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Stimpy · 06-05-2020, 04:40 PM

Hi there, I am fairly new to this forum. Because I am also a new owner of a 2015 camaro rs V6.
I am Arnold and come from the Netherlands where a V8 in this kind of car is way more expensive to have and maintain.
But i am really happy to own this beautiful car.
I was once on a trip to the SEMA when I rented an camaro ss, that is when I new I had to have one here in the netherlands.

I know mine is not standard like it is now. But I really like this combination.

I also like the scoop design, but the fiber glass starts to get wobbly and I can see some cracks. So i plan on making this thing laser straight again and give it a new glossy black paint.

But as it is now, it is completely closed and pure estetics.
I would like to open it up and print some nice fitting vents for it.

But my concern is, will it serve anything if I open it up? I think it will get some heat out.

The way it is now, on rainy days it becomes an aquarium because water can't go anywhere.
But if I open it up, water will flow over the engine. I wonder what kind of problems could that result in.
Occasionally I will get some snow in there also.

Ok, I'll show some pics so you know what I am talking about.

What do you guys think of it and what are your thoughts of opening up the vents.

Valkyrie14 · 06-05-2020, 04:45 PM

Hey Arnold, the pics didn’t come through. There are some aftermarket options or putting a stock insert back in is always there too. Once pics are up it will be easier to give some advice.

Welcome to the forum!

Stimpy · 06-05-2020, 04:54 PM

Thanks, I managed to get the pics in.

InFiD3ViL · 06-05-2020, 05:22 PM

It will definitely help to keep the underhood heat down. The factory version is also supposed to help prevent front end lift at high speed on the ZL1.

My main concern would be controlling the water that drains through. The factory version usually has a drip tray that routes the water safely away from sensitive components.

Beautiful car btw.

hudson773 · 06-06-2020, 01:15 PM

you should weight the amount of work and money involved in opening it up with a PROPER drainage system vs getting an OEM SS hood, either new or used that is designed to work, not just look like it works. just my .02

Stimpy · 06-06-2020, 04:40 PM

I agree, but because i am from the netherlands everything costs 2 times what it costs in the vs.

And in my case there won't be that much money involved because I can do everything myself.

There is another thread on this forum where a lot of people add a hood vent without the proper drainage.

InFiD3ViL · 06-06-2020, 05:06 PM

It all depends on where the water is actually draining. If it is dumping onto your intake manifold and injectors or pooling next to the valve covers/intake then I would say you definitely need drainage - because who wants that?

But if it dumps in front of the engine, after the belts/accessories, it won't be nearly as much a problem. These cars have an enormous amount of room in between the accessories and radiator. Also consider how the car is stored or parked. Is it in a garage or carport most of the time?

olblue75 · 06-06-2020, 10:56 PM

Man that’s a killer interior!! I also did the 14-15 hood vent to my 2010 but you would need to find a 2014-15 SS with the vent installed and the rain tray and you would be good.

Stimpy · 06-07-2020, 03:30 PM

Thanks, at first I thought this interior was just an standard option.
But after searching the internet I can't find the same.
Do you know if this was an option or something? Or is this complete after market.

Regarding the scoop, after 6 weeks my hollidays start and then i'll take a look under the hood and see if I can make a good drain system underneith.
I think its doable.

SIM GhostrdrZ · 06-07-2020, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stimpy

Thanks, at first I thought this interior was just an standard option.
But after searching the internet I can't find the same.
Do you know if this was an option or something? Or is this complete after market.

Regarding the scoop, after 6 weeks my hollidays start and then i'll take a look under the hood and see if I can make a good drain system underneith.
I think its doable.

That’s the Pre 70’s interior option. LOL
It’s looks really good and not too much like the 70 1/2 Camaro RS I had many years ago that had deep blue diamond tucked interior. It was everywhere including roof panel. Removed it ASAP, but yours is very tasteful.
Good luck with hood vent.

06-05-2020, 04:40 PM	#1
Stimpy Drives: 2015 camaro rs v6 Join Date: May 2020 Location: Netherlands Posts: 14	After market hood scoop 2015 Camaro(and introducing myself) Hi there, I am fairly new to this forum. Because I am also a new owner of a 2015 camaro rs V6. I am Arnold and come from the Netherlands where a V8 in this kind of car is way more expensive to have and maintain. But i am really happy to own this beautiful car. I was once on a trip to the SEMA when I rented an camaro ss, that is when I new I had to have one here in the netherlands. I know mine is not standard like it is now. But I really like this combination. I also like the scoop design, but the fiber glass starts to get wobbly and I can see some cracks. So i plan on making this thing laser straight again and give it a new glossy black paint. But as it is now, it is completely closed and pure estetics. I would like to open it up and print some nice fitting vents for it. But my concern is, will it serve anything if I open it up? I think it will get some heat out. The way it is now, on rainy days it becomes an aquarium because water can't go anywhere. But if I open it up, water will flow over the engine. I wonder what kind of problems could that result in. Occasionally I will get some snow in there also. Ok, I'll show some pics so you know what I am talking about. What do you guys think of it and what are your thoughts of opening up the vents. Attached Images Last edited by Stimpy; 06-15-2020 at 02:06 PM.

06-05-2020, 04:45 PM	#2
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 962	Hey Arnold, the pics didn’t come through. There are some aftermarket options or putting a stock insert back in is always there too. Once pics are up it will be easier to give some advice. Welcome to the forum! __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, 10% Super Damper, 2.55 upper, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can, E85 corn fed, 160 Thermostat, Monster Twin Disk, MGW Short Throw shifter, Tick Clutch Master Cylinder, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.

06-05-2020, 05:22 PM	#4
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,575	It will definitely help to keep the underhood heat down. The factory version is also supposed to help prevent front end lift at high speed on the ZL1. My main concern would be controlling the water that drains through. The factory version usually has a drip tray that routes the water safely away from sensitive components. Beautiful car btw. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

06-06-2020, 05:06 PM	#7
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,575	It all depends on where the water is actually draining. If it is dumping onto your intake manifold and injectors or pooling next to the valve covers/intake then I would say you definitely need drainage - because who wants that? But if it dumps in front of the engine, after the belts/accessories, it won't be nearly as much a problem. These cars have an enormous amount of room in between the accessories and radiator. Also consider how the car is stored or parked. Is it in a garage or carport most of the time? __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

06-06-2020, 10:56 PM	#8
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,064	Man that’s a killer interior!! I also did the 14-15 hood vent to my 2010 but you would need to find a 2014-15 SS with the vent installed and the rain tray and you would be good. __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.

06-05-2020, 04:54 PM	#3
Stimpy Drives: 2015 camaro rs v6 Join Date: May 2020 Location: Netherlands Posts: 14	Thanks, I managed to get the pics in.

06-06-2020, 01:15 PM	#5
hudson773 Account Suspended Drives: 2014 camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: nj Posts: 268	you should weight the amount of work and money involved in opening it up with a PROPER drainage system vs getting an OEM SS hood, either new or used that is designed to work, not just look like it works. just my .02

06-06-2020, 04:40 PM	#6
Stimpy Drives: 2015 camaro rs v6 Join Date: May 2020 Location: Netherlands Posts: 14	I agree, but because i am from the netherlands everything costs 2 times what it costs in the vs. And in my case there won't be that much money involved because I can do everything myself. There is another thread on this forum where a lot of people add a hood vent without the proper drainage.

06-07-2020, 03:30 PM	#9
Stimpy Drives: 2015 camaro rs v6 Join Date: May 2020 Location: Netherlands Posts: 14	Thanks, at first I thought this interior was just an standard option. But after searching the internet I can't find the same. Do you know if this was an option or something? Or is this complete after market. Regarding the scoop, after 6 weeks my hollidays start and then i'll take a look under the hood and see if I can make a good drain system underneith. I think its doable.