I've recently bought a Z1. It's in fine condition and great to drive but there's frayed area in the side panel of the hood. It doesn't yet leak but it is rather unsightly, so I want to get it fixed over the winter. A local hood maker said it wasn't repairable and quoted about £1300 for a new hood. Then I contacted Car Hood Warehouse at Chessington Surrey who have quoted £820 for a new hood to original quality and spec. I would need to give them two weeks notice, and then they can fit in one day. They certainly sound professional and friendly.
Does anyone have any experience of this company and its work?
Does anyone have any ideas on how to prevent the fraying of the Z1 hood? It seems to be quite a common problem and happens where the fabric is pinched between two bars of the hood frame when it is folded away. I suppose reinforcement at these points would thicken the fabric and increase the pressure the hood irons exert on the fabric.
All advice will be welcome!
