907
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 01:19 PM |
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Bonnet Catches
Hi All. May I pick your brains please?
What's the options for side bonnet catches? What have you used? (And where did you get them)
I would appreciate your ideas as the next job is the engine side panels, and I'd quite like to sort out the catches before I make them.
They would need to be SVAable.
Many thanks,
Paul G
 
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flak monkey
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 01:22 PM |
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If you want the neat solution you can use flush dzus fasteners, they are a pain to line up, but look the biz in my opinion.
Otherwise you can use the rubber over centre catches as supplied by most of the manufacturers. I got mine from RS...will look out the number for
you.
RS stock number: 288-8464
David
[Edited on 25/2/07 by flak monkey]
Sera
http://www.motosera.com
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Deckman001
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 01:25 PM |
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I think Dzus would suit best, would be a crime to spoil them lines !!!!!!!!!!
Jason
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Ketchup
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 01:26 PM |
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hi, i got these :-
http://www.rallydesign.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=12816
from rally design, really easy to fit, and def sva friendly
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macnab
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 01:33 PM |
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wow look at the panel gaps! incredible
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worX
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 02:03 PM |
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definitely Dzuz....
(sounds like an advert!)
but as above it would spoil your shut lines with the other ones...
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rusty nuts
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 02:33 PM |
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Shame to have to fit anything Paul. Dzuz or the Aero type fittings ? How about no visible securing device?
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worX
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 02:41 PM |
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something a bit trick???
You could try something really trick and invisible using two (normal) bonnet release fixings, one runnind down each side, that is some sort of slide
release?
You could ensure it wouldn't fly off in the wind by doubling one back so the release cable itself is being operated the wrong way, thus opposing
the other one???
just an idea for you (not sure it would work, but once again, the shut lines deserve something a bit special...
Steve.
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RazMan
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 03:11 PM |
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Aerocatches?
 
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Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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stevebubs
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 03:24 PM |
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Take a look at the westfield locking kit...should give you some ideas on how to do it without spoiling the lines....
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907
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 05:45 PM |
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A little more info
The bonnet has a double fold and this needs to be clamped to the chassis in the direction
of the green arrows, as my red G clamp does in my first post.
The scuttle & nose have a closed cell rubber strip that the bonnet needs to be pulled down onto.
Would the Aero or Dzus catches do this? (any pics?)
The rubber ones look good but a tad expensive at £28 + for 4.
Thanks very much for the replies so far.
Paul G
[Edited on 25/2/07 by 907]
 
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rusty nuts
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 05:48 PM |
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The Dzuz catches won't pull the bonnet down to the chassis but the Aerocatches will . Also I think they are available in polished ally?
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907
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 05:54 PM |
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I do have these but the Protex ones (No1) won't pass SVA, and 2 & 3 won't pull down.
I don't mind bits & bobs showing on the car because as it is it looks very plain.
A splash or two of colour (even black) takes the blandness away IMHO.
Cheers
Paul G
 
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rusty nuts
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 06:00 PM |
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The Aerocatchs that Razman has shown look very neat . If I ever get around to making the new bonnet thats what I will use . They are also adjustable
to some extent.
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RazMan
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 06:40 PM |
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I used them on my car and they are adjustable so you can compensate for wear later on. Although they are only available in black plastic they can be
flush or surface mounted. I bonded them to the inside surface so that fasteners were not required (another option) They will not really pull a gap
closed but will hold it firmly once closed - so you give a little hand pressure and then flip the catch closed.
[Edited on 25-2-07 by RazMan]
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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Gaz 1977
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 06:45 PM |
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you have been busy, Nice one
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907
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 07:02 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by RazMan
I used them on my car and they are adjustable so you can compensate for wear later on. Although they are only available in black plastic they can be
flush or surface mounted. I bonded them to the inside surface so that fasteners were not required (another option) They will not really pull a gap
closed but will hold it firmly once closed - so you give a little hand pressure and then flip the catch closed.
[Edited on 25-2-07 by RazMan]
They look very cool.
I imagine they have a "cool" price.
Cheers
Paul G
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RazMan
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 07:12 PM |
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Not cheap but well worth it imo
Tifosi sell them
Non-locking: £35.25 Locking £39.45
Oh and you can paint them body colour as I did and they blend in nicely. Maybe alluminium paint in your case Paul?
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Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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907
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 10:40 PM |
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Thanks very much for posting those Raz.
I take it that's a price for one, so I'll give them a miss if I may.
Looking forward to seeing your car one day. Perhaps at an E/A meet. Love it.
I tried to get the mag on Saturday morning but they had sold out.
You must be dead proud.
Cheers
Paul G
I did have a look on the Westfield site Steve.
Found them.
There was a price but no pic, so I did a Google image search and found Westies with all sorts fitted.
Thanks everyone
Paul G
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RazMan
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 11:04 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by 907
I take it that's a price for one, so I'll give them a miss if I may.
That's for a pair! 
quote:
Originally posted by 907
I tried to get the mag on Saturday morning but they had sold out.
You must be dead proud.
Don't panic, it appears in the April edition .......... and yes, I am 
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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907
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| posted on 25/2/07 at 11:40 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by RazMan
quote:
Originally posted by 907
I take it that's a price for one, so I'll give them a miss if I may.
That's for a pair!
quote:
Originally posted by 907
I tried to get the mag on Saturday morning but they had sold out.
You must be dead proud.
Don't panic, it appears in the April edition .......... and yes, I am
Sorry Raz (I'm going blind)
Thought that was pricey for one.
I miss read the post by mistergrumpy as well then. (What Kit Car thread)
Am I right in thinking April edition should be out in mid March?
I'll look out for it.
Atb
Paul G
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RazMan
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| posted on 26/2/07 at 12:13 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by 907
I miss read the post by mistergrumpy as well then. (What Kit Car thread)
Am I right in thinking April edition should be out in mid March?
It's Which Kit Car? and will hit the shops in mid March ..... oh God I'm such a tart
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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907
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| posted on 26/2/07 at 12:22 AM |
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It's Which Kit Car? and will hit the shops in mid March ..... oh God I'm such a tart
In Clare, my local little town, the paper shop is right opposite the bakery.
Paul G
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907
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| posted on 27/2/07 at 10:06 PM |
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Hi.
Been thinking. Oo er.
I'm trying to keep it simple (read cheap).
I had a play tonight with a c/s M8 screw.
If I make 4 lugs and weld them to the chassis, drill, tap M8, and countersink to 20mm dia,
then when the screws are tightened it pulls a c/s in the ally sheet.
This would act as a locating device when refitting the bonnet.
The screws can be done up with a 10p piece once the c/s is formed.
What do you think? It saves a shed load of beer tokens.
Cheers
Paul G
 
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Deckman001
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| posted on 27/2/07 at 11:12 PM |
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Nice and Locost, but could rattle loose me thinks ??
Jason
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