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MikeFellows

posted on 2/3/10 at 09:01 AM Reply With Quote
Bonnet Catches

Do I need to use rubber bonnet catches to pass an IVA?

also do people hinge one side and do you put anything on the inside to strengthen the GRP bonnet?






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eznfrank

posted on 2/3/10 at 09:03 AM Reply With Quote
The rubber catches seem to be the most popular choice although for what they are they're bloody expensive (best part of £40 for 4!!

I've also seen the flush fit aero catches in use before.

You could hinge it but access is probably easier and quicker with a removable bonnet.

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posted on 2/3/10 at 09:05 AM Reply With Quote
yes rubber bonnet catches or you can use flush fit stuff like dzus fasteners

no hinge on most though some like fozzie have a hinge down the middle, and no strengthening, though there is no reason why couldn't add someone if it would make you happier






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gdp66

posted on 2/3/10 at 09:07 AM Reply With Quote
i've used dzus fasteners and a lock.
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bassett

posted on 2/3/10 at 01:27 PM Reply With Quote
As catches go i think they are a very good method. I know your talking IVA rather than sva but mine sailed through but maybe its worth giving the guys from CBS a call to ask as im sure they are clued up on them. I too dont get how they are so expensive and its a shame as i want a second bonnet which is only £100 but then if i get the catches aswell its another £30-40 and imo its to expensive for just a track bonnet





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