Tazio Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 On my 85 Crossflow, it has the original type of bonnet latches. There are no springs in them to help them stay closed, mine open at the slightest touch. Has anyone had a similar issue and devised a method of keeping them closed? Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Kay Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 Can you add some photos, please.ThanksJonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldAndrewE Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 I presume you are talking about the rear clips. They need to pull tight so a thicker foam strip on the scuttle may help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 Re #3:And try adding foam strip along the chassis rail (or bonnet edge) as well. I use this (25mm x 3mm).JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted September 4, 2021 Author Share Posted September 4, 2021 The picture is with some foam on the side rail.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 Assuming the dimensions are the same, could you replace them with the current catch? Or is originality important?JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldAndrewE Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 So I think you have 3 options Alan:Move the bonnet up with more rubber strip, move one of the parts of the catch (which would also need a reinforcing patch riveted on behind) or replace the catches as JV suggests although I am not sure the fixings are a match Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkeywood Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 Is the strip on the scuttle (and nose) foam? The original on mine was solid rubber and when i replace with foam it compressed on the radius after a while leaving the catches loose and bonnet raised a little in the centre. Replacing with 1.5mm solid neoprene (70 shore) worked better. Also the catch on the body looks like it's 'pulled' a little - are the rivets original? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted September 4, 2021 Author Share Posted September 4, 2021 You can't swap old and new type of catches, holes are slightly off, and are drilled directly into the chassis, and the reach of the new is less. Rivets are not original, but the location of the catch is the same. In an effort to get a new bonnet to fit, I removed the original rubber strip off the nose, to no avail, the bonnet had a 5mm gap for its whole length on the nearside, the bonnet on the car is the original. Looks like I'll have to put foam down the top rails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 wonders of the world Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 These will sort you out.....https://allonwhite.co.uk/morgan-cars-accessories/morgan-bonnet-straps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldAndrewE Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 By the way Alan have you got the door open yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted September 5, 2021 Author Share Posted September 5, 2021 Erm....no..plus expletives... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted September 5, 2021 Author Share Posted September 5, 2021 Old Andrew....door is still a bugger, I managed to get it open, to swap my cars around in the garage, then initially couldn't get it shut....new door is 8 to 10 weeks wait. I think I've got a short term workaround...we'll see.lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue C7 Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 Is it possible to cut and glue a piece of rubber in the upper hook part? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 Can Redline supply new ones in the same style?Alternatively, I came across these from Walton Products. They look very similar but, at 90mm overall, may be too big? The current CC catch is about 72mm.JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TANGO7 Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 I use some clear plastic tubing of appropriate diameter cut to length (about1/2”) heated up in water to make it malleable then slid over the hook on the bonnet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted September 5, 2021 Author Share Posted September 5, 2021 That's a interesting thought saundersian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Kay Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 "I use some clear plastic tubing of appropriate diameter cut to length (about1/2”) heated up in water to make it malleable then slid over the hook on the bonnet."Same thought, except mine was split black hose. A good fit with the edges glued to each other around the metal fitting would probably last longer than face-to-face adhesion on the metal.Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Geoff Brown Posted September 8, 2021 Area Representative Share Posted September 8, 2021 The catch appears to be well worn. Replacement with new would be the obvious route. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Where can you get new replacements from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Re #20:A couple of possible sources in #15.JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil220 Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Actually, I checked and they are available from Caterham. Stainless steel, they confirmed same design for "ages" okay for my 1996 Supersport and not an unreasonable price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Geoff Brown Posted September 8, 2021 Area Representative Share Posted September 8, 2021 Chris at Redline will be able to help. I would imagine as stated above they are readily available elsewhere as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 They aren't well used, the car sat has untouched in a lockup in Weybridge since 1987..from 1985 to 1987 it had travelled 1930 miles.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molecular--Bob Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Is this the same part? http://ajhorseboxes.co.uk/store/living/locks-and-catches/over-centre-toggle-fastener-chrome-plated Looks like it might need to sit flat with the body to go over-centre and latch, in which case you may need to remove foam to let it do that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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