used shaker hood - whats it worth?

[miketyler 15]

Am told this hood is an original shaker hood. Looks to be missing the thin molding around the edge of the opening. Has twist lock holes that looks to possibly be added. Also has some damage on the front that has been repaired and isn't seen when the trim is installed.

 

I have not seen this yet in person and am planning to go look at it tomorrow. Do any of you see anything I should be concerned with? What do you think its worth from the pics?

[BuckeyeDemon 211]

the holes for the twist locks look really big. i'm not that familiar with 70 hoods though.

 

based on the way the mud looks at the edge, i wouldn't be surprised if there is some ugliness under there.

 

i also wouldn't be surprised if the back edges will need some help after resting it on the ground by the edges.

 

i have no idea what it's worth. looks workable though.

[Mike65 475]

Mike,

When you go to look at it be careful & take a good look at the front edge. Take a magnet with you & check to see how far back from the front edge the bondo goes.

[428scj 10]

Looks to be a mess..Way to much mud and the holes in the lip would need to be welded in.The aftermarket hoods are a great fit.Just buy the template from ebay and cut the ram style yourself.

[miketyler 15]

My standard scoop hood is so nice, I hate to cut it. Seller is asking $100 for it. If nothing else, I thought I could use to fit my shaker. Do you all agree its probably worth $100 anyway, right?

Edited October 30, 2011 by miketyler

[jmlay 80]

Mike,

 

I am with the rest of the group. I would pass, especially if it need to be shipped.

[miketyler 15]

No this is local sale. This guy is about 140 mile round trip for me though.

Edited October 30, 2011 by miketyler

[Mike65 475]

Mike, if you really want it offer him $50.00 & see what he says, if not put the $100.00 towards getting a repro hood.

Mike.

[fastwayfirebird400 14]

It seems the shaker hood was stamped out and has a 1/8 inch small edge that points down towards the ground ( I suppose that's how you can tell a true factory shaker from one cut out from a template. Not that big of a deal unless your building a car to compete for gold awards. If you don't care then no big deal.

Depending on what's under the filler you could have a little bit of work ahead of you or very little. Buckeye made a good point check the back corners they may be hammered flat from being moved around and stored like that. Hoods always need to lay on their side edge.

[miketyler 15]

My problem has been getting the time to take the road trip to go see it. I don't mind a little mud and although the pics aren't conclusive, I'd think if it was really extensive the underside structure would show damage as well.

 

Checking mine, the hood lock holes size seem to be close. Hood is stored flat, stood up to take pics. With a repo hood 4x as much, I think it's worth looking at.

[BuckeyeDemon 211]

It seems the shaker hood was stamped out and has a 1/8 inch small edge that points down towards the ground ( I suppose that's how you can tell a true factory shaker from one cut out from a template. Not that big of a deal unless your building a car to compete for gold awards. If you don't care then no big deal.

 

hmm. my shaker hood didn't have this 1/8" lip from a stamping. more like a burr. does your hood have this?

[Grabber70Mach 107]

If the holes are for 70 twist locks you would have to patch it to use the 69 pins, I think it would be a real pain to do.

[miketyler 15]

What is the difference? I thought they were both the same.

[BuckeyeDemon 211]

What is the difference? I thought they were both the same.

 

70's use twist locks, 69's use pins and lanyards.

[Grabber70Mach 107]

70's use twist locks, 69's use pins and lanyards.

 

Correct I had to drill the 69 hood openings to fit my 70 twist locks.

[miketyler 15]

Ok, am kicking this one around again. Found a "real" shaker hood only minutes from my home. It is rusted top and bottom like a car that has sat out in direct contact with the elements but not rusted thru (that I could tell) No dents but pretty much is going to need blasting top and bottom sides.

 

The seller believes this part to be worth over $1000. I know you guys all told me I should cut my losses and get the repo hood but now I need to know. What would such a hood in this condition be worth?

[1969 Mach1 14]

I don't know what this second hood is worth. It looks like a 1970 hood with the large holes for the twist lock hood latches. I hope you need it for a 1970 and not a 1969.

[miketyler 15]

Yes, needing it for a 70. Was hoping somone on this board would know what a real shaker hood might sell for today. I would deduct for condition, I just need a reference point.

 

The guy with the hood today seemed convinced and I really didnt have any information to present otherwise other than price ranges for repops. Just looking for a reality check here...if you had an original 70 shaker hood, in clean condition with no rust, ready to sand, prime and paint, what would your asking price be?

Edited November 13, 2011 by miketyler
rephrased question

[prayers1 153]

Me personally, the value gain isn't really there. You can get an original Ford tooling hood in better condition and after it's painted who's really gonna look or even care.

 

If your so bent on getting this hood, I would make sure that it fits proper. It may be warped or crowned.

 

Don't take it personal, this is only MY opinion.

[miketyler 15]

Yes, got all that earlier. Not bent on this, just need to know if $1k is the going rate for a real hood. Simple question I think.

[prayers1 153]

It seems like you really want this hood. If he wants $100, then give $75, you have nothing to lose. I don't have a shaker hood, I would buy this one for my project if it was close by and you didn't want it. If you got the cash and are replacing a lot of metal, then I would buy a FORD tooling one.

I've bought other things that I regretted for a lot more, so it's a personal choice.

[miketyler 15]

Uhhhh...he is asking $1000.00 and believes this is what they go for. I just need to know if he's right. Simple enough? I have no intention of purchasing any hood for that price.

[prayers1 153]

Sorry for misunderstanding. Post #5 says 100.

For $1000, I'd walk away.

[miketyler 15]

That was the first hood. It was different seller,a distance away and had minor damage and bondo on nose. This second hood looks straight but is rusty.

[jwscarab 20]

I really dont know what the original shaker hood is worth. I did sell a perfect condition oem hood - stampings and all - non shaker (Mach1 hood scoop holes) to a guy for $450. Then he paid $150 to have it shipped to Minnesota. So if thats a gage, he had $600 in a non-shaker.

 

Hope this was of some help.