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Old 08-07-2002, 11:03 PM
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Question Hood Scoop Chrome Treatment

Has anyone seen or acquired one ofthe chrome hood scoop treatments? I saw one in Houston on a Black. He told me it came from Ford, but the website, parts department at my dealer and other resources don't seem to know anything about it.
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Old 08-08-2002, 12:57 AM
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from what i hear, if you order the "Silver" scoop thats actually chrome. there are posts about it on here somewhere.

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Old 08-08-2002, 05:12 AM
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The part number for the chrome bezel is
1W6Z-16C630-BAA. As stated they will have it listed as silver, but it is chrome. Hope that helps. Mike

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Old 08-08-2002, 08:10 AM
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Thanks, guys. I'll find it now.
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Old 08-08-2002, 08:58 AM
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Although the bezels used to sell for $60-75 each, Ford has doubled the price. I was, however, able to order one in early July from Fuller Ford (location unknown) for $100 instead of the usual $120-140 that you'll be quoted locally. Their phone number is 1-888-893-7505 and ask for Rick or Ron in the parts department.

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Old 08-08-2002, 10:15 AM
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G-Bird, I have recently installed the chrome bezel on my blue bird and it looks great! Just be careful removing the underhood mat retaining buttons, the mat can be easily damaged, it has a foil coating on the top side. It helps if you have two people so that one can support the loose mat while you remove the existing bezel (again be careful of the retaining clips on the bezel). I got mine through my local dealer for $100.00 vs. the $143.00 list. Good luck!!
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Old 08-08-2002, 10:26 AM
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Thanks again, I'll give them a call. Have to find time to see the pictures of it with the Part number above.
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Old 08-09-2002, 07:53 AM
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I've had my chrome bezel installed on a Yellow Premium for about 1 month. The bezel dramatically enhances the beauty of the front of the car. No matter what the new cost is, that "touch" of chrome is very "retro".

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Old 08-10-2002, 11:21 PM
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Chrome bezel sounds great...can anyone post pictures, close-up front and side views? I'd like to see if it's worth the $140 and the time to install it. Thanks!
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Old 08-13-2002, 09:52 PM
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THANKS FOR THE TIP. i CONTACTED Fuller Ford and found them very helpful. they charged $107 for the bezel; I also ordered a pair of Mats for $40. The are fabric and have Tbird logo. $10 for shipping. Should have order in a few days
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Although the bezels used to sell for $60-75 each, Ford has doubled the price. I was, however, able to order one in early July from Fuller Ford (location unknown) for $100 instead of the usual $120-140 that you'll be quoted locally. Their phone number is 1-888-893-7505 and ask for Rick or Ron in the parts department.

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Old 08-16-2002, 12:53 AM
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Up date . I recieved my scoop and mats today. Mats are bigger and nicer then the ones that came with the car. Each has a T-Bird logo. Can be used on top of the standard mats or in place of them. Im told that the hood scoop is easy to put on and that the insulation on the underside of the hood does not have to be removed. Ill be seeking advice re installation.
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THANKS FOR THE TIP. i CONTACTED Fuller Ford and found them very helpful. they charged $107 for the bezel; I also ordered a pair of Mats for $40. The are fabric and have Tbird logo. $10 for shipping. Should have order in a few days
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Old 08-16-2002, 10:21 AM
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Wizbird,
Have been checking under my hood in prep for installing my scoop when I buy it, and it looks as though you must remove the insulating liner, as mentioned above. Several clips have to be removed and look to be a little touchy. Will let you know. It seems as if the old colored one has to be r3emoved to put the new chrome bezel in place.
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Old 08-16-2002, 04:36 PM
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Wizbird, I have already installed the chrome bezel on my car. G-Bird is right, there are a number of push in fasteners that retain the hood mat that must be removed. Take your time with them and they will not break (it helps to have another person to support the mat while you are removing them). Be very careful with the mat, it has a foil coating on the top side that you don't want to damage. Your colored bezel is held in place by three clips that are attached to the bezel and snap into holes on the scoop. These clips must be squeezed and pushed so that the bezel will come off. Be careful not to break these as it would require replacing the bezel. Take your time and be careful, it's worth the results!!!
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Old 08-16-2002, 10:51 PM
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Thank you Blue Heaven.That will be my weekend project
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Wizbird, I have already installed the chrome bezel on my car. G-Bird is right, there are a number of push in fasteners that retain the hood mat that must be removed. Take your time with them and they will not break (it helps to have another person to support the mat while you are removing them). Be very careful with the mat, it has a foil coating on the top side that you don't want to damage. Your colored bezel is held in place by three clips that are attached to the bezel and snap into holes on the scoop. These clips must be squeezed and pushed so that the bezel will come off. Be careful not to break these as it would require replacing the bezel. Take your time and be careful, it's worth the results!!!
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