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Old Jul 30, 2004 | 08:58 PM
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I just bought an 8 point cage from swracecars.com for $109 instead of $150, I called to get some questions answered and couldn't pass up the price. But anyway, my question is I plan to use the main hoop and cut it to fit in the hatch area(it is supposed to go to the floor behind the seats) and the rear support bars I will move them farther out so that the top can be put in the back. Has anyone elsa done this or anything like it?The reason I went this route was because I couldn't find anyone in town to build me a custom roll bar, I know it will not be completely safe with the bars being moved out but I want to be able to take my top out and have it with in case of rain. Have I bought an expensive paper weight or will this work????
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Old Jul 30, 2004 | 11:06 PM
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Should work. I've been considering the same scenario myself. Keep us posted with photos!
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Old Jul 31, 2004 | 03:38 AM
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Take a lot of picture on the install please. I will be in the market for a cage soon
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Old Jul 31, 2004 | 08:33 AM
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I used the same S&W kit but chrome molly. I cut the main hoop down and mounted it on the flat spot behind the seat. I thought I had pictures before I put the carpets back in but i can't find them. Here are 3 showing the point for a general idea.

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