Are hood pins required for installation?

Yes. Hood pins are required to secure this panel and are not included. Verify your existing pin setup is compatible with the hood catch points before ordering.

How does carbon fiber weight compare to the factory hood?

Carbon fiber is significantly lighter than OEM steel, which reduces front-end weight and improves overall vehicle balance. The exact weight savings depends on your baseline factory hood, so measure both before and after installation if you're tracking performance gains.

Does the ZR1 V2 profile fit my current latch and hinge setup?

This hood is designed as a direct replacement using your existing factory latching points and hinges. Before installation, confirm that your vehicle's OEM hood mount hardware aligns with the catch points on this panel.