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8th March 2022, 10:29 | #1 |
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Bonnet Struts
I've been working under the bonnet for seventeen years, but a new problem has just emerged. The unending gale force winds, which have persisted for months here in Whitby, mean that the open bonnet becomes a sail, and slams down with considerable force when least expected. It has just hit my head, and I am not amused! Are the hydraulic struts available, or is there some alternative means of holding the bonnet securely open?
Every other car I have owned has had a movable strut to hold the bonnet, which tucks into the slam panel when not in use. Any suggestions? |
8th March 2022, 10:41 | #2 |
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Just Google rover75 bonnet struts loads available
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Quite a few members have these fitted. I have their boot struts and I am well impressed. SGS Engineering |
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8th March 2022, 14:56 | #5 |
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SGS engineering definitely. Simple to fit and make the bonnet so much more stable. I got fed up of having the bonnet pin removed from the back of my head and the broom handle was always in the way of where I needed to get. Also got the boot ones changed while I was at it.
https://www.sgs-engineering.com/car-...lgate/rover/75
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8th March 2022, 16:28 | #6 |
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Another one for SGS. I have them back and front. Excellent quality.
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8th March 2022, 18:30 | #8 |
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I fitted SGS bonnet struts a few months ago and again, a "thumbs-up" from me.
From memory they were about £38 for the pair with the shipping, and it took literally two minutes to fit both, including removing the old struts. Last edited by Southern Star; 8th March 2022 at 18:40.. |
9th March 2022, 06:46 | #9 |
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Thanks, I'll give them a try.
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