I have also used the powervamp ally bracket but modified it so I could fit the battery in an upright position sorry but I can't work out how to post a photo on here
I know you have just bought this hood but my advise would be to get a half hood they are easy to fit and the car can be driven with it up and will not steam up inside and you won,t go deaf
The panel are aluminium so you do not need to drill a pilot hole just use self tapping screws and a cordless drill/driver there is nothing to worry about behind the skin
Thanks for the offer Gary , I really need the nose cone resprayed as someone reversed into it when parked I just wanted to tidy it up until I can Get it done properly. cheers Nigel
spotted gary and sue in a white convertible merc today on the A2 just before the sun in sands roundabout I was in a white transit van beeped a couple of times and waved
Thanks Jerry Ian , Jerry has sent me the contact details of Strand Bearings are these the same company you are using at the present time A big price difference thanks for your help.