roll bar/cage

SWEET2KSTANG · January 27th, 2008, 02:55 AM

now that i have chose to go ahead and build, i have ran into something else i have to buy. i am going to have to do a roll cage set up, and have it installed before i can go race at the tracks. anyone knows who all makes them for the new edge cars? only ones i see are from jegs, maximum motorsports, and steeda. talking to a track official, he wants to see me run a 6-point cage for the times that are expected. i want a removable cross bar and swing out door bars, and he has no problems with that. anyone running a cage, or knows a manufacture that has a good cage?

workinprogress · January 27th, 2008, 03:44 AM

wish i needed one...

SWEET2KSTANG · January 27th, 2008, 04:34 AM

i wish i didnt need one, kind of sucks to have to install something like that in a car that will be drivn frequently. you ever race at gateway international? i was thinking of making a trip there this year if possible. i was wondering how strict they are with their rules on cages.

KingChronic · January 27th, 2008, 12:32 PM

the MM one is nice, just make sure you weld the rear hoops, and its NRHA legal to 10.49. i think it requires the harness bar to be fixed aswell, not a bolt in. you wouldnt want anybody in the back with a cage anyway, too dangerous with all the bars aroudn them.

workinprogress · January 27th, 2008, 03:25 PM

i spend alot of time out at gateway, its a really nice track, the nopi events and regular midnight madness are awesome. im not sure how strict they are with the nhra rules, i know some people even run witout a helmet...

BlckBullitt01 · January 27th, 2008, 04:18 PM

Id say contact a good performance shop and see what they say. You might want to get a custom one built.

jivepepper · January 27th, 2008, 04:36 PM

I need one but so far no one has said anything. I've been looking at the MM 6 point.

SWEET2KSTANG · January 27th, 2008, 05:56 PM

does the MM not come ready to bolt in? i know the steeda does. the cross bar has to be welded to be nhra leagal. i do not think swing out door bars are leagal either, but will have to double check.

Eagle2000GT · January 27th, 2008, 06:31 PM

I've looked at these, but I have no idea which one is needed.

Mustang Roll Bars

KingChronic · January 27th, 2008, 06:37 PM

yes, the MM comes ready to bolt right in, but in order to be legal, the rear hoops must be welded, which will probably cost $100 or so. the door bars are completely legal. the just the one with fixed cross bar, and weld the hoops, and your good to 10.49 after that you need a 8 point which you can always have the 2 points welded in, and its good to 9's.

SWEET2KSTANG · January 27th, 2008, 08:44 PM

cool. i'm not worried about the welding. doc is a very experienced welder, and where we work at has any welder imaginable. all miller welders, most cost more than anything i own excet my house and a couple that come close.

WAVEBYE · January 27th, 2008, 09:02 PM

I would highly suggest getting a custom cage built. I wouldn't trust those pre-fab bolt-in deals. Think about it.....you're trusting your life with something that was "generally" made for your car. Also,there is a chance that when you go to get it certified by a NHRA official, it may not pass.

If you're in the Jonesboro area (N.W. AR) I'm guessing...I would call Bridge Racing. Those guys don't cut any corners and do awesome work for a reasonable amount of money.

Bridge Racing.com

SWEET2KSTANG · January 27th, 2008, 09:10 PM

Originally Posted by WAVEBYE

I would highly suggest getting a custom cage built. I wouldn't trust those pre-fab bolt-in deals. Think about it.....you're trusting your life with something that was "generally" made for your car. Also,there is a chance that when you go to get it certified by a NHRA official, it may not pass.

If you're in the Jonesboro area (N.W. AR) I'm guessing...I would call Bridge Racing. Those guys don't cut any corners and do awesome work for a reasonable amount of money.

Bridge Racing.com

hey, you're back

. jonesboro is east of here, i live in bentonville. thats a couple hour drive. i just need something that is going to get me to pass tech inspectons. the main track i go to is a little track and nowhere nowhere near nhra certified. my main goal is to have a fun and great street car. i dont really want to make a race car out of it and take the fun or functionality out of it.

mattstang · January 27th, 2008, 09:13 PM

look into a chromemoly (sp) cage. it will save you some weight. and +1 to a fabbed cage. maybe thr?

WAVEBYE · January 27th, 2008, 09:29 PM

what times are you going to be running?? 10.50 or faster i'm guessing?

dude 2 words..... FUCK THR!!!

KingChronic · January 27th, 2008, 09:57 PM

well since he doesnt have a cage yet, im assuming he's not much faster than mid 11's.

customs cages are also $1800+ compared to $400 for a MM that will get him by. my just 8 point cage im having put in is going to run me $2400, thats 8 point chromoly, with swing out door bars. also good to mid 9's though.

Doc8224 · January 27th, 2008, 10:08 PM

Originally Posted by KingChronic

well since he doesnt have a cage yet, im assuming he's not much faster than mid 11's.

customs cages are also $1800+ compared to $400 for a MM that will get him by. my just 8 point cage im having put in is going to run me $2400, thats 8 point chromoly, with swing out door bars. also good to mid 9's though.

Why are they $1800 the material doesn't cost that much.

KingChronic · January 27th, 2008, 10:21 PM

Originally Posted by Doc8224

Why are they $1800 the material doesn't cost that much.

theres alot of time that goes into fabricating a custom cage. $1800 is the CHEAPEST you'll get a custom cage for. add swing outs, and your already over $2k for just a 6 point mild steel.

a few of the bigger shops around me that only do custom cages wanter $4-8K for a custom 8 point. but theres a guy that does alot of cage wrok for the local cobra club, and he's doing mine for $2400.

Doc8224 · January 27th, 2008, 10:26 PM

Well there's your problem right there. Someone else is doing it for ya.

KingChronic · January 27th, 2008, 10:28 PM

i may be good at laying pipe, and even though mine bends slightly, i cant bend a pipe for a shit.

January 27th, 2008, 02:55 AM	#1
SWEET2KSTANG MM Fanatic 2000 mustang gt 12.01@114.69 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: N.W. AR Posts: 4,034	roll bar/cage now that i have chose to go ahead and build, i have ran into something else i have to buy. i am going to have to do a roll cage set up, and have it installed before i can go race at the tracks. anyone knows who all makes them for the new edge cars? only ones i see are from jegs, maximum motorsports, and steeda. talking to a track official, he wants to see me run a 6-point cage for the times that are expected. i want a removable cross bar and swing out door bars, and he has no problems with that. anyone running a cage, or knows a manufacture that has a good cage? __________________ stock long block, bolt ons, slicks, and a little squeeze 1/4 E.T. 12.06@114.69 Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ 2. The American G. I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.

January 27th, 2008, 04:34 AM	#3
SWEET2KSTANG MM Fanatic 2000 mustang gt 12.01@114.69 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: N.W. AR Posts: 4,034	i wish i didnt need one, kind of sucks to have to install something like that in a car that will be drivn frequently. you ever race at gateway international? i was thinking of making a trip there this year if possible. i was wondering how strict they are with their rules on cages. __________________ stock long block, bolt ons, slicks, and a little squeeze 1/4 E.T. 12.06@114.69 Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ 2. The American G. I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.

January 27th, 2008, 12:32 PM	#4
KingChronic Hardcore Enthusiast 04 Whipple Cobra Fuckin Fast Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,448	the MM one is nice, just make sure you weld the rear hoops, and its NRHA legal to 10.49. i think it requires the harness bar to be fixed aswell, not a bolt in. you wouldnt want anybody in the back with a cage anyway, too dangerous with all the bars aroudn them. __________________ 04 Torch Red Cobra #456 of 3768 born on 11/21/03

January 27th, 2008, 04:36 PM	#7
jivepepper Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Under a sombrero Posts: 1,343	I need one but so far no one has said anything. I've been looking at the MM 6 point. __________________ 11.2@ 129 with only 516/453 on street tires New times coming soon with 598/531..........

January 27th, 2008, 05:56 PM	#8
SWEET2KSTANG MM Fanatic 2000 mustang gt 12.01@114.69 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: N.W. AR Posts: 4,034	does the MM not come ready to bolt in? i know the steeda does. the cross bar has to be welded to be nhra leagal. i do not think swing out door bars are leagal either, but will have to double check. __________________ stock long block, bolt ons, slicks, and a little squeeze 1/4 E.T. 12.06@114.69 Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ 2. The American G. I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.

January 27th, 2008, 04:18 PM	#6
BlckBullitt01 Regular TT Bullitt Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 67	Id say contact a good performance shop and see what they say. You might want to get a custom one built.

January 27th, 2008, 06:31 PM	#9
Eagle2000GT Enthusiast 2000 Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 573	I've looked at these, but I have no idea which one is needed. Mustang Roll Bars __________________ latest tune: 370 rwhp/377 rwtq Garage: http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...-member-11329/ Previously Owned: 1966 Coronet 500, 426 ci/4 speed, est. 290-300 rwhp 1969 Camaro SS, 350 ci/4 speed, est. 210-220 rwhp

January 27th, 2008, 06:37 PM	#10
KingChronic Hardcore Enthusiast 04 Whipple Cobra Fuckin Fast Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,448	yes, the MM comes ready to bolt right in, but in order to be legal, the rear hoops must be welded, which will probably cost $100 or so. the door bars are completely legal. the just the one with fixed cross bar, and weld the hoops, and your good to 10.49 after that you need a 8 point which you can always have the 2 points welded in, and its good to 9's. __________________ 04 Torch Red Cobra #456 of 3768 born on 11/21/03

January 27th, 2008, 08:44 PM	#11
SWEET2KSTANG MM Fanatic 2000 mustang gt 12.01@114.69 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: N.W. AR Posts: 4,034	cool. i'm not worried about the welding. doc is a very experienced welder, and where we work at has any welder imaginable. all miller welders, most cost more than anything i own excet my house and a couple that come close. __________________ stock long block, bolt ons, slicks, and a little squeeze 1/4 E.T. 12.06@114.69 Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ 2. The American G. I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.

January 27th, 2008, 09:02 PM	#12
WAVEBYE Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mustang GT Twin Turbo Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southaven,MS Posts: 1,467	I would highly suggest getting a custom cage built. I wouldn't trust those pre-fab bolt-in deals. Think about it.....you're trusting your life with something that was "generally" made for your car. Also,there is a chance that when you go to get it certified by a NHRA official, it may not pass. If you're in the Jonesboro area (N.W. AR) I'm guessing...I would call Bridge Racing. Those guys don't cut any corners and do awesome work for a reasonable amount of money. Bridge Racing.com __________________ Nobody gonna take my car Im gonna race it to the ground Nobody gonna beat my car Its gonna break the speed of sound Oooh its a killing machine Its got everything Like a driving power big fat tires And everything - Deep Purple

January 27th, 2008, 09:13 PM	#14
mattstang Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: May 2007 Location: Henryetta, Ok Posts: 1,460	look into a chromemoly (sp) cage. it will save you some weight. and +1 to a fabbed cage. maybe thr? __________________

January 27th, 2008, 09:29 PM	#15
WAVEBYE Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mustang GT Twin Turbo Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southaven,MS Posts: 1,467	what times are you going to be running?? 10.50 or faster i'm guessing? dude 2 words..... FUCK THR!!! __________________ Nobody gonna take my car Im gonna race it to the ground Nobody gonna beat my car Its gonna break the speed of sound Oooh its a killing machine Its got everything Like a driving power big fat tires And everything - Deep Purple

January 27th, 2008, 09:57 PM	#16
KingChronic Hardcore Enthusiast 04 Whipple Cobra Fuckin Fast Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,448	well since he doesnt have a cage yet, im assuming he's not much faster than mid 11's. customs cages are also $1800+ compared to $400 for a MM that will get him by. my just 8 point cage im having put in is going to run me $2400, thats 8 point chromoly, with swing out door bars. also good to mid 9's though. __________________ 04 Torch Red Cobra #456 of 3768 born on 11/21/03

January 27th, 2008, 10:26 PM	#19
Doc8224 Hardcore Enthusiast 2003 Mach 1 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: N.W. Arkansas Posts: 2,726	Well there's your problem right there. Someone else is doing it for ya. __________________ *Project N/A 4V Under Way*

January 27th, 2008, 10:28 PM	#20
KingChronic Hardcore Enthusiast 04 Whipple Cobra Fuckin Fast Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,448	i may be good at laying pipe, and even though mine bends slightly, i cant bend a pipe for a shit. __________________ 04 Torch Red Cobra #456 of 3768 born on 11/21/03

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