Bonnet Holder Upper options

[Finny]

I can see where this has been mentioned a few time in the past.
However can't find any evidence of a permanent holder or stay being used.

Yes a stick of wood or plastic conduit (as I'm currently using) works OK.
But I would like a more permanent option that doesn't risk gravity, wind gusts or people touching it.
Something that is permanently attached.
Especially if it's anywhere away from home.

So I'm looking at a permanent holder/s to go under the bonnet.
Just wonder if anyone has previously made one and how they did it.

[Devilrod]

Best option is to make some measurements when the bonnet is open to the radiator support panel and head down to a pick a part and start scrounging, or chase up some replacement bonnet springs. Never had issues with my bonnet dropping so maybe it's just your springs are worn.

[Mick]

yeah I've never had an issue with bonnet droping but I do believe it is one I think I once heard that is why they have an inner spring on them sometimes, I did see one once that had a metal rod as with some later model and jap cars that just clipped and was hinged to the underside of the bonnet

[Trev]

Gas struts would work.

[In the Shed]

Howdy Folks,
I did see someone advertising on gumtree recently (located just north of Adelaide, SA) bonnet springs for the FB/EK which had a smaller spring inside the original spring to prevent bonnet sag. Unfortunately I don't have the contact details. The idea might be worth following up with a spring manufacturer/supplier?

Stephen

[Finny]

I have already lost some paint from the bonnet in free fall.
Yes I have seen the extra springs, but I was looking to create a physical barrier.
I recall the my original wagon would occasionally drop also, if subjected to wind or a knock.
I certainly wouldn't just trust the springs, for example if the bonnet was open for viewing and a small child was anywhere near it.
I do some measuring and see if I can create a two piece locking bracket.
I just thought someone else would have already done one.