C63 Black Series Style hoods for 2008-2011 and 2012+ now available in Carbon Fiber.
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C63 Black Series Style hoods for 2008-2011 and 2012+ now available in Carbon Fiber.
Due to many requests I have contracted to build the new C63 Black Series style hoods in carbon fiber for the 2012+ and also retro fitted for the 2008-2011 model. Some want the option for the newer style BS hood for the older models plus its in carbon fiber. Huge weight savings for the 2008-2011 models. Excellent quality as before.
I will have two for the earlier models 2008-2011 and two for the 2012+ by the end of January 2013. PLEASE let me know if you are interested in one of these four. I want to get these out and into the market to build interest. I will work with you on the freight if you want one of these original four.
The price will be the same as the original hoods of $1595 plus freight.
Thank you again to all who already have a hood from me!!
I will do my best to make what you guys want and meet your needs.
Thanks again,
Keith
PS: Happy Thanksgiving!!
I will have two for the earlier models 2008-2011 and two for the 2012+ by the end of January 2013. PLEASE let me know if you are interested in one of these four. I want to get these out and into the market to build interest. I will work with you on the freight if you want one of these original four.
The price will be the same as the original hoods of $1595 plus freight.
Thank you again to all who already have a hood from me!!
I will do my best to make what you guys want and meet your needs.
Thanks again,
Keith
PS: Happy Thanksgiving!!
Last edited by Dads C63; Nov 21, 2012 at 09:58 AM.
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DAMN!!!!!
I just received your original hood design TODAY via DGL. I wish I would have know you had the BS series under design/construction!! I might have considered it.
However, i just unwrapped and took a look at the louvered hood. SPECTACULAR!!!
It looks to be stellar. I am very pleased and it took no time to receive.
I want to thank you many, many times for the time you put in on R&D. The quality is unreal. I hope it installs without a hitch. You are one of the men to look up to in every way. It is going to be fun to install and a lot cooler. I am worried about the rain. Will it keep the engine bay water-free? I cannot thank you enough for the hood. Kudos my man, kudos.
-jordan
I just received your original hood design TODAY via DGL. I wish I would have know you had the BS series under design/construction!! I might have considered it.
However, i just unwrapped and took a look at the louvered hood. SPECTACULAR!!!
It looks to be stellar. I am very pleased and it took no time to receive.
I want to thank you many, many times for the time you put in on R&D. The quality is unreal. I hope it installs without a hitch. You are one of the men to look up to in every way. It is going to be fun to install and a lot cooler. I am worried about the rain. Will it keep the engine bay water-free? I cannot thank you enough for the hood. Kudos my man, kudos.
-jordan
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I HAVE BEEN DYING FOR YOU TO MAKE THIS POST!! Would kill to be one of the four. When and how do I send payment to make sure that I can get my hands on one of these for the new year. PM me the details please! 
OH n btw, i would need the retro-fit version and would actually want it in non-carbon fiber if possible so I can paint it to colour match. Anyway that can happen? Any difference in pricing?
OH n btw, i would need the retro-fit version and would actually want it in non-carbon fiber if possible so I can paint it to colour match. Anyway that can happen? Any difference in pricing?
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I HAVE BEEN DYING FOR YOU TO MAKE THIS POST!! Would kill to be one of the four. When and how do I send payment to make sure that I can get my hands on one of these for the new year. PM me the details please!
OH n btw, i would need the retro-fit version and would actually want it in non-carbon fiber if possible so I can paint it to colour match. Anyway that can happen? Any difference in pricing?
OH n btw, i would need the retro-fit version and would actually want it in non-carbon fiber if possible so I can paint it to colour match. Anyway that can happen? Any difference in pricing?
Keith- care to chime in??
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It would defeat the purpose of having a CF one, as you are going to paint it. The weight difference is negligible and would destroy the "reason" to get the CF hood. CF hoods are all about the look of the CF weave. If you are planning on painting, FRP IS the way to go.
Keith- care to chime in??
Keith- care to chime in??
I cant believe Christmas came early this year, now just needs to get my hands on one!
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Couldn't agree with you more, was hoping Keith was able to provide information on whether it is available in FRP. Otherwise your absolutely right, I would not want to play around with the beauty of CF. I am sure with the lip and diffuser I already have installed it would help to accent the aggressiveness of the car.
I cant believe Christmas came early this year, now just needs to get my hands on one!
I cant believe Christmas came early this year, now just needs to get my hands on one!
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I don't have a 2012 to weigh and give you a comparison, I apologize. On the 2008-2011 it was a 40# loss. I'm not sure if the stock 2012 hood is steel or aluminum. If its aluminum the weight loss won't be as much. Here's the BS hood.
It will be this hood in carbon fiber.
Unfortunately they are not made yet so I don't have pictures yet. As soon as these four are done I'll post pictures. Thank you for your interest.
It will be this hood in carbon fiber.
Unfortunately they are not made yet so I don't have pictures yet. As soon as these four are done I'll post pictures. Thank you for your interest.
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I've got an '11 C63, and I'm interested in this. But which of the hoods are better for dissipating heat in your opinion, your original hood with the vents on the edges, or the black design, or does it not make that much difference?
I unfortunately haven't had a chance to view either yet.
Thanks!
B
I unfortunately haven't had a chance to view either yet.
Thanks!
B
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I've got an '11 C63, and I'm interested in this. But which of the hoods are better for dissipating heat in your opinion, your original hood with the vents on the edges, or the black design, or does it not make that much difference?
I unfortunately haven't had a chance to view either yet.
Thanks!
B
I unfortunately haven't had a chance to view either yet.
Thanks!
B
The original louvered/vented hood will remove heat the best. They both will be a good choice.
Lots more pictures:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c63-amg-w...ered-hood.html
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The BS series only has the 2 "nostrils". His original design, CF and FRP, will dissipate the heat much more effectively and quickly.
If heat removal is your desire, the original design wins, hands down!!
If heat removal is your desire, the original design wins, hands down!!
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I am very interested in your original louvered and vented design for my 2012 C63 coupe. I will paint it most likely so don't care about CF vs FRP. As long as it is light, strong and dissapates heat, I am happy. Please let me know via PM and we can continue discussion on the logistics.
If you only are making the BS hood for the 2012+, then please let me know anyway as my ultimate goal is heat dissapation and weight reduction.
Thanks.
If you only are making the BS hood for the 2012+, then please let me know anyway as my ultimate goal is heat dissapation and weight reduction.
Thanks.
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Please let Keith chime in. Of course this is all just opinion, but DAD, do you agree?
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There is a weight difference in the carbon fiber and FRP. With the original hood the FRP weighs a little less than half of the steel. Then the carbon fiber weighs about half the FRP so there is a difference. Its not as much but its still lighter.
If I were going to paint the entire hood then I would get the FRP. Personally, I really like the edges painted to match the car and leave the center portion carbon fiber but thats just me.
Once again, Its really a personal choice.
If I were going to paint the entire hood then I would get the FRP. Personally, I really like the edges painted to match the car and leave the center portion carbon fiber but thats just me.
Once again, Its really a personal choice.
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This completely defeats the purpose of achieving CF? The weight difference between CF and FRP is minimal. The whole reason some are produced in CF is so that wonderful CF weave is visible. Just to make you aware. Painting, almost warrants FRP, if not demands it! The CF is for looks/show, while the FRP is designed to be painted. You are not gaining weight by ordering FRP. The weight gain of painting of painting CF is negligible. I would stick to painting an FRP. CF is just sexy and needs to remain untouched. That is unless you are leaving some of the CF exposed and the rest body match. Painting over CF is like badging a C250/300/350 an AMG because it has the "sport" package. It is ridiculous to paint a CF hood, only to say/know that you have a CF hood.
Please let Keith chime in. Of course this is all just opinion, but DAD, do you agree?
Please let Keith chime in. Of course this is all just opinion, but DAD, do you agree?
I just want weight savings and vents and whatever material the hood is made in --as long as it is light and strong-- is fine by me.
Maybe I'll get the interior of the vents left in CF and the rest of the hood painted... the possibilities are endless. Maybe I'll paint it just to spite those who believe in the holiness of carbon fibre.
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Thanks for your opinion. A lot of words when I really don't care.
I just want weight savings and vents and whatever material the hood is made in --as long as it is light and strong-- is fine by me.
Maybe I'll get the interior of the vents left in CF and the rest of the hood painted... the possibilities are endless. Maybe I'll paint it just to spite those who believe in the holiness of carbon fibre.
I just want weight savings and vents and whatever material the hood is made in --as long as it is light and strong-- is fine by me.
Maybe I'll get the interior of the vents left in CF and the rest of the hood painted... the possibilities are endless. Maybe I'll paint it just to spite those who believe in the holiness of carbon fibre.
Excuse the f*ck out of me. I was just trying to help, and "kind of" echoed DAD's opinion. I just worked with him on a hood, so was just trying to help you make a decision. Figured I would help/save you some questions. I don't care what you do!!! I don't give a damn about CF!! IT"S YOUR CAR!!! This forum is all in the name of help.
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Thanks for your opinion. A lot of words when I really don't care.
I just want weight savings and vents and whatever material the hood is made in --as long as it is light and strong-- is fine by me.
Maybe I'll get the interior of the vents left in CF and the rest of the hood painted... the possibilities are endless. Maybe I'll paint it just to spite those who believe in the holiness of carbon fibre.
I just want weight savings and vents and whatever material the hood is made in --as long as it is light and strong-- is fine by me.
Maybe I'll get the interior of the vents left in CF and the rest of the hood painted... the possibilities are endless. Maybe I'll paint it just to spite those who believe in the holiness of carbon fibre.
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Hey Keith,
Thanks for the input.
I do have to say this black series hood looks awesome, do you still have a pre-facelift available, or was this a snooze & lose kinda thing?
My 2 cents though, totally agree the edges look great color matched to the car. was trying to picture this w/ iridium silver. Probably not as striking as red though.
Thanks,
B
Thanks for the input.
I do have to say this black series hood looks awesome, do you still have a pre-facelift available, or was this a snooze & lose kinda thing?
My 2 cents though, totally agree the edges look great color matched to the car. was trying to picture this w/ iridium silver. Probably not as striking as red though.
Thanks,
B
