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Nov 22, 2002 | 12:02 AM

Hawkn01

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Roll bar and Sub connectors

Do you still need the sub frame connectors on the car AFTER you install a weld in 6-point roll bar?

Nov 22, 2002 | 07:07 AM

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Re: Roll bar and Sub connectors

I am running a custom 6 point in my car and decided to not to install subframe connectors. I dont believe you will need them with a good bar and install. I am a vert and have some additional subframe over a hardtop though. Just my $.02

Nov 22, 2002 | 07:09 AM

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Re: Roll bar and Sub connectors

If you install a 6 point I wouldnt bother with subs. Unnecesary weight.
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Nov 22, 2002 | 07:22 AM

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Re: Roll bar and Sub connectors

If you do install the SFC's how many points do you need to be legal to 9.99? 5?

Nov 22, 2002 | 08:21 AM

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Re: Roll bar and Sub connectors

I highly recommend subframes with any rollbar or cage install. I tie my roll bars into the subframes so this adds more strength and rigidity to the car.

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Nov 22, 2002 | 11:06 AM

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Re: Roll bar and Sub connectors

Thanks for the replies guys,Madman,I was looking to get rid of the weight (42lbs)from the car after the roll bar(chrome-moly) install.Before the install I scaled in at 3430 with me in it.I installed Bmr K-member,upper and lower A-arms,manual rack,light weight carpet,plastic seat and simpsom 5-point harness,and now scale at 3490#.Keep in mind this is a stock internal car(for now).Plan on heads and cam over the winter.

Nov 22, 2002 | 11:23 AM

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Re: Roll bar and Sub connectors

Better listen to Madman. Subframes are still a must. You need that frame to be tied in really good. Without the subframes I'd still think there would be a lot of flex.

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