Hi does anyone have a bonnet insert for sale or know where I can get one
Thanks
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Hi does anyone have a bonnet insert for sale or know where I can get one
Thanks
I have to check but shipping to UK may be pricey. What is the going rate on an insert these days?Quote:
Originally Posted by ripster3736
Hi, thanks for the reply, not sure what the going rate is, mines cracked so I need to weigh up repair against replacement....let me know thanks
doing a repair if it's the typical crack isn't that difficult and you'll end up with a better insert then just installing another one that will probably crack again.Quote:
Originally Posted by ripster3736
If you have basic skills (can read the label) and equipment, (sandpaper, small fibre glas repair kit, glaze putty, can of primer and flat black paint spray can, rachet and right size socket) you could knock it out in a afternoon. :smack:
Once I can check out the one I gotQuote:
Originally Posted by ripster3736
I have one, I am in south London. Not sure about the condition though, the car did have a front impact.
The cost of buying and shipping may well be more
than a body shop would charge..if you dont like the DIY approach.
The simple quick fix is tp grind a "V" notch into the insert along line of crack..
..then fill with body filler and sand/paint.
I have one thats lasted 5 years after this simple "fix it".
jo
Although mine isn't damaged I was fed up with it looking dull all of the time so had a carbon fibre wrap put on it you could always 'mask' a home repair with something like that
Ok, let me know once you've had a chance to check it out....thanksQuote:
Originally Posted by Starglider
I'm with David, repair and wrap:
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...813_141810.jpg
Thanks all for the replies, agree that repairing would probably make a stronger part.
Didn't consider wrapping, how durable is that stuff....
Still all of those with parts to sell please let me know, so I can make an informed choice...RIP
It's quite good, mine was a carbon fibre wrap which was not done with not such good materials or labour but done properly can last for years. One thing you can do is easily change it to suit your current mood.Quote:
Originally Posted by ripster3736
It is such an easy shape once removed I think I'll buy an expansive high quality wrap next time and do it myself.
That looks nice.Quote:
Originally Posted by workmeistr
Thanks David....will investigate wrapping this weekend....might get my mirrors done aswellQuote:
Originally Posted by David Wiltshire
Here's my spare one, unfortunately the paint is cracked, panel itself looks ok;
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e6...psd7889247.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e6...ps417c0bd8.jpg
Probably no use to you with that crack. I'm planning to sand it down, epoxy a couple of hood scoops onto it, wrap it and them swap it onto my JDM, but don't know when I'll get to that.
Thanks for getting back to me....I think that possibly the best solution is to repair and wrap my current part, I'm guessing you can't buy new @ sensible money and as all vehicles now are approaching a good age all will exhibit same issues.Quote:
Originally Posted by Starglider
BTW the yellow car in the picture are you parting it out by any chance.
The hood panel on my JDM is still in good shape;Quote:
Originally Posted by ripster3736
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e6...ps3ea8babe.jpg
but it has been living in Ireland and mostly garaged, I suspect sun exposure is a big factor in the cracking.
Yeah, breaking it at the moment. Engine is now in my JDM, rear cladding (with US side markers) and front diff will be going on my JDM, the rest I will keep as spares or in case anyone else in the UK needs a part. Body shell will be going to the scrapyard, wife won't let me keep it (says it's an eyesore :). The current light bar on my JDM is surplus as well if you want one.Quote:
BTW the yellow car in the picture are you parting it out by any chance.
New one is $450 if it's still available! Just had mine painted Gloss black for $200 came out nice
Could you give me a price for the little heater relay thing thats down in the fan chamber please.
I'm not sure which part you mean; otherwise I'd be happy to, but be warned it may be a while before I get to it. I urgently need to get the front diff and cooling fixed on my JDM before I can start tearing up the USDM car's interior.Quote:
Originally Posted by David Wiltshire
No problem its situated under the passenger side opening storage box on the JDM's you have to remove the cover completely then open up the heater/fan unit.Quote:
Originally Posted by Starglider
I'll take it apart this week-end and let you know.