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It's pretty simple if you go slowly and measure everything twice. I fitted the posts first then used them to mark exactly where the catches themselves had to be positioned. You have to cut a big enough hole in the inner skin to allow access to the outer surface.
Use masking tape on the bonnet then draw around the supplied template to mark the exact position for the first catch.
I used a small drill to mark the two holes then joined them up with a dremel. Once the first catch is fitted copy its position in mirror image to fit the second. I think it's important to fit one completely before fitting the second so that they can be matched exactly.
Tools needed: dremel, drill, few small files: no hammers required!
That's an awesome little write up thanks, exactly what I am looking for. ]
What size hole drill bits did you use? I will have to buy some as I only have a couple of timber ones which are also blunter than tombstones.
Metal drill bits no bigger than 1/8" and make sure you drill inside the profile line rather than on it, and drill the holes as close together as you can. Then use a dremel with metal cutting disc to join the holes up, then finish with a light file to shape to the line. Best use some decent masking tape too in case you slip. Should save the paintwork.
I presume these are a good radius for each end of the catch?
Yes.
Once the bonnet is marked up using the stencil provided you just use the hole saws to cut out each end. Once that's done, join the holes up with a dremmel.
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