I have read all the previous posts on range hoods and I'm overwhelmed. This is a new build w/ the 3.5"x10" ductwork already in and venting to the soffit outside. I'm planning on getting the GE Profile 36" cooktop. The hood will be inserted into a custom 48" cabinet which will not have cabinets above. Basically hollow inside the cabinet. I don't fry anything (except browning ground beef) and don't even use oil to brown meat. I really don't want to spend more than $500 for the hood. I know I need a liner to fill in the empty space around the actual vent. I have looked at Broanpower pack RMP17004 w/ liner RML7048S and it's over $800. I know I want an internal blower and at least 400cfm's.

Is it possible to get an under cabinet hood (the kind you can see) and mount it inside the custom cabinet hood? I know I have to pick a vent that has the controls inside rather than on the front. And it can't have any venting on the front either. Broan Elite #644804 is what I was looking at.

Any suggestions?

Thanks