I looked at the street dominator from the link (thank you) but it doesn't seem to say how tall it is. So, I guess I'm basically SOL like you said. I don't see how I would modify this base, nor do I think I should before it comes time to mount the new hood with the scoops and ductwork and see how it fits then. Unfortunately I won't be able to do that until possibly next year or the year after. A drop base would be great, do they make one for an air grabber? lol If anyone else has any other ideas, I'd love to hear them. Thank you again to all that have responded thus far.