Why does this hood require hood pins?

FRP hoods are lighter than factory steel, so hood pins lock the hood securely at speed and prevent flutter. They're essential for safe highway driving and are inexpensive insurance against an open-hood incident.

Will this hood work with my factory latch and hinges?

Yes. This hood uses factory mounting points and integrates with OEM hinges and latch mechanisms without modification. Your existing hardware does the work.

How much weight does this save compared to the factory hood?

FRP hoods are significantly lighter than OEM steel equivalents. The exact weight reduction depends on your baseline, but the material itself is engineered for reduced unsprung mass. Sand and prime before paint to maintain the durability of the FRP core.