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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 01:26 PM
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Default What is the Birdcage?

I've read several threads that refer to the Birdcage. Can someone tell me what or where this is located on the front of the car.
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by chucktn
I've read several threads that refer to the Birdcage. Can someone tell me what or where this is located on the front of the car.
Steel reinforcement that surrounds the entire passenger compartment.
Windshield frame, hinge pillars, striker pillars, rockers, halo for coupes ....
all part of the integral "birdcage" that we drive around in.


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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 01:41 PM
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Does the halo provide any roll bar protection or is it just a structural base for the T-top assembly?
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 01:52 PM
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Default I have to admit I was too embarassed to ask

I finally google corvette and birdcage and got the picture that was posted... I am glad I wasn't the only person in the world that didn't know. I feel much better now.
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to add to the drawing picture above, here is a real one



this picture is actually from a C2 coupe birdcage but they are similar enough for you to understand what the birdcage actually is.
also, no, it's not strong enough to act as a rollcage for protection in case of a rollover, it's just structual for the t-tops and overall stiffening and support of the body.
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