My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

Does any one know the weights of the MWC bars vs. the Wolfe bars?

Wolfe 4130 - 60-65lbs
Wolfe MS - 80-85lbs

ssvert99

iTrader: (26)

Just shipped a CM 6pt to Alabama... total shipping weight was 45 pounds. The same thing in MS will be about 62 pounds.

1.75 x.083 is 1.478 lb/foot
1.75 x .120 is 2.089 lb/foot

chromoly and 1020 DOM mild steel(we don't use the cheap ERW the other guys do) are the exact same weight by volume.

our bar and cage kits are guaranteed to pass NHRA cert upon correct install procedures.

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

That's exactly what I needed to know, thanks for making this decision an easy one.

What kind of options for door bars do you guys offer?

AChotrod

iTrader: (17)

I dont think my Wolfe 6pt was that heavy. Maybe 60-65lbs but I never weighed it.

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

Those were just the weights listed on their website. Weather they are accurate compared to the actual amount of weight added to the car I don't know.

AChotrod

iTrader: (17)

I guess it could be but doesnt feel that heavy to me.

studderin

iTrader: (28)

I weight my wolfe weld in 4130, and posted it somewere in my build thread fyi

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

Cool I'll look that up thanks studderin

Edit: that thread is a great resource shows the weight difference of the seats I'm looking at as well.

ssvert99

iTrader: (26)

We can do just about anything, but the normal 1 piece door bar has 3 bends... at shoulder area, around armrest, at floor. Swingout sidebars are optional.

BADD SS

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wolfe is 1.75 x .134 wall ERW, and every bit of 80 lbs, mine was 82 I believe, this was in 2004 though...

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

Eric how much additional is a swing out on both sides?

joelster

Paying the extra $200 or whatever for chromoly is the best money you'll spend. After you put in that mild steel cage, try getting 30lbs out of your car for the same kind of money, lol.

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

I know the chromoly is worth it for a cage because of all the material involve. But are the weight differences worth it on things like torque arms and a-arms? From my understanding the savings are proportionate to how much metal is being used.

joelster

For a big piece that uses a lot of tubes, yes, there is a decent difference in weight. For torque arms, k-members, and panhard bars, go with chromoly. For a-arms, especially uppers, the $150 price difference isn't worth the 1-2lbs you'll save.

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

Thanks bud

AChotrod

iTrader: (17)

What safer CM or MS??????? Doesnt CM shatter around the welds easier? Is a tenth or 2 worth it cost and safety wise???

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

I thought it was stronger hence why you can use a thinner tube and still pass tech, is that not where the weight savings comes from?

dkota1968

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If you were to order a 6 point bolt in, does the rear 4 point part of it come assembled. It would be sweet if you had the swing out option and basically had to just connect the dots. I dont have the right stuff for welding CM but want it for the weight savings as I bought all my rear suspension in CM. After seeing how light my TA and PHB were compared to another steel TA I was very impressed.

ssvert99

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If that were the case I don't think NHRA/SFI would make the Advanced ET(7.49) rules to use anything but 4130N chromoly round tube and TIG welded.

If the welding process is done right there is no reason for it to shatter.

2 Stroke Racer

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My chromoly will be here in a couple days. Anyone have exact dimensions or lengths before bending? I'm doing a 6 point in my f-body. Joelster?? Anyone? I will probably measure studderins first but just wondering......