you dont need a hood really, it is just a scoop bolted on to the standard comet hood. not a complete redesign like a mav to grabber. if your not worried about "original" i think the cougar scoop is very similar? after market jcwhitney? these are the ones i am looking at for the comet in my back yard...
Well I have all ways been scared of cutting holes where other people could see my work but I mite try it. I haven't painted in 20 years either so what the hell. At my age why not try it.
just remember to measure three times, measure again, triple check those measurements, then us a REEEEL small drill bit..... oh and have the hood open or off.. hehe