Bonnet raisers..

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 12:27 pm

Is it for the "I just hit a wall" look? ..or is there more to it?

Post by **Pushki** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 12:37 pm

It's a misguided attempt to cool the engine bay.

Looks ridiculous to me.

Post by **indigolemon** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 12:47 pm

If I remember correctly, when tested, they actually increase under bonnet temps due to the turbulence at the back of the bonnet when the car is moving.

[edit] And yes, they do make the car look like it's been in an accident.

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 12:51 pm

I wondered if it was because of massive modifications that meant the bonnet has to sit physically higher - big turbo manifold, or huge throttle bodies or something.. weird.

Post by **RattyMcClelland** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 12:55 pm

It's for attention seeking tramps.

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 12:57 pm

lucas · Post by **lucas** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 1:53 pm

purely a "JDM" scene kid mod

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 2:06 pm

I did a quick Google search since starting this thread and some of the bollocks I've read from people is making me want to kill myself. Figuratively speaking, of course.

nitin_s1 · Post by **nitin_s1** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 4:45 pm

lucas wrote:purely a "JDM" scene kid mod

I don't like it so can't be JDM.

vetrox · Post by **vetrox** » Mon Apr 27, 2015 5:16 pm

On occasion some engine transplants need the bonnet raised (evo lump into proton) to clear parts.

Personally I think it looks cool. Especially if U have a blingy bay. People can sneak a peak.

But what do I know, I put big wings on FWD cars