With the faux-hood you might try pulling it up around your neck more to not only shorten it, but to cover your neck more. You might need to take a couple of tucks with a thread and needle (sew it in place) to keep it positioned correctly.
Otherwise... you've got one awesome Zam there! Wow! Most impressive!
Dang... I must have missed this thread! *slaps self* Blue... FANTASTIC!!!! :cheers I love it! Definitely one of the best Zam's out there! Congratulations!