71 Ranchero Hood Scoop Recommendation
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Topic: 71 Ranchero Hood Scoop Recommendation
Posted By: Jordanbrown123
Subject: 71 Ranchero Hood Scoop Recommendation
Date Posted: 27-May-2021 at 10:16AM
Looking to put a scoop on this thing. I tried twice to make my own out of sheet steel, but was never happy with it. I'd like to be able to drive the thing worry free in the rain or just be able to park it outside in the rain. Anyone know of some scoop styles that will look good? Preferably bolt on or bond on scoops.   ------------- 71 Ranchero, 351w. |
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Posted By: Jordanbrown123
Date Posted: 27-May-2021 at 10:17AM
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Oops, didn't realize those were sideways... ------------- 71 Ranchero, 351w. |
Posted By: 72 RS 351
Date Posted: 27-May-2021 at 10:40AM
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Are there any reproductions of the late 60's hood scoops? Those were great looking and many could cover that hole size you have there. ------------- Don 73 Ranchero "Sport 72 front end", floor shift/console, planning EFI 7000 rpm 351 stroker 73 Ranchero GT 351C-4V &4R70W for sale later. 92 Lincoln Mark VII SE GTC, OBDII 347/4R70W |
Posted By: californiajohnny
Date Posted: 27-May-2021 at 10:45AM
looks like you're wanting one for filter clearance? and some style but no water getting in???? if you have any yards near by with older cars i'd suggest a factory bolt on scoop from a 79 mustang?  ------------- JOHN 74 GRAN TORINO S&H CLONE 74 VETTE CUSTOM 90 S10 BLAZER 4X4 LIFTED 77 CELICA CUSTOM 75 V8 MONZA SUPERCHARGED 79 COURIER VERT. SLAMMED 75 VEGA V6 5 SPD 70 CHEV C10 P/U 68 MUSTANG FB CONVERSION |
Posted By: Jordanbrown123
Date Posted: 27-May-2021 at 5:20PM
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Alright thanks, ill check em out ------------- 71 Ranchero, 351w. |
Posted By: Jordanbrown123
Date Posted: 27-May-2021 at 6:42PM
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Definitely lookin for a Mach 1 style scoop I'm thinkin. Just need to find one that's large enough ------------- 71 Ranchero, 351w. |
Posted By: californiajohnny
Date Posted: 27-May-2021 at 7:43PM
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those factory scoops like i posted a pic of are about 24" x 25" and like 1 1/2- 2" tall IIRC they were on 79-82 mustangs i used to see them alot at yards and swapmeets years ago... if you can't find an original there is a guy in canada that makes handlaid reproductions of those ... ------------- JOHN 74 GRAN TORINO S&H CLONE 74 VETTE CUSTOM 90 S10 BLAZER 4X4 LIFTED 77 CELICA CUSTOM 75 V8 MONZA SUPERCHARGED 79 COURIER VERT. SLAMMED 75 VEGA V6 5 SPD 70 CHEV C10 P/U 68 MUSTANG FB CONVERSION |
Posted By: n2fordwagons
Date Posted: 28-May-2021 at 12:26AM
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Maybe a 69-70 Boss 429 or Cougar Eliminator scoop? They're available aftermarket. http://https://www.cjponyparts.com/hood-scoop-fiberglass-unpainted-bolt-on-boss-429-1969-1970/p/HDSC3/?year=1970&gclid=CjwKCAjwqcKFBhAhEiwAfEr7zQQFmFzUHiUnMPl_6RrQMeMWEGf5rYtnxzq820Vbuu8-o-6Ju-zixxoCHvIQAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow - https://www.cjponyparts.com/hood-scoop-fiberglass-unpainted-bolt-on-boss-429-1969-1970/p/HDSC3/?year=1970&gclid=CjwKCAjwqcKFBhAhEiwAfEr7zQQFmFzUHiUnMPl_6RrQMeMWEGf5rYtnxzq820Vbuu8-o-6Ju-zixxoCHvIQAvD_BwE I think the Mach 1 scoop might be a little small. Like John mentioned, maybe the 79-82 Mustang scoop. Maybe available aftermarket? There was a scoop exclusive to 83 Mustang GTs, but they're hard to find. It faced backwards, like a cowl induction scoop. But, could probably be turned either direction. https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/1983_ford_mustang_gt_5-0_15762761595e8f93aad47a19eIMG_2908.jpg?fit=940%2C626" rel="nofollow - https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/1983_ford_mustang_gt_5-0_15762761595e8f93aad47a19eIMG_2908.jpg?fit=940%2C626 Or, keep an eye out for a 70-71 Torino GT hood. ------------- Jeff 72 base Torino (modified) 72 Gran Torino Squire |
Posted By: Jordanbrown123
Date Posted: 02-June-2021 at 10:26AM
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https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-wl20467%20" rel="nofollow - https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-wl20467
Perhaps this one will work. Has the right dimensions ------------- 71 Ranchero, 351w. |
Posted By: Jordanbrown123
Date Posted: 02-June-2021 at 11:25AM
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I am worried however, the ridges in the hood may cause some headache when putting this on... ------------- 71 Ranchero, 351w. |
Posted By: californiajohnny
Date Posted: 02-June-2021 at 10:30PM
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http://www.showcars-bodyparts.com/index.html" rel="nofollow - http://www.showcars-bodyparts.com/index.html ------------- JOHN 74 GRAN TORINO S&H CLONE 74 VETTE CUSTOM 90 S10 BLAZER 4X4 LIFTED 77 CELICA CUSTOM 75 V8 MONZA SUPERCHARGED 79 COURIER VERT. SLAMMED 75 VEGA V6 5 SPD 70 CHEV C10 P/U 68 MUSTANG FB CONVERSION |
Posted By: Rockatansky
Date Posted: 03-June-2021 at 2:25PM
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i think the angular nose of the 71 would lend itself well to the 72 GT frankenhood treatment, it would look like a stock 71 hood on steroids http://www.classicautomall.com/vehicles/956/1971-ford-torino-gt" rel="nofollow - https://www.classicautomall.com/vehicles/956/1971-ford-torino-gt ------------- 72 GT Ute |