Bonnet release handle screws? January 03, 2021, 11:02:53 PM Hi all, My bonnet release handle is loose - anyone know the correct screws/bolts to attach it correctly?The screws in it are turning freely and the handle isn't secure - not sure if they're right.Thanks
Re: Bonnet release handle screws? Reply #1 – January 03, 2021, 11:55:39 PM https://www.heritagepartscentre.com/eu/n01397520-number-plate-mounting-screw.html 4.8mm x20mm screw an hardware shop will do same 5 or 6mm x 20mm just in case panel hole been openned up through wear and tear 1 Likes
Re: Bonnet release handle screws? Reply #2 – January 04, 2021, 09:25:18 AM they just screw into the panel and cut they're own thread, if they are loose maybe the hole has opened up or they've been over tightened. 1 Likes
Re: Bonnet release handle screws? Reply #3 – January 04, 2021, 09:50:34 AM Quote from: Eddypeck on January 04, 2021, 09:25:18 AMthey just screw into the panel and cut they're own thread, if they are loose maybe the hole has opened up or they've been over tightened. seems the hole has 'grown' over 30 years.. took Kenneths advice and found a pan head screw that was a wider diameter.. all screwed in and the handle is now secure.however the cable is ridiculously tight..
Re: Bonnet release handle screws? Reply #4 – January 04, 2021, 11:06:46 AM I suggest lubing up the release mechanism then.
Re: Bonnet release handle screws? Reply #5 – January 04, 2021, 05:09:43 PM Quote from: Eddypeck on January 04, 2021, 11:06:46 AMI suggest lubing up the release mechanism then. Lubing-----dirty..... does anyone have a lower latch return spring? spare? mines rotton away make the bonnet pop up to the safety latch.. not great,.. tried a small spring but not strong enough when bouncing around country roads