Ruadhd2 Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 My Rotus has just two rusty clamps holding the bonnet on. I was wondering what variety of hold-down systems are easiest to use and install. I was going to go with one forward and aft on the bonnet on each side instead of just two. Also, I want to get these chosen before going to do the bodywork and paint on the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDingo8MyBaby Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 Here's a good source for all different types of latches http://www.pegasusautoracing.com/group.asp?GroupID=LATCH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnCh Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 Check out Protex. Lots of options and good quality. -John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruadhd2 Posted May 4, 2010 Author Share Posted May 4, 2010 Great stuff. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Some tool box style latches work well and are dirt cheap http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/6519330/2/istockphoto_6519330-toolbox-latch-macro.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitcat Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Two? I am all for adding lightness but I'd go w/4, one at each corner. I recall a video here of a "bonnet" blowing off at speed and nearly decapitating the driver! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danilo Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Try Aircraft spruce. "Cessna latches" are good and v light Work 'fine' on my 152 as well as tens of thousands of Cessnas, worldwide. Surprisingly pricey though http://www.aircraftspruce.com/search/search.php I had those big Rubber stretchy hold downs on my old S2, worked fine, if a bit ungainly looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossD Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 http://www.mcmaster.com/#about-draw-latches/=arfzvr Or just check your local hardware/home depot store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powderbrake Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Here's a good source for all different types of latches http://www.pegasusautoracing.com/group.asp?GroupID=LATCH I have this #3045 ( or it's equivalent) on my Ultralite. Very durable and reliable and adjustable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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