Bonnet Unlocking Cable

In the process of the rebuild, I'd like to know how was the inner pull done for the bonnet unlocking mechanism. In the Drivers Manual there is very little mention, and I can't find any pics of it. Can anyone help, please? Thank you. Paul

Do you have all of the parts for it? One of the Haynes or other Workshop Manuals should show it, although it's one of those areas where they don't go into detail.
Mine says this: 1. Undo the two screws and remove the lock assembly. 2. Refitting is the reverse of removal.
So I hope you were paying attention when it came off!

Mine wouldn't keep the bonnet shut, so I replaced the Elf sliding type lock with a newer Mini lever type. It works way better! Somerford Mini has the parts for both types in their catalog, but I don't know if the Elf ones are available. I used this kit from Mini Spares: Bonnet Cable Lock

RedRiley, I forgot to mention that what I was interested in was the pull handle in the cabin, not the actual mechanism. I.E. I will need some pics of how the actual pull handle is made. Is it "T" shaped? In the manual it looks more like a blank choke cable...

RomanHornet wrote:RedRiley, I forgot to mention that what I was interested in was the pull handle in the cabin, not the actual mechanism. I.E. I will need some pics of how the actual pull handle is made. Is it "T" shaped? In the manual it looks more like a blank choke cable...

I've got my original one and an extra Mini one in the garage. I'll take a look this morning.

RomanHornet wrote:RedRiley, I forgot to mention that what I was interested in was the pull handle in the cabin, not the actual mechanism. I.E. I will need some pics of how the actual pull handle is made. Is it "T" shaped? In the manual it looks more like a blank choke cable...

Correct, my Mk 2 is like the round choke cable and is mounted under the middle rail on right. (I suppose on left hand side if lefthand drive?) with the word BONNET across the centre

Hi have a look on mini spares web site (www.minispares.com) it sould be around part no GS1302373 I say this because I`ve got an old catalogu, hope this helps let me know as I`ve got some other roads we could go down regards Steve

Hi everyone, thanks for all your help. To sum it up, at I am really after is a round-knobbed bonnet mechanism cable, with the word BONNET across. Can anybody help me? the mechanism itself it's there, I just miss the cable. Thanks guys (and girls!)

Which one do you want?

The one on the left in the 2nd and 3rd pics is a new replacement. You might have to cut the part off of the end of the cable to fit it. The one on the right is what was on my Elf when I got it. The cable is still good, but the housing is a bit worn.

Hi the one you want is no longer avalable (round with the word BONNET on it) the replacement is the 2nd one in reds pic, avalable from www.minispares.com compleat kit part no GS130273 £27.77 cable only part no FSE10020 £9.40, hope this helps

Thanks for your offer RedRiley, but I am doing quite a thorough job with the resto of the Roman Hornet, and will rather wait until a miracle happens, like someone offering a battered one to me, for a proper amount. The stone is thrown! I will score eBay in the meantime.... Many thanks!

I have just done this part. Let me know what detail You would like to see on photo.

Attaboy, CamelotR, that's exactly what I'm looking for. Would'nt possibly happen that you would sell the whole set? I am maily interested in the cable, but having all the bits would'nt hurt either! Thanks!

Sorry, I can only provide photos if You need, as this was restored for my project.

Sure CameloR, I thought so. Very kind with your help and photos, you all guys. I will now post an ad, asking for the cable. Before this, I had'nt a single clue of what was I needing! Now I have and idea and a picture. I will be back with more questions. Cheers! Paul

Hi all, just a quick note to say that I was finally able to find the proper cable on eBay, and I am now restoring the lettering on it...
Many thanks to all!
Paul