Bonnet pin alternative

[Braddy40]

I recently bought a carbon fibre bonnet not realising the dangers of the latches becoming weak and the dangers of the bonnet flying open causing great damage.
I researched the options of visible pins or Aerocatch but as with most owners hated the idea of drilling and cutting the Carbon bonnet. I eventually found these PINTKING or QUICK-LATCH MINI pins available on ebay that are based on a larger american design. It still required a small amount of drilling but an amount I was comfortable with and left a subtle but safe finish.
Unfortunately they are overpriced at £22-£29 Each! So I did a trial on one and as it worked great will be purchasing another as soon as I've re-mortgaged. I hope this alternative is of some use to someone.
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[rockyrobin]

i think it looks so much better than the other style pins.
looks grate buddy,

loving the carbon bonnet

[Adam.Findlay]

how much weight can one of these connectors support. Id be cautious about solely relying on them for holding your bonnet down.
Good idea and looks pretty slick though!

[Braddy40]

A single pin will hold 150 lb. There is a Video available on YouTube under Quik Latch Mini Kit - strength test.
I am also using the main factory latch.These are back-up in-case the main latch was to ever fail.

[mivec - pow]

Very nice... What time of drill bit did you use in drill a hole in your bonnet. Looks neat and simple.

[crazyken76]

I prefare the aerocatch and you can lock them

[AKKO]

Yeah I'm an aerolatch fan also...
Just wish the provided screws didn't rust grr

[Braddy40]

Very nice... What time of drill bit did you use in drill a hole in your bonnet. Looks neat and simple.

I used a drill adaptor called a 'Holesaw' which is a cup shaped adaptor with a saw like edge with a fitted pilot drill. Its used for larger shallow holes.Yes, It does give a cleaner finish. Hope that helps.