Corvette C5 C5.R Heat Extractor Hood with 1/2" Cowl (1997-2004)
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Corvette C5 C5.R Heat Extractor Hood with 1/2" Cowl (1997-2004)
Inspired by Corvette Racing's legendary C5.R GT program, the C7 Carbon C5.R Style Racing Hood combines Le Mans aero heritage with practical engine bay clearance. Featuring an integrated 1/2" cowl rise alongside functional radiator extraction vents, this hood delivers the extra clearance needed for taller intake manifolds while actively evacuating under-hood heat and reducing high-speed front-end lift.
Key Features & Engineering:
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Integrated 1/2" Cowl Rise: Adds clean, subtle vertical clearance over factory specifications—ideal for aftermarket intake manifolds (such as FAST or MSD), supercharger pulleys, and custom plumbing without needing an aggressive, obstructive tall cowl.
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Functional Thermal Extraction: Center extractor channels hot air exiting the radiator up and over the windshield, lowering engine bay temperatures and eliminating front aero lift on track.
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Direct Chassis Compatibility: Engineered as a direct-fit replacement for all 1997–2004 Corvette C5 models (Coupe, Convertible, Fixed Roof Coupe / Z06).
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Factory Mounting Provisions: Features reinforced steel hinge inserts and front latch hardware locations to retain your factory hinges, support struts, and primary latch assembly. (Hood pins strongly recommended for dedicated track/competition use).
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Reinforced Composite Architecture: Under-hood skeleton structure maintains structural stiffness across high thermal cycles while significantly reducing weight over the factory SMC assembly.
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Available Finishes:
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Carbon Fiber: Aerospace-grade weave sealed under a high-gloss, UV-resistant automotive clear coat.
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Composite / Primer: Prepped for direct block-sanding and OEM paint match.
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Fitment Note: Minor fender adjustments may be required for the perfect fit and finish.
Built in-house at our dedicated manufacturing facility using advanced composite techniques, every hood meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. We’re one of the few manufacturers that actually owns the cars we develop parts for — allowing our engineering team to scan each vehicle, create precise digital twins, and continuously refine our designs and tooling.
The C7 Carbon Difference:
- In-house design and production for unmatched precision and quality control
- Years of composite engineering expertise
- Global customer base of enthusiasts and racers who demand the best
- Constant product improvement based on real-world feedback and testing
Important Ordering Info:
- Louvers come pre-cut. If you prefer them uncut, let us know before ordering.
- Price includes CA sales tax if delivered in California.
Limited production runs each month due to the size and complexity of this hood — don’t wait if you want one for your build.
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Composite Unpainted, Carbon Fiber |
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RETURN POLICY:
– Customers must file a request for a RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) within 30 days after delivery for a refund.
– Products must be returned to our shipping hub at the buyers expense.
– Returned products are subject to a 25% Restocking Fee.
– Special orders cannot be returned.
– If the buyer purchased the products through a dealer, they must contact the the selling dealer or all order updates.
– We do not accept returns on any parts that have been used, modified, painted, or installed.
– All returned products are subject to 25% restocking fee.
– Original shipping and handling fees are not refundable.
– All products returned must be in the original shipping carton in the same condition as it was originally delivered or shipped.
– Only the original buyer may request for a return of products.
– Defective items may be exchanged for the same item only. Upon receipt of returned parts, C7carbon shall inspect the parts to determine their exact condition. If C7carbon does not accept the goods as being defective and/or returnable, buyer must accept any incurred costs.
– All returns, regardless of the underlying reason, must be sent shipping prepaid. Any returns sent shipping collect will be refused and returned to the buyer at his or her own expense.
– Refund will not be issued on returned products that are damaged on the way back to C7carbon.
Shipping times: We manufacture our entire catalog inhouse and try to provide the best ETAs as we can. All of our products are hand made from a real composite process and may require 12 week or more on select parts until they are ready for delivery. We can not guarantee shipping times due to the nature of custom aftermaket products being hand made. Please contact our sales department for current lead times on our premium products, as each product will have a different lead time (Some are in stock)
Shipping Damages: C7 Carbon packages all of our products carefully to prevent shipping damage. Some damage may still occur occasionally in transit. Buyer must inspect the package and contents carefully upon receiving them, Do not accept shipment if it arrives damaged, notate any damages or usual markings, such as crushed, punctured, torn or broken parts on the product or packaging on the freight bill at the drivers presence. Accepting the packages indemnifies the carrier and C7 Carbon from any further damage claim. All damages must be notified to carrier and C7 Carbon within 24 hours.
