For the guys running up pipes through the hood, what are u guys using for heat protection around the hood where you cut the hole? Any tips and tricks would be greatly appreciated

 

Nothing.

 

^^ Same although when I switch to a CF hood I will most likely add a heat ring

 

yeah thats what I'm talking about. Where could I get these heat rings from or the material to make one

 

just make a templet out of something u can trace the hole onto...then get a sheet of whatever material you decide to make it out of anf cut it out....

 

Yea. Just cut it yourself, drill, and rivet. I think if you have the pipe actually exit the hood (not flush cut, or sitting slightly below the hood surface), youll have less problems. Ive practically melted my CF hood, because it was sitting slightly below flush. I dont think its the pipe. Its more so the flames and exhaust gas.