1976 K10 Non OEM hoods

[jobberone]

Well the shop fixing my old and now son's 76 K10 bent the non-OEM hood and blamed him for not telling them it was non-OEM and/or the springs were stock. I put that hood on 5-6 years ago so it managed to survive like that for awhile.

Anyway, it has to be replaced regardless of fault or fiscal responsibility.

Anyone have any recommendations for a non-OEM replacement that will hold up? Should I change the springs? BTW, I've looked locally for an OEM hood and they're all trash. I figure around a $1000 for the hood, freight, dent repair and prep, paint and clear coat and install.

I'm willing to help him put a decent hood on. The truck is a truck with a 383 dual plane intake and Holley 600 or so carb. Not opposed to a raised hood IF that is stronger but not necessary. Fiberglass ok IF it is stronger....not sure about that.

Thanks.