New hood pins for fiberglass hoods

[gnxtc2]

While at PRI, I found these: Bonnet Pin - Bonnet Latch - Hood Latches - AeroCatch

They are definitely going on my fiberglass hood. No hood pins sticking through the hood.

They also come in a locking version also.

Billy T.
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[GNVYUS 1]

Pretty neat, might not look like anything at all from a distance with our black hoods.

I might go this route, thanks for the link.

 

[GNBRETT]

kool. Nice find. Those are sleek.

 

[Pablo]

hah

Thats very similar to a variety of latches we use in aviation (Helicopters) there are numerous styles of latches that can accomplish the same thing. Never thought about using them for a hood, really slick idea.

 

[turbosam6]

I've been using those on my camaro for awhile now, they are nice. Not cheap, but I liked the locking feature. The biggest downside is the hole you gotta cut for them. You can also turn them sideways and use them to hold anything on: fenders, doors, etc. They are pretty trick.

 

[J Banning]

Thanks for the heads up Billy. Here's more info for those who might be interested...

Aerocatch Plus Flush Hood Latches
AeroCatch - Automotive

Found them for sale here ($85/pair).
Aerocatch Plus Flush Hood Latches

 

[GNVYUS 1]

I'm getting these since my Glasstek hood is not straight. I'll post pics when I get it back.

 

[Joe 1320]

I saw these the other day on Don Cruz's car. Sweet setup, much better than the typical pin and clip arrangement.

 

[novaderrik]

hah

Thats very similar to a variety of latches we use in aviation (Helicopters) there are numerous styles of latches that can accomplish the same thing. Never thought about using them for a hood, really slick idea.

do you have a source where you can buy them? maybe the place that this company actually buys them from.. cut out the middle man and save a few bucks. of course, being aviation related, they'd probably cost more than these.