bonnet handle right position ?

[Polse7317]

I wonder what is the correct position of the release handle lock ? actualy i have a new one from SNG and the open position is with the handle turned up when it is open and turned horizontal when closed.




Some one told me that it must be down when closed but in that case i must drill 2 new holes in the bulkhead to have the escutcheon screw verticaly, ! i don't want to drill ...
Is it correct to keep it as it is on the photos above ?

[Robbiee]

Looks correct to me
Robbie

[Heuer]

[Polse7317]

Ok Thank's ......

[nefematic]

Bentley Manual:

[Polse7317]

Well...... obviously there is another fitting ! i thought it was safer to have the closed position in the down position or horizontal instead of the opposite up position...

[Heuer]

Yes, that position is dangerous as the handle can rotate with vibration and the bonnet unlocks. I would ignore that drawing and go with the sensible position. From Factory Fit:



Different car:

[Polse7317]

I agree David

[abowie]

Te escutcheons are not handed so they both open and close the same way.

[Heuer]

Therein lies the problem - people with OCD want them in symmetry and pointing in opposite directions when closed. It means the LH side opens with vibration especially if the rubber buffers have not been fitted.

[nefematic]

David, may I ask - what is OSD?

[mgcjag]

Hi Martin...Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder in which people have unwanted and repeated thoughts, feelings, ideas, sensations (obsessions), and behaviors that drive them to do something over and over (compulsions). Often the person carries out the behaviors to get rid of the obsessive thoughts.
Ofter found in many E type owners ....Steve

[cactusman]

Forgive me for probably being dumb but should they both point down so to speak when the bonnet is closed then?

[Heuer]

The position is dictated by the two escutcheon retaining screws so they can only be in one of two orientations, pointing down is not one of them.