Why do hood pins come separately?

Hood pins are not included because their length and diameter depend on your choice of fastening hardware and whether you're running a latch-only or dual-pin setup. Measure your hood thickness and existing latch geometry, then source pins that match your security preference — racing teams typically run dual pins; street builders often stick with the factory latch alone.

Will this hood work with my factory latch and hinges?

Yes. This hood uses factory hinge and latch mounting points without modification. Bolt it on using your existing hardware, then adjust the hinge angles as needed to align the hood flush with the fenders and bumper.

How does FRP weight compare to the factory hood?

FRP is significantly lighter than factory steel, which lowers front-end mass and improves weight distribution. The exact weight savings depends on thickness, but you'll notice the difference when manually opening and closing the hood.