Prototype is done.
Those are good points Danglerb, the functionality of the plate is pretty shakey.
This will probably only be a cosmetic piece. Although who knows, if the insertion of a Porken TQring can change air flow -- maybe this would have some merit. This does keep air from bouncing off the deep-lipped insert on the underside of the hood.

I'm going to take her out later and see if any temp. differences, etc.