Hi all,
I own a 2009 Dual Cab Hilux (4x4 SR5), and the off-centre, thin hood scoop really annoys me. A lot. It's really, really, really frustrating. I've emailed my local toyota dealer, but they (so far), haven't responded to me. I simply asked if they could swap a 2011/12 bonnet onto my car, so I could have the newer style scoop, and just asked for the price. I may have misread somewhere, but I believe the rest of the bonnet is exactly the same structure, so a straight swap should be simple, right? Anyways, I'd also be fine installing a landcruiser style scoop on my lux, but the main problem I have is don't know whether just sikaflexing a new scoop on is going to hold it well enough - I'll be taking it offroad, and on top of that, I want to keep it legal. If I sikaflex say, an Ebay scoop onto the bonnet, take off the old scoop, and cut a bigger hole, would it affect my insurance, or liability in an accident? Is it legal? Essentially, I'm just after suggestions and some clarification. I live in Victoria, if that helps.
Cheers in advance