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Old 09-14-2016, 09:35 PM
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Default Roll bar for convertible

I'm curious if anyone has fabricated a roll bar for their convertible. If yes, how did you do it? Pics would be great. I am thinking it can be done with mandrel bent exhaust piping. I'm just not sure where it be bolted to the car.
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Old 09-15-2016, 08:32 AM
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I'm not an expert on roll bars but would exhaust piping be strong enough to support itself during a roll over?

You can check out 4 or 6 point roll bars online to get an idea of the material and where they would be bolted/welded into the car.
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Old 09-15-2016, 10:53 AM
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Exhaust piping is way too thin imo.Guaranteed to collapse.
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Old 09-15-2016, 12:37 PM
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Might as well use PVC pipe (which is being used by a ricer in my town!).
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Get a quality roll bar, click link below why.
http://www.maximummotorsports.com/ro...rash_test.aspx
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Old 09-19-2016, 06:32 PM
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Wow. That kid owes his life that that roll bar.
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