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To folk with bonnet raisers - aaron_one - 14-02-2013
Putting bonnet raisers on my car, any pointers on where to get spacers/kits and a quick guideline on how to do it? Thanks
RE: To folk with bonnet raisers - C.A.R. - 14-02-2013
Yea;
Don't.
Naw just kidding. Thing is, there isn't a proven benefit for actually doing this, whether it helps dissipate heat any quicker from the engine bay. Also, if your HDi is getting that hot, something is wrong!
Basically there is an area of high pressure at the bottom of the windshield which is what generates the airflow for your air-vents in the cabin on most cars (inc. 306s). This area of turbulent air won't necessarily help 'extract' heat from under your bonnet, since the air will typically want to move where the pressure is lower. At a standstill or low speeds there may be a benefit, which is why 'bonnet lifters' are common place on drift cars as they are sat stationary for a long time and need to keep cool to maintain their performance.
The other problem is their appearance, they look silly. It just looks like your bonnet hinges are broken or the car has had an accident at some point...
RE: To folk with bonnet raisers - cully - 14-02-2013
will look broken don't do it
RE: To folk with bonnet raisers - aaron_one - 14-02-2013
Thanks for the detailed reply, but I was asking where to get them from and how to fit them
RE: To folk with bonnet raisers - C.A.R. - 14-02-2013
B&Q?
Wickes?
Halfords?
They're just spacers at the end of the day.
RE: To folk with bonnet raisers - puglove - 14-02-2013
All it is is a thick washer and some longer bolts. So as car says any where. Or ebay you can buy a "kit"
But yeah looks shit.
RE: To folk with bonnet raisers - aaron_one - 14-02-2013
Thanks I'll have a gander
Re: To folk with bonnet raisers - aggyj17 - 14-02-2013
a few washers to space it out and get some and longer bolts??
To folk with bonnet raisers - Jtrigga - 15-02-2013
Just use a long bolt and loads of nuts all the cool kids have them
