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I have a problem with both front bonnet catches being difficult to undo sometimes almost impossible
Any ideas ?
Thanks
John
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When did you last lubricate them? I had the same problem and found that a couple of drops of oil worked wonders.
Cheers
John
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Just take the catch plates off the wings and bend them up a bit.
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With the heel of the hand try pushing down parallel to the slope of the bonnet, and push slightly forwards. With the non-pushing hand insert two fingers behind catch and pull to help persuade it to come free. I have always had trouble with the OSF bonnet catch, but this method works on mine.
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I use ACF50 and it works well on bonnet catches.
Bud
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Take the back ones off first.
Best Regards
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You could also try just loosening the catch retaining screws on the outside of the bonnet a little - it worked for me !
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