White Bonnet for Mk3 340

Post by **pettaw** » 30 Mar 2006 02:35 pm

One of our 340s has failed its MOT on two stupid things. Small split on front windscreen and also the bonnet leading edge is rusted and has left a sharp edge.

So if anybody has or knows where a bonnet preferably in white is I'd be grateful.

Cheers.

Post by MJ » 30 Mar 2006 03:09 pm

You could go for the chav black 'carbon style' bonnet

Post by **ebdl** » 30 Mar 2006 06:06 pm

What's wrong with gaffer tape? Used it to great effect on my VW T25 camper

It should get you through the MOT, then you can get the bonnet sorted at your leisure.

Post by **990** » 30 Mar 2006 08:06 pm

ebdl wrote:What's wrong with gaffer tape? Used it to great effect on my VW T25 camper

It should get you through the MOT, then you can get the bonnet sorted at your leisure.

Yes gaffer tape is good for corroded windscreen corners on VW T2's as well

Post by **petefarrell360** » 30 Mar 2006 09:03 pm

Indeed, tape should be enough to cure the sharp edges and should be acceptable to the MOT tester. It's not a structural area, so doesn't require welding etc.
Pete

Post by **pettaw** » 01 Apr 2006 06:44 pm

I'm in the process of trying the 'stick a whole load of filler in and hope' method. I'm using some mesh to try and build out the shape etc. I'll keep you posted. A good other white bonnet though, would be by far the best option.

Post by **Carl** » 02 Apr 2006 11:17 am

Hasnt there been one on ebay for yonks? In the shops section?

Post by **pettaw** » 02 Apr 2006 11:46 am

I think that's for a Mk1 isn't it?

If its this one http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VOLVO-340-BONNET_ ... dZViewItem

Post by **jarlidge** » 02 Apr 2006 12:02 pm

i've got a white bonnet on a 360glt e- reg in perfect condition, am scrapping,

Post by **SteveP** » 02 Apr 2006 12:18 pm

Yeah the ebay one is for a Mk1 I believe. Oooh... 360 bonnet should be good Andy - they don't tend to rust out on the leading edge so easily!

Post by **pettaw** » 02 Apr 2006 01:05 pm

You're my saviour Jarlidge. you have pm.

Post by **foggyjames** » 02 Apr 2006 02:26 pm

Looks like we have a plan

I'm working on a plan with Keith to buy that mk1 bonnet as soon as I have some spare space (read: when all the gearboxes and cylinder heads have gone from my place!). Couldn't possibly say why...

cheers

James

Post by **pettaw** » 08 Apr 2006 03:08 pm

Just got back with the bonnet, only a 370 mile round trip

Anyway, it needs a bit of tidying up. I'll keep you posted when I get it cleaned up and fitted.