Y60 Bonnet struts and brackets

hi all,

I have managed to create a set of brackets, LH and RH, using existing mounting points (no engineering required) which eliminates the need to use the existing bonnet bar/pole. Have mounted the brackets on a number of other GQ's successfully and was wondering if there is a market for them. The struts are not GU ones and have been tested to go with the brackets specifically.

At best it takes about half hour to fit....at worst an hour. The most expensive part are the struts as they will be brand new and ordered to suit.

Cost will depend on numbers.

Cheers

I would say there would be mate..... What would an approx ball park figure be?

If it is a one off about $150- approx. Haven't worked out postage and handling yet. Posted an imageAttachment 75948

94Patrol, could be interested however I think the strut will hit my aux battery which is right up near the firewall. Are you able to take a front shot pls so i can assess. I have a bit going on under the hood on both sides already so maybe these won't fit - if they do i will be up for a pair.

hi PeeBee, the compressed length is 215mm when closed it sits just below horizontal following the quarter panel line. hope it helps. Here's a front on. Attachment 75952

Many thanks, will have a close look tomorrow.

I would definitely buy some of these but I'm in WA so shipping would need to be factored in.

Hi JackoGQYoot, if you are a definite I will look into shipping etc.

I think they would be a really tight fit if they fitted at all. I will pass for now, but great idea and thanks for the images.

cheers...no worries :)

Yeah mate I'll definitely buy some.
But are you negotiable on price?
Do you do PayPal?
Cheers

I would also be interested depending on price and and delivery cost to WA

If I do a couple orders i could try to work the delivery into it but I have no idea where Byford is and it's my first time doing this so I don't have Paypal. A bank transfer is ok by me. I gotta find out about the struts too.

How are they mounted? Do you use nuts n bolts or tek screws? And will I need to drill holes in the panels to mount them?

There is no drilling or any special tools. All you need is your socket set, 13mm and blue loctite if you like and maybe longer bolts. Using the existing mounting points for the bonnet hinges. Everything will be supplied other than your socket set. I am in the process of putting together an Installation Instruction sheet.

I like it....

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That's good mate!
Let me know when I can buy them!:hpfredgeorge1:

“A bit going on under the bonnet “ ?!?! Understatement of the year @PeeBee 🤣

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“A bit going on under the bonnet “ ?!?! Understatement of the year @PeeBee 🤣

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Thanks old fella. You guys sure are going to have crook guts and sore heads by the sounds of your Licola Shopping list.

ok, I am making a couple of sets at the moment and get the complete kits together next week. I am thinking mid to late next week. email me with delivery details on smcls346@gmail.com and I'll reply with my details.

JackoGQYoot and Clunk and anyone else, I now have two sets of the brackets etc etc (complete kit) available. Let me know if you are still up for it. cheers

Have you received my email 94patrol?

hi JackoGQYoot...just checked my email. yes I have received your email and have replied with details. cheers

I have packed the kit ready for shipping/delivery. Just waiting on your reply to email. Cheers

will they fit 96 tb42e auto? from peterv

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Originally Posted by 94patrol

JackoGQYoot and Clunk and anyone else, I now have two sets of the brackets etc etc (complete kit) available. Let me know if you are still up for it. cheers

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PM sent mate

If the shape is the same as early GQ’s then it should fit. Post an image if u like. So long it is a GQ. GUs have struts already