Fake Roll Bars
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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.
I think the OP was referring to these type of stick-on hoops (C6/C5)...
If so, the window glass protector will sort of bunch up over those and will not lay flat.
I have chrome seat hoops installed and I bolted them on, in addition to the epoxy. Yes, they are cosmetic, but so is Carbon Fiber trim, vent screens, etc. I like the way they look and I have received many compliments over the years. I also like some of the custom leather options as well...
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Anyone who sticks these on their car should be sent immediately to rehab because they definitely have a substance abuse problem.
(Serenity Prayer here)
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I haven't posted in this thread - although I was tempted. It's the OP's car and I've seen MUCH worse done on the forum than decorative hoops behind glued or bolted to the bulkhead but after these pics I could no longer resist.
Anyone who sticks these on their car should be sent immediately to rehab because they definitely have a substance abuse problem.
(Serenity Prayer here)
Anyone who sticks these on their car should be sent immediately to rehab because they definitely have a substance abuse problem.
(Serenity Prayer here)
I can't imagine these are a big seller...
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These are real and very easy to install without damaging the interior. It's what I'm getting
http://angelwingstech.com/
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Hey bro dont let other people put you down, its your car you can do what you want with it, i like those roll bars they look sweet fake or not. I hate it how some people think diffrent is ugly or wrong but to me its called customizing and making it yours
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These are real and very easy to install without damaging the interior. It's what I'm getting
http://angelwingstech.com/
See OP... why get fake roll bars when you can get the "real deal"?
Think of all the 'war stories' you can tell people about when you attacked the Nürburgring in Germany!
Last edited by Gray Ghost GS; Dec 29, 2011 at 10:27 PM.
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Why don't you guys have some real fun and go badger someone on a ricer forum. You should at least show some respect for a fellow Corvette owner doing it his way, even if its not something you would do or agree with.
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Say, those fake Z-06 side vents and emblems would look sharp on your car! Get yourself a roll of "velcro" and let the mods begin!!
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St. Jude Donor '14
Everyone enjoys their Corvette in their own way. Might not be my taste, or yours, but the OP was a fellow Corvette owner. Poking a little fun is fair game, but a couple of posts seemed kinda beyond the pale.
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and i don't know what you are speaking of with the "cloth" problem. i have had seat hoops installed on my 04 convertible for a little over a year and have never had any problems with the cloth protector. i'm guessing that perhaps you have the hoops installed incorrectly and they are leaning way to far backwards. mine have minimal slant and there is plenty of room for the protector cloth to lay properly.there is no call for treating a fellow forum member as poorly as this when all he did was ask a question regarding a problem he was having. everyone is entitled to their opinion regarding functionality, etc, but in the end each car and it's owner's preferences are what count to that owner. i guaranty that on each of the cars of the folks complaining about functionality, there are mods that are purely cosmetic no matter how much they try to explain them away. let's not lose site of one of the basic principles of the forum and that is the exchange of information and ideas to help one another.
Last edited by srs244; Dec 30, 2011 at 02:42 PM.
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Yep,
I think the OP was referring to these type of stick-on hoops (C6/C5)...
If so, the window glass protector will sort of bunch up over those and will not lay flat.
I have chrome seat hoops installed and I bolted them on, in addition to the epoxy. Yes, they are cosmetic, but so is Carbon Fiber trim, vent screens, etc. I like the way they look and I have received many compliments over the years. I also like some of the custom leather options as well...
BTW - Welcome to Corvette Forum! This place is full of great information and many strong opinions!
Run a search on "Rear Wings" or "BSM" or "Z06 Badges" and you will be entertained for hours...
I think the OP was referring to these type of stick-on hoops (C6/C5)...
If so, the window glass protector will sort of bunch up over those and will not lay flat.
I have chrome seat hoops installed and I bolted them on, in addition to the epoxy. Yes, they are cosmetic, but so is Carbon Fiber trim, vent screens, etc. I like the way they look and I have received many compliments over the years. I also like some of the custom leather options as well...
BTW - Welcome to Corvette Forum! This place is full of great information and many strong opinions!
Run a search on "Rear Wings" or "BSM" or "Z06 Badges" and you will be entertained for hours...
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there is no call for treating a fellow forum member as poorly as this when all he did was ask a question regarding a problem he was having. everyone is entitled to their opinion regarding functionality