i got the weld in cage, so its not that bad then. got several buddies that can weld good. sounds good. will be in as soon as i get it 
Cage Install
Cage Install i i know that the seats and carpet come out but what else? headliner? if so does it go back in easy? this is going to be something new for me. any thoughts would be greatly appreciatied. (please move if in wrong forum)
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Headliner can stay.
Basically, seats, carpet and any misc panels that may be in the way of the cage itself or will interfere with the install (i.e. melting plastic panels while welding, etc).
Basically, seats, carpet and any misc panels that may be in the way of the cage itself or will interfere with the install (i.e. melting plastic panels while welding, etc).
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If you go with a bolt-in cage the install is strait forward. Just take your time when lining everythiing up. Investing a few bucks in a new 3/8" drill bit might help you with all those holes you are going to drill.
The biggest PITA for me was modifying the rear panels for the down bars. I went with the early design panels that didn't have provisions for speakers. I then drilled new holes for the down bars, and relocated my existing speakers to the rear section of the panel. I didn't like the idea of the down bars entering through the speaker grills.
Good Luck.
The biggest PITA for me was modifying the rear panels for the down bars. I went with the early design panels that didn't have provisions for speakers. I then drilled new holes for the down bars, and relocated my existing speakers to the rear section of the panel. I didn't like the idea of the down bars entering through the speaker grills.
Good Luck.
You don't even have to take out the center console and carpet. Just remove all the other panels, roll the two halfs of the carpet to the center of the car and duck tape them togethor. I would remove the headliner though to avoid damaging it when getting the main hoop in the car. It goes back real easy.
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that looks great. was going to paint mine to match the interior but i may paint it to match the car. i got the weld in so we will see how it goes. good to hear its not too difficult to get out of. the old lady would complain then. hope all goes well
