sighnbox Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 Hi guys finally decided to get a bonnet prop after 9 years off not having one .....happy to do a bit of mod as more its a more modern bonnet on my 1990 110....Has any one a pic of the whole bonnet prop that should fit into my bonnet/slot so I can buy one mod the other end of it it to fit my engine bay Thanks there 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 I think, notice the word THINK that the latest one should fit, I have the Wolf one fitted, works a treat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 this is the later Td5 version ----------- http://www.albrit.de/UNI.cfm?PAGE=768262&SPRACHE=EN on my '89 110 I have the one piece support item 7 on my bonnet. it came with the 200tdi engine kit back in 1994. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverik Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 As Ralph says, you've got a Td5 bonnet, not a huge amount of options that don't require significant modification out with the original parts for that bonnet... The standard for a non spare wheel bonnet was the scissor type that fix onto the radiator mounting bracket and the spare wheel solid prop that is in essence very similar to the td5 one but its fatter and hinges on the bonnet rather than at the engine side... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Gas struts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 To be honest I wouldn't faff around with a prop, but fit struts as EJ says... one less thing to do when opening, and one less thing to get in the way when you are working on it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sighnbox Posted August 23, 2016 Author Share Posted August 23, 2016 It may sound odd but struts to me just ain't land rover I should say I have just come back from the pub lol I like the metal prop thing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverik Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 It may sound odd but struts to me just ain't land rover I should say I have just come back from the pub lol I like the metal prop thing Got to say I'm in the strut-less camp... I've not seen a set-up yet that I think (IMO) will stand up to abuse (that I would subject), where a good old prop wont do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snagger Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 As you have a plain bonnet, then the type in Ralph's link is easiest to use, as fitted to TD5 and TDCI which didn't carry bonnet mounted spare wheels. If you have a spare wheel there, then this prop is too weak and you'd need the older single rod prop from the Tdis, but that swings backward and clips along the parallel bonnet frame runner in a small clip, and is more awkward to use (especially with a bullbar). I have that type and while it has the strength. I dislike it. I'd rather have the old scissor type. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam001 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 Got to say I'm in the strut-less camp... I've not seen a set-up yet that I think (IMO) will stand up to abuse (that I would subject), where a good old prop wont do. You are not wrong. But I must admit I much prefer having the gas struts do the lifting on mine when there's a full 265/75 on the bonnet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snagger Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Im impressed they handle that weight - I may need to look at fitting some, trouble is I have a Tdi bonnet with SIII wings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobias Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Links to good gas strut setups for bonnet mounted spare, please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Nige at Megasquirt-V8 was doing them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oakmaster Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 "Links to good gas strut setups for bonnet mounted spare, please!" seconded - But dont need the "bonnet mounted spare" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 GOOGLE says http://www.megasquirt-v8.co.uk/diff_offroad.php 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miketomcat Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Wow that's as subtle as fridge and myself...... Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Could have LMGTFY.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 I'd already had 3 people post on the internet that morning that took me less than 30 seconds to Google and find the answer....I was a bit annoyed shall we say.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobias Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 GOOGLE says http://www.megasquirt-v8.co.uk/diff_offroad.php "IT WILL NOT cope with wheels on bonnets ! " So rant all you like... NOT reading my question is arguably no better than NOT googling... As i wrote: Links for bonnet mounted spare gas strut kits still welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 ....and oakmaster asked for without, now who looks the fool? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 "Links to good gas strut setups for bonnet mounted spare, please!" seconded - But dont need the "bonnet mounted spare" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Lets NOT get into a slanging match please guys, the megasqirt rams are for Bonnet only. I don't know or have not seen any that will keep the bonnet & mounted spare wheel raised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snagger Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Well, Adam001 said his struts work with a pretty hefty wheel on the bonnet. Whether they're guaranteed to is another matter, and I'd not want to be underneath the bonnet if just one of the struts failed, whereas a plain bonnet would just give a small bruise if the struts gave up, but I think they'd be a nice lifting assister for use in conjunction with a prop. Adam, where did you get yours? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oakmaster Posted August 30, 2016 Share Posted August 30, 2016 Hands up - I was being a bit lazy - But Just googling stuff does not get you the experience or recommendation, nous, wisdom, or insight from the members who might have a valid opinion to share. googling it just gets you a vendor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam001 Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 Well, Adam001 said his struts work with a pretty hefty wheel on the bonnet. Whether they're guaranteed to is another matter, and I'd not want to be underneath the bonnet if just one of the struts failed, whereas a plain bonnet would just give a small bruise if the struts gave up, but I think they'd be a nice lifting assister for use in conjunction with a prop. Adam, where did you get yours? These are mine... http://www.olearymotorhomes.co.uk/gas-strut-medium--heavy-duty-270-p.asp Post 101 is how I fitted them... http://forums.lr4x4.com/index.php?showtopic=76920&p=722159 With both fitted, when opening the bonnet the balance point for it to hold the spare wheel up is around 6-10 inches above the radiator. While I don't remember if I tested it or not if one did fail, the other would probably still hold it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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