you should post it on "OT."
Fake Roll Bars
Racer
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 381
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Geeeze guys, I'm really surprised at some of the comments here.
Some of you act like the bars usually known as "seat hoops" are new.
This topic has been discussed many times on the forum here, and many members including me have them.
I don't recall anyone slamming another member for installing them. Yeah, regardless of how they're installed they are for looks only, no one has ever denied that. Whether they are bolted down, or epoxyed, they will not serve as a true roll bar.
Some of you act like the bars usually known as "seat hoops" are new.
This topic has been discussed many times on the forum here, and many members including me have them.
I don't recall anyone slamming another member for installing them. Yeah, regardless of how they're installed they are for looks only, no one has ever denied that. Whether they are bolted down, or epoxyed, they will not serve as a true roll bar.
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,600
Likes: 2
From: Outer banks North Carolina
To all of you smart *** folks out there, go find a Kia forum for your comments, cause they don't deserve to be on a quality site. So, in closing, thanks again to all of you who actually deserve a Corvette and are helpful to folks like me who are only trying to get some help.[/QUOTE]
If anyone needs to be on a Kia forum it would be someone who wants a "fake" roll bar! Say, One of those "paint can exhausts" would look mighty sharp too!
If anyone needs to be on a Kia forum it would be someone who wants a "fake" roll bar! Say, One of those "paint can exhausts" would look mighty sharp too!
Rass Claat Viper
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 816
Likes: 9
From: Aldie, VA
Tough crowd. Luckily we are protected by our right to our opinions. With that said, op, can I see a pic of the finished product? Buddy of mine was looking into it for his vert. Not my thing, but lets see whatcha got.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 2,857
Likes: 234
From: SW Nuh Hampsha
2018 C5 of Year Finalist
There are two types of fake "roll hoops", aka seat back hoops. Neither should be mistaken for roll bars as they provide no protection, as previously mentioned.
The most popular version glues or screws to the bulkhead behind the seats. Because they are in front of the tonneau cover they don't interfere with the black deck protector that's a part of the top.
I believe the OP is referring to the other type which just sticks on top of the tonneau cover and resembles a fat piece of elbow macaroni. I can see where this type would interfere with the deck protector, causing it to bunch up and limit rearward vision.
The first version is the style you want to go with, if it isn't already too late.
Regardless of what the popular opinion on seat back hoops is, the OP deserved an answer to his question. Because you don't have an answer doesn't mean an opinion will do in its place.
The most popular version glues or screws to the bulkhead behind the seats. Because they are in front of the tonneau cover they don't interfere with the black deck protector that's a part of the top.
I believe the OP is referring to the other type which just sticks on top of the tonneau cover and resembles a fat piece of elbow macaroni. I can see where this type would interfere with the deck protector, causing it to bunch up and limit rearward vision.
The first version is the style you want to go with, if it isn't already too late.
Regardless of what the popular opinion on seat back hoops is, the OP deserved an answer to his question. Because you don't have an answer doesn't mean an opinion will do in its place.
Last edited by c5vetteguy; Dec 29, 2011 at 11:33 AM.
"AlohaC5" Senior Member
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 3,562
Likes: 44
From: Madison, AL
NICE!! 
(Hey, that's what she said. LOL)
TriplBlk, can you provide the OP with the part number, price and vendor where you purchased your 'real' hoops from?
It's not too late to save another one.... lol
(Hey, that's what she said. LOL)TriplBlk, can you provide the OP with the part number, price and vendor where you purchased your 'real' hoops from?
It's not too late to save another one.... lol
Last edited by Gray Ghost GS; Dec 29, 2011 at 12:57 PM.
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Race Director
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From: Think BEFORE hitting "Submit Reply"
I think they look nice, and it appears the OP knows they offer no protection.
The hump-style also look good.
Got to be ready for the barrage, though, when it comes to image-only related parts!
Most people don't find favor with them, but that's why it's a great hobby-we do what WE like to OUR cars.
Safety Car
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 3,888
Likes: 2
From: Frederick, Maryland
I think they look nice, and it appears the OP knows they offer no protection.
The hump-style also look good.
Got to be ready for the barrage, though, when it comes to image-only related parts!
Most people don't find favor with them, but that's why it's a great hobby-we do what WE like to OUR cars.
So I had to lower them but your head is below them still and with the 5 point I felt better lol
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2010
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From: Colorado
Race Director
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 15,866
Likes: 196
From: PA
I'd bet that some of the people that have posted negative comments about the OP's question have one or more of the following mods:
Brake caliper covers
Tail light covers/louvers
Chrome/painted intake cover
Misc chrome/painted engine compartment covers
Fake carbon fiber material covering interior pieces or other body pieces
Any other appearance only items....
They are all appearance only items that do nothing for performance. He has a convertible so he probably isnt interested in racing it but likes the look of the hoops. If he likes the look of it and knows they arent real who cares if its functional?
Brake caliper covers
Tail light covers/louvers
Chrome/painted intake cover
Misc chrome/painted engine compartment covers
Fake carbon fiber material covering interior pieces or other body pieces
Any other appearance only items....
They are all appearance only items that do nothing for performance. He has a convertible so he probably isnt interested in racing it but likes the look of the hoops. If he likes the look of it and knows they arent real who cares if its functional?
"AlohaC5" Senior Member
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 3,562
Likes: 44
From: Madison, AL
The difference is none of the appearance mods you listed are 'safety items' - like a roll hoop or roll bar....
Begs the question, "Why install a fake safety part?" What's next, a toy fire extinguisher?
Begs the question, "Why install a fake safety part?" What's next, a toy fire extinguisher?
Last edited by Gray Ghost GS; Dec 29, 2011 at 07:30 PM.
Race Director
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 15,866
Likes: 196
From: PA
These hoops are only a safety item if you are racing the car. If you are not into racing, does having these make the car less safe than any other convertible on the road without them??? I didn't think so 
Racer
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 381
Likes: 3
To all of you smart *** folks out there, go find a Kia forum for your comments, cause they don't deserve to be on a quality site. So, in closing, thanks again to all of you who actually deserve a Corvette and are helpful to folks like me who are only trying to get some help.
If anyone needs to be on a Kia forum it would be someone who wants a "fake" roll bar! Say, One of those "paint can exhausts" would look mighty sharp too!
Last edited by DansVette; Dec 29, 2011 at 07:59 PM.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 787
Likes: 1
From: New Baltimore Michigan
if your cut off and flip your car on the street the real deal may save your life
Now the lee press on nails ones could save your life by leaving a trail of parts to find you if you come to rest in the woods
Steve
Im not ******* anyone for modding there cars as they wish, BUT do it right
Last edited by machz800ps; Dec 29, 2011 at 08:04 PM.
Pro
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 606
Likes: 18
From: burke va
Uh oh! I do have chrome exhaust tips and stock black door sill protectors because those two things did not come on a 97. I guess I am a hypocrite. I may as well get those stick on chrome portals for the front fenders.