Bonnet Struts - Page 2

roverbarmy · 9th March 2022, 09:44

I almost lost the end of a finger due to "support" struts that didn't! I still have the scars to prove it! Those bonnet edges are lethal when used as a guillotine!

DMGRS · 9th March 2022, 13:29

The SGS struts do the job nicely - we also have our own here: https://www.dmgrs.co.uk/products/rov...kk500010-oem-q

Mike Trident · 10th March 2022, 03:40

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Originally Posted by Andy_with_a_screwdriver

Short (possibly long) term solution, just wedge it in...

Lol I used to use an umbrella, much to the amusement of people passing by.

davidbooker · 20th March 2022, 15:44

Solved the problem by buying a little T-shaped gadget on ebay for £10. It slots onto the lower part of the extended strut, and, once hand tightened, makes the bonnet completely secure in seconds. Working under the bonnet the other day, a hurricane came along, and my head remained perfectly intact!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LOCKING-C...-127635-2958-0

Robson Rover Repair · 22nd March 2022, 10:39

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Originally Posted by davidbooker

Solved the problem by buying a little T-shaped gadget on ebay for £10. It slots onto the lower part of the extended strut, and, once hand tightened, makes the bonnet completely secure in seconds. Working under the bonnet the other day, a hurricane came along, and my head remained perfectly intact!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LOCKING-C...-127635-2958-0

I use exactly the same but in blue. They are a god send on our cars if your a driveway mechanic.

22nd March 2022, 20:49

Handy if you're frequently working on different cars, but if it's your own car just buy new struts.

9th March 2022, 09:44	#11
roverbarmy This is my second home Roverless + 1.7D Sportage Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: East Norfolk Posts: 7,050 Thanks: 729 Thanked 2,021 Times in 1,449 Posts	I almost lost the end of a finger due to "support" struts that didn't! I still have the scars to prove it! Those bonnet edges are lethal when used as a guillotine! __________________ Oil in my veins!

9th March 2022, 13:29	#12
DMGRS Discount MG Rover Spares Rover 75 CDTi, 2x MG ZS180 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Hythe, Southampton Posts: 11,320 Thanks: 456 Thanked 3,377 Times in 2,027 Posts	The SGS struts do the job nicely - we also have our own here: https://www.dmgrs.co.uk/products/rov...kk500010-oem-q __________________ Your trusted MG Rover specialist! Tel: 02380 001133 / Email: [email protected] We now have a 'chat' function on our site for even quicker replies. Give it a try! Remember - discount code FORUM5 for 5% off

20th March 2022, 15:44	#14
davidbooker Gets stuck in '51 Rover 75 2.5 V6 Conn. Purchased 02/05 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Whitby Posts: 571 Thanks: 8 Thanked 33 Times in 22 Posts	Solved the problem by buying a little T-shaped gadget on ebay for £10. It slots onto the lower part of the extended strut, and, once hand tightened, makes the bonnet completely secure in seconds. Working under the bonnet the other day, a hurricane came along, and my head remained perfectly intact! https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LOCKING-C...-127635-2958-0 Last edited by davidbooker; 20th March 2022 at 15:49..

22nd March 2022, 20:49	#16
Bazzateer Guest Posts: n/a	Handy if you're frequently working on different cars, but if it's your own car just buy new struts.