If I run 4 hood pins can I remove the stock hood latch? Does anyone else run their car this way? I was thinking that it might be helpful for airflow to the radiator to get those last few items out of the way. (I have already removed the running pony) I looked at the rules and it states that:

"Hood pins must be fitted. Trunk pins may be fitted. Stock hood and trunk latches may be replaced with clips. The car must be run with the hood, doors, and truck completely closed and securely latched."

Clips is what is confusing me on this. What is the clip or is this another term for the hood pins?