[Bernica]

Here are a few pics of what I want to do in a perfect world. Pics are with the K&N "Venturi" baseplate, which would be great. Hey, Bill Wallace, if you're still watching this thread, how did you trim your hood? Also, did you allow for the engine tourque-twist and movement? I really hate to cut my pretty hood up. Paint job on this ride wasn't cheap! The 9" just seems to hit each side by about 1/4" so it kills me!
So does anybody have any suggestions how to open this hood opening with the least possible disturbance to said paint, scoop etc??
I know....probably just go with something shorter, but the motor really wants air!!