Jackob

Hey all - I picked up a used Kirkey seat with Hardbar aluminum seat rails. Sadly, I don't have any of the darn hardware for the rails, and in looking at the install instructions I've found online, Hardbar includes "stud extenders" on which to mount the rails. Well, I don't have 'em, and as my luck would have it, it's looking a lot like Hardbar is...gone.

Does anyone have any ideas? I can't readily think of an alternative to piece together...

Thanks for your help.

naschmitz

You might want to give VetteWorks a call. Gary partnered with them for a variety of projects. I am not sure if this is what you need but it sounds like it is. You would need 4 per seat.

http://www.vetteworksonline.net/cata...products_id=74

phipp85

If you have a machine shop nearby they can make some for you. I believe the stock seat stud thread pitch is 10 X 1.5 but double check that. You can make the external threads of the extender whatever pitch you'd like. Take them a picture of one.

12zo

Mark at Marrad makes then for his seat setups.
http://www.arizenracingsports.com/products.asp?cat=10

Jackob

Much appreciated, everyone. Any thoughts on using a coupling nut (see link to a random nut below) that is say an inch in length, with a strong washer on top and mounting the rails on top of that?

That means I'd use a bolt to attach the rails instead of a nut.

12zo

No link

Jackob

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-...9177/202249724

sperkins

Knock out the OEM studs and use longer bolts with a stack of washers.

Z06Tracker

I can send you a pic when I get home.

db2xpert

Hardbar isn't gone. Website was hacked.

Gary's email..... ghoffman@hardbarusa.com

0marrad

I have M18 stud adapters if you need them that install over the stock floor studs. They're about 1/2" taller than the ones Hardbar has I believe. They are not on the website yet so PM me if you need them.