Wanted: cover for those @#$!*^!& holes in the cover between radiator and bumper

wstar · 04-08-2009, 03:13 PM

Yes, I'm abusing the wanted section to vent

I'm getting really tired of dropping small tools and small car parts through those 3 holes in the plastic cover between the top of the radiator and the bumper when the hood is up. Then I've gotta go pull the underside cover again, and hope the piece didn't bounce somewhere obscure...

One of the aftermarket guys should fab up a little tool/parts tray that slots into those holes and covers the whole area with a nice level working surface

semtex · 04-08-2009, 04:41 PM

LOL. ^ Butterfingers!

Actually, in all seriousness, I usually use a magnetic tray and throw all my stuff in there. It helps! Of course, not all parts are magnetic. But it still helps like, 85% of the time. Just something you might want to try to see if it helps.

ChrisSlicks · 04-08-2009, 04:50 PM

Throw a blanket over the radiator/bumper when your working, that will help stop things falling in.

SoCal 370Z · 04-08-2009, 04:51 PM

Personally, I use the Boomerang line of tools...no worries.

Actually, to extrapolate on Semtex's play—get yourself a magnetic fender cover and place it over that area.

04-08-2009, 03:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
wstar Voted 42nd Best Journal! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,444 Drives: 370Z 7AT/Sport/Tour Rep Power: 4	*Wanted: cover for those @#$!^!& holes in the cover between radiator and bumper** Yes, I'm abusing the wanted section to vent I'm getting really tired of dropping small tools and small car parts through those 3 holes in the plastic cover between the top of the radiator and the bumper when the hood is up. Then I've gotta go pull the underside cover again, and hope the piece didn't bounce somewhere obscure... One of the aftermarket guys should fab up a little tool/parts tray that slots into those holes and covers the whole area with a nice level working surface __________________ 09 370Z 7AT PG Sport/Touring w/o Nav Journal thread \|\| 300.2 rwhp / 242.7 rwtq (Dyno Dynamics, outdated)

04-08-2009, 04:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
semtex Pruritus Ani Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 3,758 Drives: people to drink Rep Power: 11	LOL. ^ Butterfingers! Actually, in all seriousness, I usually use a magnetic tray and throw all my stuff in there. It helps! Of course, not all parts are magnetic. But it still helps like, 85% of the time. Just something you might want to try to see if it helps. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 318.1 WHP & 250 ft/lbs TQ (Dyno Dynamics (10/28/09)) Stillen G3 Intake, Headers, CBE, Pulley / Berk HFCs / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

04-08-2009, 04:51 PM	#4 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z ✎Semtex stole my journal! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 1,553 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 6	Personally, I use the Boomerang line of tools...no worries. Actually, to extrapolate on Semtex's play—get yourself a magnetic fender cover and place it over that area. __________________ I will gladly accept Rep Points, but prefer Rep Pints—they go down easier, and I'm happier...for the moment. Last edited by SoCal 370Z; 04-08-2009 at 05:05 PM.

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ChrisSlicks Hibernation Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: South Park Posts: 2,140 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 5	Throw a blanket over the radiator/bumper when your working, that will help stop things falling in.