Hood Replacement

[sidewaysreilly]

he was mad to do hoods a while ago........whats changed? More money elsewhere????????/

[dabofoppo]

He's moved onto the Nissan world and bought a 350Z

[leamyj]

I think Cloggy did a mohair replacement on his car a year or two ago, did it himself IIRC..give him a shout, I'd say two blokes should easily do it in the course of an afternoon. If you search youtube there's a video or two on how to do it also.

John

[dabofoppo]

If you search youtube there's a video or two on how to do it also.

had a quick look around but could not find any on youtube - can you post a link?

[gunners5]

I have fitted my fourth one during the summer.Your first one is the toughest but once you take your time, have space and most importantely follow the instructions and be patient it is a enjoyable job to do on a 5.
It takes a full day too do it right, you have to take out the seats it makes the job easier.The only reason I have done the job for local 5 owners is because they begged and pleaded with me so much as they were quoted outrageous prices by pathetic mazda dealers.
As i say you will be well capable of fitting a hood yourself, save yourself money and hassle.

[dabofoppo]

Sounds promising, and I'm not one to shy away from trying it myself.
So the next question is... Where should i buy a mohair hood for a reasonable price? There's so many after market providers that I would be a little worried about their quality and fitment. Can anyone recommend a supplier that they have personal experience with?

[leamyj]

Sample video only

[sidewaysreilly]

think you can buy the vids from most suppliers or possibly ebay lad.

[Steve]

If you search the forum you'll find contact details for the hood supplier in Wales (Jack is his name), he posted my mohair hood over for 210stlg (ish, can't remember exact figure) a number of years ago, its still in good condition + the fit is excellent.

Steve

[leamyj]

Jack Smith Trimmers of Swansea Rear of 158 St. Helens Avenue Swansea SA1 4NQ 01792 461 022

[sabik]

I got a copy off this Dandy car dvd on ebay it got some good info and tips I just haven't used them yet!

http://cgi.ebay.ie/Mazda-MX5-MX-5-Eunos ... 2c4c4162d1

[dabofoppo]

thanks for all the great tips lads. i'll probably place an order with jack after i get back from the honeymoon.

[charged_rs]

chargedrs is no longer doing hoods, and i really don't want to have to get a ferry over to wales to get it done. is there anyone else in ireland that can do it for a reasonable price?

wrong... i still do hoods ..just not for you

Maybe im fortunate but i really dont want to do business with ya!

[dabofoppo]

not really sure how we got off on the wrong foot here. PM sent.
hopefully we can sort this out.

[sidewaysreilly]

sort what out??? get a good quality hood and organise a tech day and save yourself the hassle. Its not rocket science to fit a hood lad. Getting one soon so a tech day is our best bet. He says he wont do it for ya so let him be.........he'll be glad of the sheckles some day.