American Car Craft Pontiac G8 Hood Panel Polished Vented Base GT GXP 2008-2009 User Manual
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1. Remove the hood. Mark the bolt head locations to the factory hood bracket with a fine marker.
In order to remove the hood successfully you will need three people, two to hold the hood secure at
both sides and one to remove the bolts. Before you remove the hood prepare a sturdy table with a nice
soft quilt or blanket to protect the paint. Remove the hood and set it face down exposing the underside.
2. Remove the factory hood liner. This will NOT be reused. Don’t worry the new stainless hood panel will
provide an adequate thermal barrier and will protect the paint from engine heat.
3. Spray a little flat black paint over the hood vent area to darken these two spots. This will create the
best look for the new panel vent grilles.
4. Apply a couple of golf ball size blob of clear 100% silicone to the top center areas of the factory hoods
sub frame. When these cure against the new hood panel they will provide a nice stable bond to the top
area of the hood and reduce vibration. If you like you can apply the silicone to other areas of the sub
frame as well. Carefully set the hood panel in place centering it perfectly. You have been provided with
six 3/8” #8 pan head screws and six chrome screw covers and sockets. Because the sub frame is made of
a very thin metal you will be able to self tap the screws right into the sub frame using a good screw gun.
5. Insert all of the screws into the white nylon sockets provided. Hold the end of the screw gun tip and
screw so that you stabilize the screw as you apply strong pressure to install the screw. This will prevent
you from slipping as you install the screw. If you prefer you can predrilled the hole locations with a 1/8”
drill bit but be VERY careful not to poke the hoods outer skin! After all six screws have been installed
remove the protective liner and then snap on the chrome screw covers to finish the installation. Then
simply reinstall the hood.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Note: Care must be taken when cleaning your hood panel. It is a good idea to lightly dust your panel
with a clean soft cloth first in order to prevent any particles from scratching it. Then wipe (using a new
clean soft cloth) with a good quality streak free glass cleaner. SEE CARE SHEET!
If any questions or problems occur during installation, please contact American Car Craft at
727-861-1500.
Thank You and Enjoy Your Purchase!
AMERICAN CAR CRAFT
18924 SAKERA RD HUDSON FL 34667
Phone: 727 861-1500 Fax: 727 861-1520