Running a half hood

[munch]

Ed,

Do you run it across the entire hood?

[EDNY]

Ed,

Do you run it across the entire hood?

Sorry.. already answered that in my previous post while you were typing!

[munch]

My bad, I should slow down and read.  I like the full hood straps.  It would seem you could run the half or full hood.

[EDNY]

My bad, I should slow down and read.  I like the full hood straps.  It would seem you could run the half or full hood.

My fault...went back and edited the message while you were typing

Anyway...the full size straps seem to fit those vintage open race cars ?...I like the (4) short strap version better. I may just make a set out of nylon since I have the commercial sewing machine.  Then I won't need to worry about the leather molding, getting wet etc.

I'll have to keep my eyes open for those brass latches, then I can just pick up some 1" to 2" nylon strap material and use those nylon quick releases? Would be a piece of cake making a short set of four in just about any color!

Ed

[munch]

Ed,

Check it out.

http://www.restorationstuff.com/featured7.html

[EDNY]

Ed,

Check it out.

http://www.restorationstuff.com/featured7.html

I like that...they even have stainless "footman loops".

Here is just one idea if you wanted to go with nylon, I think 1.5" wide might look better:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/10X-2-50mm-Dual-Side-Release-Waist-Belt-Plastic-Buckle-/261364091813?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cda838ba5

[munch]

Ed,

That would definitely work, but I must admit I like the old school look of the other latch styles.  You make a good point about the leather, but it sure looks good.

Right now I think I am going for the short straps and maybe something else latter.

[EDNY]

Here's another option using Mil-Spec rifle slings, would be great for a Rat Rod for sure:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/RIFLE-SLING-OLIVE-DRAB-7-1-25-x-49-QUICK-DETACH-NEW-/360829365584?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item54031b2d50


If you need any stitching done...let me know...just pay any postage.

Ed

[munch]

ED,

That is very kind of you to offer, I appreciate it very much.  I do like your full straps...

[EDNY]

ED,

That is very kind of you to offer, I appreciate it very much.  I do like your full straps...

I'm sure I won't be using them...maybe I'll make a deal with you. They came with the 34 coupe when I bought it, new - never installed them and now thinking..I might just make a set of nylon units.

BTW: Put a link to the Restoration Supply Company below.

Thanks

[munch]

Ed,

How is that done, I may be overlooking the obvious?

[EDNY]

Ed,

How is that done, I may be overlooking the obvious?

Sorry..I included the link below already...nice site!

[munch]

Yes, the internet is an amazing tool.  Stay in touch about the straps you build, I want to see them.

[trbomax]

 When I ran a half hood on my 28 (in my avitar) I used small toggel type tool box latches.

[trbomax]

They dont show very well but they are there.