Do I need hood pins for this panel?

Yes, hood pins are required. FRP hoods benefit from pin retention during high-speed driving and track use to prevent lift. Choose pins that match your desired hood height and latch engagement.

Will this work with my factory hood latch and hinges?

This hood mounts to factory hinge points and accepts OEM latch hardware. Before installation, verify that your existing latch mechanism sits at the correct height on the hood's new nose profile — minor latch adjustment may be needed for optimal engagement.

How much lighter is FRP than the stock hood?

FRP hoods are significantly lighter than OEM steel, reducing front-end mass and improving weight distribution. The exact weight savings depends on your specific vehicle's factory hood specification — weigh both panels if precision data is critical for your build.