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Old 07-19-2014, 10:58 PM
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Default Bonnet (hood) frame designs?

My GTO front section was laid with the bonnet included - there was a groove indicating where a cut was to be later made to separate the items. I initially thought this was a clever idea as it would ensure alignment; as it has turned out, it's not.

With no strengthening lip/return on the edge of the bonnet (nor have the front guards for that matter), and a likely 15-20 year passing since it was cut out, I now find the longer edges don't match up at all - something like an 8mm bow.

I'm trying to decide on what design of rib or frame I need to fibreglass/attach to the underside of the bonnet to pull it into shape.

I would appreciate any comments and photos which indicate what others have done to ensure the stability of the bonnet shape. Thanks.
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