JT93 Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 I'm looking to remove my hood scoop to replace the hood stripe that was ruined last fall while the car was getting detailed and waxed. I figured I might as well take care of all the upgrades/repairs at one time before I take the car in for painting in a month or so. I've read through a couple threads on what others have done, I'm just looking to see if there are any updates on what the proper removal of the rivets is - I don't want to ruin the hood scoop by having a rivet head spin. I'm going to be taking the hood off the car (and the hood blanket) to help get a better angle at the rivet heads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FILF Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Wish I had an answer for you, I'm gonna follow this thread as I'm going to replace my stripes next month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redlinetoys Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I just used a good quality 1/8 inch drill bit and drilled at a medium speed with very light pressure. No problem at all. Be gentle as you only want to go through the robot and no further. Not that bad at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewnagle1964 Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I just used a good quality 1/8 inch drill bit and drilled at a medium speed with very light pressure. No problem at all. Be gentle as you only want to go through the robot and no further. Not that bad at all. This ^^^^^^^ Take your time and I went ahead and got 2 brand new bits so I knew they would be sharp I did not remove the hood and was fine (hood blanket was already gone) just laid a blanket over the engine to catch the shavings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT93 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Andrew, did you use a 1/8 inch bit as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
young768 Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Before you start, which version of the hood scoop do you have? It makes a big difference as the original scoop is not riveted on, it actually has 8 bolts underneath the scoop holding it on. If you have the replacement scoop, 2nd and 3rd gen. they were riveted on. I have pics of my original scoop being replaced if you need them for reference. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT93 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I'm not sure which generation I have. I do know that it is riveted on. I know because the dealer that had to replace the front end was an and tried to send the original hood back without taking the scoop off because it was riveted on and "too much work." Needless to say, the car hasn't been back since and I'm still trying to fix the things they did wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT93 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Also, what size rivets should I use? I saw in another thread the size was 1/8 x 3/4, is that correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Greenwell Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Some of us used rivet nuts with good results, might search for that thread....... GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbytexan Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I had the dealer replace my scoop several years ago.the dealer didn;t remove my hood. Just be sure and use a new drill bit .I don't remember what size rivets they used. Good -Luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Greenwell Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 If you have the option, I would remove the hood, I did on mine, it will make installation/removal easier and keep debris out of your motor area. GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT93 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I'm going to remove the hood just for piece of mind if nothing else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewnagle1964 Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Can't remember the drill bit size, I also used RivNuts and the Rivet Nut Tool I will look and see I I can find what size Riv nuts I used and if I can find the tool I will send it to you Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT93 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Thanks Andrew! That's very generous of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyDW Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Rivenuts here as well 8/32 (McMaster Carr) also countersunk the button heads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT93 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Rivenuts here as well 8/32 (McMaster Carr) also countersunk the button heads. What's the reasoning for countersinking the button heads? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Greenwell Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 I think I still have ole devil bunny's tool in my box as no one needed it after I borrowed it. GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyDW Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 What's the reasoning for countersinking the button heads? Near the corners of the scoop there is a large radius and the screws sit up off the surface. Other than that just my preference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Can't remember the drill bit size, I also used RivNuts and the Rivet Nut Tool I will look and see I I can find what size Riv nuts I used and if I can find the tool I will send it to you Andrew Saw the website, but not understanding what the rivnut tool does exactly. Is it necessary? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewnagle1964 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 Saw the website, but not understanding what the rivnut tool does exactly. Is it necessary? It slowly draws up the nut and works great ! I can't find mine but it is here somewhere, basement, garage or work....ughhh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FILF Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 Rivenuts here as well 8/32 (McMaster Carr) also countersunk the button heads. Would like to know which ones you purchased as I will be replacing my stripes next month as well. http://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-rivet-nuts/=lup5ij Thanks, Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffIsHereToo Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 Would like to know which ones you purchased as I will be replacing my stripes next month as well. http://www.mcmaster....et-nuts/=lup5ij Thanks, Matt I can't say enough that, no matter how much a PITA it is, that you read though the "hood scoop" and "stripe threads" found here. There have been many options tried and tricks applied. Only some of which have been noted here. Point being you have options and it's important to now only know what has worked well, but also what hasn't, and potentially save you a lot of grief. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyDW Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 Would like to know which ones you purchased as I will be replacing my stripes next month as well. http://www.mcmaster....et-nuts/=lup5ij Thanks, Matt This one if I remember correctly. http://www.mcmaster.com/#94020A319 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted March 18, 2013 Report Share Posted March 18, 2013 I think I still have ole devil bunny's tool in my box as no one needed it after I borrowed it. GG I completely forgot! (I've got another one anyway!) As stated above, double-check that your scoop is indeed riveted on - no sense in drilling out FAKE rivets! I also think rivnuts are the way to go - easy on, easy off! I went ahead and chopped a hole in the hood so my Chip Beck scoop is "functional"! (Note larger holes were from original scoop) Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FILF Posted March 18, 2013 Report Share Posted March 18, 2013 This one if I remember correctly. http://www.mcmaster.com/#94020A319 Thank you, I appreciate the reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyDW Posted March 19, 2013 Report Share Posted March 19, 2013 Thank you, I appreciate the reply. Your Welcome. Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikbur Posted April 11, 2013 Report Share Posted April 11, 2013 Hi everyone, I have a 2007 SGT with the original rubber? scoop that is screwed at the front and bolted on in the other areas. Instead of rivets it has stainless screws around the perimeter with only the two front penetrating the hood and held with place with lock nuts. I bought a new scoop from Shelby. It is fiberglass and came with no holes drilled, set of pop rivets and a roll of black tape for the stripe. It came with no instructions and a verbal recommendation from Shelby to have a body shop install it or follow threads on the forum. I cannot find any information that is complete, just some sad stories of tape wrinkling or multiple body shop attempts before satisfaction. Has anyone out there seen detailed instructions on how to get this done right? Thank you, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted April 12, 2013 Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 Hi everyone, I have a 2007 SGT with the original rubber? scoop that is screwed at the front and bolted on in the other areas. Instead of rivets it has stainless screws around the perimeter with only the two front penetrating the hood and held with place with lock nuts. I bought a new scoop from Shelby. It is fiberglass and came with no holes drilled, set of pop rivets and a roll of black tape for the stripe. It came with no instructions and a verbal recommendation from Shelby to have a body shop install it or follow threads on the forum. I cannot find any information that is complete, just some sad stories of tape wrinkling or multiple body shop attempts before satisfaction. Has anyone out there seen detailed instructions on how to get this done right?Thank you, Mike Mike, PM me your email address, I'll send you the Install Instructions. No problem. Jer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveWms Posted January 11, 2016 Report Share Posted January 11, 2016 Is Jer still here? I'd like to get a copy of his scoop install directions, but the system won't let me message him. DaveWms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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