Reproduction of the original hood assembly designed for use with 1970-76 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am models equipped with the Shaker hood system. Manufactured from high-quality stamped steel to original factory specifications, this hood replicates the factory design in quality, appearance, and fitment. Features the correct shape, body contours, underhood bracing, and cowl vent cut-outs exactly as original. Includes a pre-cut opening for the Shaker hood components in the precise location to ensure proper installation. Designed to bolt on using existing hood hinges and factory hardware. Finished in black EDP coating to prevent rust and corrosion until ready for final prep and paint.
The 1970-76 Trans Am Shaker hood is a functional hood design introduced on the second-generation Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. Its name comes from the ?Shaker? scoop a fiberglass or plastic air intake scoop that protrudes through an opening in the hood and is mounted directly to the engine's air cleaner assembly, rather than to the hood itself.
Features and Benefits:
Authentic reproduction hood for 1970-76 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am models
Stamped from automotive-grade steel for strength and OE fit
Correct underhood bracing and cowl vent cut-outs replicate factory design
Pre-cut Shaker scoop opening in exact factory location
Direct bolt-on using existing hood hinges and hardware
Black EDP coating for superior rust and corrosion resistance
Technical Information:
Material: Automotive-grade stamped steel
Finish: Black electro-deposit primer (EDP)
Mounting: Direct bolt-on with OEM hinges, latch, and hardware
Design: Matches original GM specifications with Shaker opening
Function: Restores original Trans Am appearance and Shaker hood functionality
Key Characteristics
Functional Cold Air Intake
The Shaker scoop channels fresh, cooler outside air directly into the carburetor, improving combustion efficiency and performance. Because the scoop is attached to the engine, it visibly moves or "shakes" with engine torque - hence the name.
Hood Design
The steel hood features a factory pre-cut opening in the center to allow the Shaker scoop to pass through. It retains OE contours, underhood bracing, and cowl vent openings, ensuring correct fit and structural rigidity.
Performance & Appearance
Aside from functional benefits, the Shaker hood became an iconic styling cue for Pontiac's high-performance models, signaling that the car was equipped with serious performance hardware.
Pontiac Applications
1970 - 1976 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
Note: Shipped truck freight.
Vehicle Fitment:
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