How To : Install Bonnet / Hood Pins (In Just 4 mins Real-Time)

Today i fitted push button bonnet/hood pins. Then i timed one side to show just how quick and easy this job can be.
Hopefully this video can give you the confidence to install your own at home.

[@sleepwalker29]

I actually learned something here. Adjusting the pins before drilling holes makes perfect since. So if the pins are not the same height the holes won't be even. You did a good job making this video.

[@DODGEMSQUAD]

Nice job!

[@JohnUbalde]

Awesome, quick and to the point job! I will be installing my Aerocatch latches soon and it wont be 4:20. I wish it would be though haha

[@TheDIYTuners]

You can use a similar technique for aero catch’s just with two different size hole saws then cut between them with a cutting disk 👍

[@achczoosh7083]

Questions. How long was the boont pin. I have a toyota celica mk2 4 head lights. I can only see a length of 5.5 cm. But does not seem long enough. Cheers Ac

[@h34th1986]

Cool I'll bring all the bits to the next car show and u can fit for me in 10mins lol

[@TheDIYTuners]

You get dinner in and by time you get back with it I’ll have them fitted 😂

[@frankense7en302]

@@TheDIYTuners is this a recurring offer? 😅

[@TheDIYTuners]

Sure is mate I'll do anything for 5 selects 🤣

[@frankense7en302]

@@TheDIYTuners anything eh? So my bonnets getting done and a happy ending 😅

[@TheDIYTuners]

🤣 Dont spread the word mate I'll have everyone round

[@ceemihail]

How are these holding up? Holding down the hood well? Good video BTW.

[@TheDIYTuners]

Yep they doing well they help keep the bonnet lines spot on also which I like

[@ROGUESPIRIT_]

1:00 is what i did on my mx5 i had 2 holes in the end. lol

[@Fatmonster93]

Love the accent! Where ya from? I'd have to guess south africa but honestly I've got no clue lol

[@TheDIYTuners]

🤣 Never been mistaken for South African before. I'm from the UK/England

[@Fatmonster93]

@@TheDIYTuners Well I think you sound more like Dicaprio in Blood Diamond than Van Dyke in Mary Poppins but chim chimney cheerio matey I'll just have to take your word.

[@worm5116]

Would you recommend painting the part you drilled so it won’t rust?

[@TheDIYTuners]

Yes especially if your bonnet is steel. The rx7 bonnet is alluminium so not as bad corrosion wise

[@ka.powered8328]

Do I still need my factory hood latch for this?

[@TheDIYTuners]

Personally I would if you can. I run my factory latch still as you never know how much air is going to get built up underneath. @robdahm is proof enough for that 🤣

[@ka.powered8328]

Thanks for the quick reply! Rob dahm hood pins failed on him? And I can't run my factory hood latch, that's why I wanna know if these are strong enough

[@TheDIYTuners]

Have you seen the race vs the hoonicorn? I wouldn't say his failed more of a design issue as his car has a full flat floor no where for the air to go. And the latches are only rated to a certain force

[@ka.powered8328]

Hmm,and how much did u pay for these? And can u link them?

[@TheDIYTuners]

These were a gift but if you search quiklatch they make some good quality ones

[@lazaromartinez4780]

What brand are those pins

[@TheDIYTuners]

Ep racing I think from memory

[@brunostiglitz7535]

4.20min now smoke a victory cone

[@achczoosh7083]

Un able to upload image..

[@MrSrt4parts]

I HOPE YOUR PARKINSONS TREATMENT GOES WELL...

[@TheDIYTuners]

😂 Thanks for your concern