vents After checking a number of posts on the Hex Vents and looking at countless photos I was sold on getting the vents for my hood.. unfortunately I don't have the "guts" to cut a hole in my hood so I decided to check the body shop for some quotes. I heard back from them today and it was a "oh no you don't want to do that". One of the reps husbands is a GM guy and was the General manager of the Chevy dealer. He told her tell him not to do it. The pans which will catch water will leak and get water on engine compartment which can lead to rust.. the hood could warp and a couple of other things. This obviously concerned me and has me SECOND GUESSING the vents. Has anyone had any experience with the vents and what's your thoughts. I haven't seen anything out there like this but after the body shops comments... Let me hear from you Thnx Lee

07-31-2013, 10:05 PM	#5
racerx1214 Drives: 2018 SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 209	Don't get the car wet and it won't be an issue. These cars are too nice to get water on them.

08-01-2013, 12:35 AM	#6
Lio Martinez Account Suspended Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE IMO Turbo Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Oxnard. CA Posts: 1,747 View My Garage	I'm installing mine next week. And yes water is the main concern I just hope that they do make some racing guards

08-01-2013, 01:17 AM	#8
Lio Martinez Account Suspended Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE IMO Turbo Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Oxnard. CA Posts: 1,747 View My Garage	This member has the same idea that I was planning to do... Seeks like it will work http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ight=Hex+vents

08-01-2013, 01:03 PM	#11
Lmoore6165 Drives: Camaro 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: South Carolina Posts: 37	Guys, Thanks for all the feedback its really appreciated. What better place to ask a question!!

08-01-2013, 08:00 PM	#14
Lio Martinez Account Suspended Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE IMO Turbo Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Oxnard. CA Posts: 1,747 View My Garage	67Motorcat can u post pinturas from under the hood of how it looks when it holding ??