I used the oem latch hook on mine, but they riveted the hardware fir that. What kind of hood do you have? Mine is a AAR/Stinger. I would recommend using the hood pins you will need the extra safety, you will probably need the little scuff plates.
Not sure on the manufacturer. Fiberglass hood came along with the original steel when I bought the car. Like you, I was thinking scuff plates would be required. Seems they would help to spread the load out.
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