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Under bonnet latch - what is it meant to hold/secure ?
Posted: Sun May 12, 2024 1:36 pm
by 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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Re: Under bonnet latch - what is it meant to hold/secure ?
Posted: Sun May 12, 2024 5:16 pm
by 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,
Re: Under bonnet latch - what is it meant to hold/secure ?
Posted: Sun May 12, 2024 9:29 pm
by 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.
Re: Under bonnet latch - what is it meant to hold/secure ?
Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 12:21 pm
by Griff1963
Perfect guys. Many thanks
Re: Under bonnet latch - what is it meant to hold/secure ?
Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 12:33 pm
by Jiml
Add some foam or other packing to reduce the noise from the handles
Re: Under bonnet latch - what is it meant to hold/secure ?
Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 7:26 pm
by 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,
