Had a bit of a moment on Sunday when we couldn't close the bonnet - investigation showed that the near side bolt had come loose.
We've tightened it back up and refitted the bonnet but is this something quite common? We'll keep a careful eye on it from now on but just wondered if it is a 'they all do that sir/madam' type thing or whether we should look at replacing the bolts?
Bonnet hinge bolts coming loose
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#2 Re: Bonnet hinge bolts coming loose
Hi Stephanie......havent heard of it before.....usually they are seized......is it the pivot bolt..or the bolts that hold the hinge to bonnet..... have a look here http://www.sngbarratt.com/CatalogueProd ... 973&a=3973 probably want to check the metal and nylon bushes and tbe bolt.. Steve
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#3 Re: Bonnet hinge bolts coming loose
Hi Stephanie
Refit the bolts with new spring washers under their heads. It's likely they haven't been fitted.
It's amazing how many people leave these out when reassembling parts.
Regards
Refit the bolts with new spring washers under their heads. It's likely they haven't been fitted.
It's amazing how many people leave these out when reassembling parts.
Regards
Stuart
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If you can't make it work, make it complicated!
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#4 Re: Bonnet hinge bolts coming loose
Thanks both. The spring washers are there but I guess everything could just be a little worn. I'll probably buy new elements for both sides and refit.
Cheers
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#5 Re: Bonnet hinge bolts coming loose
Sounds like the wrong bit is turning & making the bolt twist out? Is the bonnet moving on the nylon bushes as it should, or is the whole assembly turning inside the frame?
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