mplavery Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Is there anyone going to Japfest with a TRD bonnet on there Supra ?? I was going to buy one myself but the bodyshop who i am using said to me they will cut the vents out of the original bonnet as it will save me a little money and also will be a better finish then some copy TRD's bonnets.. So i need to get the size and positions of the vents if possible Thanks for your time people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Is there anyone going to Japfest with a TRD bonnet on there Supra ?? I was going to buy one myself but the bodyshop who i am using said to me they will cut the vents out of the original bonnet as it will save me a little money and also will be a better finish then some copy TRD's bonnets.. So i need to get the size and positions of the vents if possible Thanks for your time people I'm pretty sure they fit inbetween the gaps in the re-inforcement underside of the bottom. Take a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted May 11, 2009 Author Share Posted May 11, 2009 I'm pretty sure they fit inbetween the gaps in the re-inforcement underside of the bottom. Take a look. Yea thats what i think, never really had a look at one up close so im hoping someone can help me out at Japfest, if i can measure the size of the vents and the location on the bonnet the bodyshop can crack on cutting my bonnet up lol Im keeping my eye out for your car matt, looking forward to having a lookie at youe Supra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Yea thats what i think, never really had a look at one up close so im hoping someone can help me out at Japfest, if i can measure the size of the vents and the location on the bonnet the bodyshop can crack on cutting my bonnet up lol Im keeping my eye out for your car matt, looking forward to having a lookie at youe Supra Just design it how you want mate, if your body shop are doing some custom cuts then it doesn't matter if it's the same as original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve A Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 welcome to have a look at mine if you like mate just pop over will open up bonnet etc show you both sides shame your cars not black haha might be selling it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted May 11, 2009 Author Share Posted May 11, 2009 welcome to have a look at mine if you like mate just pop over will open up bonnet etc show you both sides shame your cars not black haha might be selling it That would be great Spooky How much you looking for the bonnet? the car is having a respray so colour is not a problem lol Have PM ya cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted May 11, 2009 Author Share Posted May 11, 2009 Just design it how you want mate, if your body shop are doing some custom cuts then it doesn't matter if it's the same as original. I have always liked the TRD bonnet but i know what your saying, I might do something different, im hoping i will get some ideas at Japfest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Thats exactly what i've got Pretty sure its as Matt said, cutouts of the underside. Fibreglass doesn't look right IMO, it has to be far too thick for cutouts. The only way to make it look right is to recess the underside, makes it too chunky if you don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 I'm pretty sure they fit inbetween the gaps in the re-inforcement underside of the bottom. Take a look. No they don't. Mine is a stock Supra bonnet with the holes cut from the pattern of a genuine TRD bonnet. The cutouts do cut through some of the under bonnet bracing. However, it doesn't make the bonnet any less rigid than stock. Personally, I'm happy with it, and prefer my 'cut aluminium' bonnet, over a fibreglass copy anyday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMiFFAD Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Can somsone with oen post up a good "from above" picture of their bonnet holes? I'm quite interested in hacking away at my spare bonnet now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Raven Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Simply rip off the heat shield and cut away between the bracing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul mac Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Can somsone with oen post up a good "from above" picture of their bonnet holes? I'm quite interested in hacking away at my spare bonnet now heres my cut and shut, i also have a spare bonnet which i am going to chop when i have time, next time i do it i would steer clear of the "established" aftermarket bonnets and go for something a bit more original (for a supra anyway), these are a couple of favourites Xanavi 350Z and a JGTC Supra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 I have avoided a fibreglass bonnet due to the poor fitment and asked Dave to rework my stock bonnet, very happy with the result and the fitment of course is great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul mac Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 I have avoided a fibreglass bonnet due to the poor fitment and asked Dave to rework my stock bonnet, very happy with the result and the fitment of course is great exactly why i never got one, i have yet to see a fibre glass, CF bonnet thats fits as well as stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magictorch Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Where would be the best place to cut the holes from a performance and cooling point of view? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul mac Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Where would be the best place to cut the holes from a performance and cooling point of view? ahh now then, that is a can of worms , without a wind tunnel and some serious testing, its impossible to tell, i'm sure someone will come on and say "you can really see the heat haze rising when its idling" (probably not now ) but at standstill it really doesn't make a jot of difference, hack away my man, to my knowledge no one with a vented bonnet has suffered overheating issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted May 11, 2009 Author Share Posted May 11, 2009 thanks people, Thats what the my bodyshop said that it would be a better finish. I will try and post up the stages of the bonnet as its being cut for those of you that are interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Becareful where you put the holes, some places are full of electrics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Raven Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Becareful where you put the holes, some places are full of electrics Always wondered matt how does your front vents work with your fan belt? does it no get wet? I had the two side ones done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 front vents work with your fan belt? does it no get wet? I get that problem with mine. I spray it with silicone spray every few months, seem to help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Raven Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Cheers, Im trying to buy a 2nd bonnet with the aim to cutting my own vents. Think i might stick to the 2 side ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Always wondered matt how does your front vents work with your fan belt? does it no get wet? I had the two side ones done. the front one isnt the problem, it's the one over the ignitor pack that's mean i've got to be extra careful with washing the car and keeping it under cover when it rains Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted May 13, 2009 Author Share Posted May 13, 2009 Becareful where you put the holes, some places are full of electrics Ver good point Matt, will keep an eye on that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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