Under bonnet latch - what is it meant to hold/secure ?

[Griff1963]

Afternoon all. Restoring my series 3 air portable and noticed this latch on drivers side underside of the bonnet.
What is it supposed to hold/secure ? Any thoughts ?

Cheers

Griff

Unknown latch

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[AR4412]

Hi Griff,

It, and it's mate further forwards, are stowage clamps to hold the jack handle and starting handle.

I've looked through my photo files, and unfortunately I don't have one of the handles stowed in place to share. Maybe someone will have on they can post up.

Regards,

[SpaceKook]

I believe mine is bubble wrapped already, but if you're looking to get one note that the lightweight starting handle is longer than the civilian which won't fit.

[Griff1963]

Perfect guys. Many thanks

[Jiml]

Add some foam or other packing to reduce the noise from the handles

[AR4412]

There should be a rubber pad, Part Number 346072, glued over the rivet heads on the inside of the clamps. I believe this was the original anti-rattle solution. There were rubber pads on mine before I stripped the clamps off the bonnet.

Regards,