> Jonathan
>
> Ok, I think I've got it. THe edge you descrive is parallel to the door
> edge when the bonnet is closed. If this is correct, that flange is
> indeed wrapped around the brace and welded in spots.
> Note that it starts from the flange that rests on top of the cowl (that
> part is not bent). So as it curves downward, it must bend gradually
> until it can be folded back around the brace. THat brace is the part to
> which is attached the bonnet tersioner adjustment (that screw piece with
> the rubber cone on the end). I hope that is clear. As you relate, it's
> hard to describe without pictures.
> Joe Curry '64 Spit (FC4505)
Many thanks Joe, this is indeed the flange I was talking about, and
It looks like it shouldn't stay as a flange but be folded over the
brace.
Thanks again,
Jonathan Miles
1977 Spitfire 1500
FH 101018
Red (unknown, non-original)
Worcestershire, England.
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