Hemi hood scoop reinforcement bars

When I run 1/4 mile I am up at 138 with mine. The rear of the hood lifts 1.5-2". I may end up having to vent mine as well. At one time I thought about adding an air pan to the carbs and sealing them to the scoop, but with no where else for the air to go, I was afraid that it would pull it off of the hood.

-Dave

Have you ever ran your car without the hood? I was gonna test that and never did. I was curious what effect that big parachute has on et.