Have you ever wondered what to do with that old accelerator cable that
broke a the end?. I do essentially what Jim does, using the old
accelerator cable.
Larry Hoy
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-mgb-v8@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-mgb-v8@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Stuart
> Sent: Friday, April 18, 2003 4:16 PM
> To: 'Barrie Robinson'; mgs@autox.team.net; mgb-v8@autox.team.net
> Subject: RE: Goodies for MGBs
>
>
> I can solve the bonnet problem for pennies- even Canadian pennies.
>
> 1 piece of mechanic's wire about 20" long with a small loop
> twisted in one end. The other end is fastened to the bonnet
> release arm located under the slam panel- same place where
> the cable connects. Run the end with the loop through the
> hole in the inner fender where the wiring for the lights
> pass, on the driver side. This hole is below the top of the
> grill, & the wire will not show.
>
> To access, turn the steering wheel, grab the loop & pull.
>
> Works with chrome & rubber bumper cars.
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