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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 04:43 PM
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I'll be selling mine that I took out of mine before trading it in and since it doesn't fit right in my ttop car I bought a new one ....selling for $400 but must be picked up not shipping
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Old Dec 22, 2005 | 05:45 PM
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I'll be selling mine that I took out of mine before trading it in and since it doesn't fit right in my ttop car I bought a new one ....selling for $400 but must be picked up not shipping
Have any pics?
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Old Dec 23, 2005 | 11:34 AM
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heres some pics forgot to metion it has swing outs on both sides and the rear bars are welded thats why no shipping or they would have to be cut.
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Old Dec 24, 2005 | 05:29 PM
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thanks
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Old Dec 28, 2005 | 10:36 AM
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That won't do anything if you roll.

Just get real roll bar.






Originally Posted by joshtownsend
I disagree. Go buy the wolf main hoop for a convertible, I bought one for $120 , I think. Then just attach I with a piece of roll bar material from a local shop to the main body on the quarter panels. This is not the strongest point but I believe that it will protect you from a roll over.Here a pic of how I did mine.
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Old Dec 28, 2005 | 02:17 PM
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Are your rear seats pretty much useless now?


Originally Posted by Ed Blown Vert
That won't do anything if you roll.

Just get real roll bar.



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Old Dec 28, 2005 | 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Chas1
Are your rear seats pretty much useless now?
Pretty much. The rear-bar does come out when I am not racing. But an adult can smack his head against the bar.
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 11:32 AM
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Ed blown vert, what do you mean about getting a real roll bar?
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 11:32 AM
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Ed blown vert, what do you mean about getting a real roll bar? Is yours not real?
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by 02' hawk
Ed blown vert, what do you mean about getting a real roll bar? Is yours not real?
Mine is real. Not sure why I said that. I think it was to the guy who just had a hoop.
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 12:07 PM
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Gotcha
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Originally Posted by 99SS'Vert
I second that.
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 08:28 PM
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i think i am going with them
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Old May 1, 2006 | 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Ed Blown Vert
Pretty much. The rear-bar does come out when I am not racing. But an adult can smack his head against the bar.
Do you think a thick padding wrapped around the bar, could help out a bit? I dont usually ride with passengers in the back seat but maybe have an option. I guess it wouldn't be for far distances but still....
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Originally Posted by obZidian
Do you think a thick padding wrapped around the bar, could help out a bit? I dont usually ride with passengers in the back seat but maybe have an option. I guess it wouldn't be for far distances but still....
It would help, but they can still hit the bar.
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what kind of padding do/would you use? Anyone got pics of the "cleanest" rollbar with padding?
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Old May 2, 2006 | 07:32 PM
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Most speed shops or catalog outlets sell roll bar coverings.

BUT don't even think about carrying passengers! Do some seraches and you'll find some people recommend you use a helmet if the car has a bar installed. If you rap your head hard on even a padded bar you could be toast. Personally I think it depends on the installed dimensions and whether you have a 5 pt harness.
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Old May 2, 2006 | 09:25 PM
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Chas1 where did u get that laptop bracket? Did u make it?
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Old May 3, 2006 | 01:45 AM
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honestly, i understand the implications.... but for DD driving, a helmet is that necesary? And no passengers even with padding in the back, that wont be that bad but im sure they'll come a day that i might need to haul someone, adult sized, amle or female, in the back...
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Originally Posted by 02' hawk
Chas1 where did u get that laptop bracket? Did u make it?
www.jottodesk.com makes it.

I bought it from http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/mobnotdescam.html
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