Bonnet catch on passenger not closing enough...

[The Lukas]

I've noticed my bonnet cannot stay down for more than 20 seconds when driving on the passenger side which is very annoying. I have noticed the catch in the bulkhead on the passenger side isn't closing in enough, I'm wondering if a spring is worn inside it. Can any body with experience point me in the right direction? Thanks

[GreenV8S]

It probably needs cleaning and greasing.

[Wiz]

GreenV8S said:

It probably needs cleaning and greasing.

+1
Also check the front hinges make sure there's no excessive play in them.

[johnnywgk]

try here, or get your mate to. hehe

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a... Bonnet Pops Up Whilst Driving


edited for the mate bit, hehe

Edited by johnnywgk on Thursday 9th July 00:49

[neil240970]

I found that adjusting the big pin (secured by two bolts on the bonnet side) did the job.

[Gerald-TVR]

Have you fitted the S/S hinges?

[paul.deitch]

I would avoid driving on the passenger side makes it very difficult to reach the pedals

[The Lukas]

We'll give it a go this evening quick. Yes the S/S hinges are on Norman.

Driving on the passenger side...

[Barkychoc]

So does this mean your biggest worry is now getting the bonnet closed Lukas?
How's the engine?

[The Lukas]

The engine is good my friends. It's much better than before, very smooth! Taking her easy for 1000 miles.

Another problem is the throttle cable, my original broke, so I bought a replacement from TVR car parts and it didn't fit so need an original or something made to suit. Other than that, it's all good! (Save a little oil leak on one of the rocker covers)

[midgeman]

Dunno bout all this engine change buisness, its now slower than my camper!! haha

[wanacoop]

I have the bonnet problem but on the drivers side, and have had a new throttle cable, which did fit JUST! But then stuck open, but now this has been sorted buy greasing the cable.