How much weight does the Spoon Carbon Bonnet actually save?

Up to half the weight of the factory hood. Removing that much mass from the nose of the car has a real effect on handling, since it reduces understeer and lets the front end respond more readily to steering input.

Do I need bonnet pins to install this?

No. The bonnet's sturdy construction and molded-in hood latches hold it securely without needing separate bonnet pins, which is unusual for a lightweight carbon hood and simplifies the installation.

Does reducing front weight really improve handling?

Yes. Removing weight from the front axle reduces understeer, the tendency for the front tires to push wide in a corner before the rears do. Less front-end mass means the car's nose responds more directly to steering input.

What material is the bonnet made from?

Carbon fiber, chosen specifically for the combination of low weight and structural strength needed to support the molded-in latch design without bonnet pins.

Which Integra does this fit?

The DC2 and DB8, including the DC2R and DB8R variants, covering the 1994 through 2001 production run.

Is this suitable for daily driving or track use only?

The functional weight savings and handling improvement benefit both street and track use, though as with any lightweight composite hood, professional installation and confirming panel gaps is recommended regardless of how the car is used.

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Spoon Carbon Bonnet for DC2 / DB8 Honda Integra

The Spoon Carbon Bonnet cuts weight from the nose of the Integra where it matters most for handling. Carbon construction gets the bonnet down to up to half the weight of the factory hood, and removing that mass from the front of the car reduces understeer, improving how the car turns in and holds a line. It’s a functional weight-saving upgrade rather than a purely cosmetic one, built with sturdy molded-in hood latches so bonnet pins aren’t needed to keep it secure at speed.

Construction

Full carbon fiber construction, cutting weight to as little as half the factory steel hood while maintaining enough structural strength that molded-in hood latches hold the bonnet securely without needing separate bonnet pins.

Features

Carbon construction for light weight and strength
Up to half the weight of the factory hood
Reduces front weight, cutting understeer and improving handling
Molded-in hood latches; bonnet pins not required

Applications

Honda Integra: DC2, DB8, DC2R, DB8R | 1994-2001

Notes

Molded-in hood latches mean bonnet pins are not required for secure mounting
Professional installation recommended. Confirm panel gaps and latch alignment before final mounting.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much weight does the Spoon Carbon Bonnet actually save? Up to half the weight of the factory hood. Removing that much mass from the nose of the car has a real effect on handling, since it reduces understeer and lets the front end respond more readily to steering input.
Do I need bonnet pins to install this? No. The bonnet’s sturdy construction and molded-in hood latches hold it securely without needing separate bonnet pins, which is unusual for a lightweight carbon hood and simplifies the installation.
Does reducing front weight really improve handling? Yes. Removing weight from the front axle reduces understeer, the tendency for the front tires to push wide in a corner before the rears do. Less front-end mass means the car’s nose responds more directly to steering input.
What material is the bonnet made from? Carbon fiber, chosen specifically for the combination of low weight and structural strength needed to support the molded-in latch design without bonnet pins.
Which Integra does this fit? The DC2 and DB8, including the DC2R and DB8R variants, covering the 1994 through 2001 production run.
Is this suitable for daily driving or track use only? The functional weight savings and handling improvement benefit both street and track use, though as with any lightweight composite hood, professional installation and confirming panel gaps is recommended regardless of how the car is used.

About Spoon Sports

Spoon Sports is a Japanese tuning and motorsport company founded by former Honda works driver Tatsuru Ichishima, closely associated with Honda performance development since the 1980s. The brand is known for race-proven parts developed through its own circuit testing and competition programs, spanning engine components, suspension, aerodynamics and full vehicle builds across the Honda lineup. Spoon’s products carry a reputation for functional, track-validated engineering rather than styling alone, reflecting the company’s roots in actual racing rather than aftermarket cosmetics.

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