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Hairyone

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Hi all, I've a fiberglass frogeye/bugeye front end & it does not have any cowl or ducting from the front grill to the radiator. I've just fitted my re-build 1275 (with some uprated bits). I've removed the engine fan & fitted a front mounted electric fan. However:
I'm now worried about overheating.
The bonnet is front hinging, has anyone photos of theirs?
Being front hinged, Perhaps I could bolt plated onto the front of the rad, instead of the bonnet?
Ta
Adrian
 
Sorry can't help with a photo. However, given you're in England (even southern England), I'd probably let it ride... namely, just see how it performs (given you have an electric fan). Not sure you'll need any special drafting with a cowling. Well, that's my take.
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I have a Speedwell Bonnet that will go on my B/E. It came with a cowl like this. I have it out of the car now, if you would like some better pictures and measurements.


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Paul
 
Cheers Paul, that looks just like I had in mind & had be designing in my head most of last night.
Your photo shows it works. Thanks, I'll post photo of mine when I've made it.
I don't need dimensions as I've a standard shape bonnet. Thanks.
Adrian
 
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