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Originally Posted by Nubodi Automotive
The bonnet prop problem could be fixed by stronger hydraulic struts. If anyone knows of a company that makes these we could commission several sets to keep the cost down? They would need a BMW one to test for Newtons/metre and with the weight and length of the bonnet work out the extra strength. It will not make any extra stress on the fibreglass bonnet as it works on the hinge mechanism not the bonnet itself.
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If it helps, I'm awaiting costs from an OEM supplier for a batch of 10 off bonnet struts. I'm assuming there will be an off the shelf solution available from a production car rather than manufacturing something bespoke. The formal request was made via my company so I'd expect a reasonable discount.
I'll post the prices when ready, and happy to supply them at cost to the forum.