The Black Mamba
Hood Development Gallery
This gallery documents the hood's evolution from fiberglass modification and hinge development to actuator integration, carbon-fiber construction, and final paint.
Increased engine height requires extensive hood modification
Initial fiberglass hood restructuring
Hinge system fabrication takes shape
Hidden hinges support side-opening hood design
Hood latch system concealed beneath inner fender panel
Progressive Innovations actuator system enables remote hood operation
Advanced Composite Engineering begins carbon-fiber hood construction
Carbon-fiber hood alignment and fitment
Underside detail reveals carbon-fiber construction
Finished carbon-fiber hood painted and ready for installation