Steve -
FWIW, you might also consider using bonnet latches from a Truimph
Spitfire/GT6 for a "classic" look. I used a set on my Bugeye bonnet
(steel). I think they look better than exterior clamp latches. You can
get them on Ebay or new (pricy) ones from Mo$$. Easy installation after
you measure the position and then cut holes into side of bonnet (most
nervous part of whole installation). Cutting into fiberglass should be
fairly easy.
Good luck,
Jim Rogers
San Juan Capistrano, CA
SSWARIN@aol.com wrote:
>Hello all,
>
>I'm not getting any postings from the group (probably AOL again!), but I have
>an urgent question, so I thought that I would post it anyway.
>
>My 1974 Midget "bugeye in waiting" is about to get a fiberglass bugeye bonnet
>with mild flares from Spridgetech. While discussing the final details with
>Rod Hahneman (the owner of Spridgetech) this morning, he mentioned that I had
>to make a choice about how to hold down the bonnet. I'm going with a front
>hinge, but the bonnet needs to be fastened at the top to prevent bouncing at
>high
>speed. The choices are: (1) two screw-type fasteners about 1/2" in diameter
>evenly spaced at the top of the bonnet which go through to the cowl and fasten
>by turning a half turn, or (2) a clamp fastener (like a ski boot latch) on
>each wing of the bonnet that attach at the bottom near the sills.
>
>Any experience out there, or opinions from the list as to which works better
>or looks better? In my opinion the screw-type device has a racer look to it
>while the clamp has more of a classic look. Any other options that listers
>have used?
>
>Thank you.
>
>Steve Swarin
>sswarin@aol.com
>'74 Midget bugeye in waiting.
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