smig 1 Posted January 25, 2020 Just gone to open my bonnet and the cable has snapped. So, how do I open the bonnet to sort it? I’ve done a search, and several posts seem to link to a ‘how to’, but when I click the link, the page say ‘404 not found’. Can some one post a working link, or give me a run through? Cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1xshaunx1 27 Posted January 25, 2020 Remove the grill first http://the-corrado.net/showthread.php?104296-Snapped-Bonnet-Release-Cable Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ger040 3 Posted January 25, 2020 be prepared for the grille to break as they become brittle with age i have a new grille but have not fitted it as i am always waiting for the pull cable to snap has anyone ever came up with a reliable alternative method of opening the bonnet when the inevitable happens? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fla 9 Posted January 25, 2020 Remove the grill with a credit card type of plastic to avoid moving the tabs too much Are both sides of the bonnet stuck or just one side? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smig 1 Posted January 25, 2020 I managed to remove the grill. I could then pull the cable to release the passenger side. I had to burst through the drivers side plastic radiator air guide and manually pull the drivers side catch. Got it open. Right, Heritage do the cables, but they’re just under 60 quid, any other more recently priced alternatives out there? I’ve read something about using Audi 100 cables, anyone done this? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keyo 47 Posted January 25, 2020 (edited) You can use an Audi 80 trumpet (same part number as Corrado) ready available off ebay if that has failed, also classics have now for sale the trumpet that does not have the screw. Member Easyposps member on here use to sell the cables I thik. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AUDI-UR-QUATTRO-TURBO-COUPE-80-90-COUPE-B2-BONNET-CABLE-END-CLAMP-811823555/303370573947?hash=item46a24b987b:g:7QkAAOSwwO9eFeGQ https://www.volkswagen-classic-parts.de/en/catalogsearch/result/?q=443823597A&order=relevance&dir=desc Edited January 25, 2020 by Keyo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keyo 47 Posted January 25, 2020 be prepared for the grille to break as they become brittle with age i have a new grille but have not fitted it as i am always waiting for the pull cable to snap has anyone ever came up with a reliable alternative method of opening the bonnet when the inevitable happens? I'm going to put two cable ties together and put it on the bonnet cable. dangle it on the inside of the grill and leave a small circle on the end of the cable so I can hook it through the grill and pull on it which should release the pins I guess in an emergency ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fla 9 Posted January 26, 2020 (edited) I've replaced mine with a bike cable. I think.it was around £10 all in. Its in my build thread http://the-corrado.net/showthread.php?42752-Aqua-blue-pearl-VR-p-34-bonnet-cable-repair/page34 Edited January 26, 2020 by fla Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr_G60 0 Posted January 28, 2020 I’ve read something about using Audi 100 cables, anyone done this? If I'm not wrong the part no. was 443823531A Regards Gunther Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smig 1 Posted January 28, 2020 If I'm not wrong the part no. was 443823531A Regards Gunther I’ve ordered one. We’ll see how I get on. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
easypops 8 Posted January 29, 2020 You can use an Audi 80 trumpet (same part number as Corrado) ready available off ebay if that has failed, also classics have now for sale the trumpet that does not have the screw. Member Easyposps member on here use to sell the cables I thik. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AUDI-UR-QUATTRO-TURBO-COUPE-80-90-COUPE-B2-BONNET-CABLE-END-CLAMP-811823555/303370573947?hash=item46a24b987b:g:7QkAAOSwwO9eFeGQ https://www.volkswagen-classic-parts.de/en/catalogsearch/result/?q=443823597A&order=relevance&dir=desc I still sell the cables, hopefully the one you’ve ordered sorts you out. If not fire me a pm http://the-corrado.net/showthread.php?94884-Bonnet-release-cables Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1xshaunx1 27 Posted January 29, 2020 Does it just hook onto your existing handle ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
easypops 8 Posted January 29, 2020 Does it just hook onto your existing handle ? Yes, the cable fits onto the existing handle, you need to retain the sheathing that runs across the slam panel and both trumpets Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keyo 47 Posted January 29, 2020 I think in future we are going to start seeing the rod springs snap and metal bracket retainers that hold the springs. You can still get one side spring but the other is obsolete I ordered a few of the offside none bolt trumpets and a new spring from classics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1xshaunx1 27 Posted January 29, 2020 Can you put my name down for one please easy while I scramble the money together, should be good for the weekend. Cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smig 1 Posted January 29, 2020 I still sell the cables, hopefully the one you’ve ordered sorts you out. If not fire me a pm http://the-corrado.net/showthread.php?94884-Bonnet-release-cables Cheers fella. I’ll bear this in mind :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
easypops 8 Posted January 30, 2020 Can you put my name down for one please easy while I scramble the money together, should be good for the weekend. Cheers No worries mate, just message me once you are needing it, I’ve got a few left so you’ll definitely get one, no need to rush :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
