Anyone have a connection on some flat metal? Not sure how thick I need it, but the roll bar for the Roadster didn’t have the plates that go underneath. I also need them thick enough to weld to them . I think a 12x12” plate is big enough
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Originally posted by 2mAn View PostAnyone have a connection on some flat metal? Not sure how thick I need it, but the roll bar for the Roadster didn’t have the plates that go underneath. I also need them thick enough to weld to them . I think a 12x12” plate is big enough@IRON-E30 aka Edwin:D
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Home Depot/Lowe's has plates of steel in their hardware department. You'd want at least 1/8" thick, but I'd recommend 3/16th". 1/4" would be unnecessary. You're more likely to have success finding a 3x36" strip in that thickness, versus a 12x12. I can't imagine why you'd prefer that dimension.
When we build cages, the front A-pillars sit on plates 2-1/2 x 4", the main hoop sits on 4x4, and the kickers (usually) sit on 3x4".
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Originally posted by Chilezen View PostHome Depot/Lowe's has plates of steel in their hardware department. You'd want at least 1/8" thick, but I'd recommend 3/16th". 1/4" would be unnecessary. You're more likely to have success finding a 3x36" strip in that thickness, versus a 12x12. I can't imagine why you'd prefer that dimension.
When we build cages, the front A-pillars sit on plates 2-1/2 x 4", the main hoop sits on 4x4, and the kickers (usually) sit on 3x4".
I said 12x12 to throw out a dimension haha
I will go look at what they have.
Thanks!
BTW I was totally ready to come to you guys for the full roll bar, but Im trying to do the impossible... make it reversible. I will likely still need to have you guys do the cross bar, harness bar and a removable petty bar. Should be a fun project.
I plan to tie in the main hoop to the chassis this way... this is for my Roadster BTW
Ive heard that its not the ideal way that VARA wants it, but will accept it. This also allows the rollbar to be removed without having to cut the bodySimon
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Originally posted by 2mAn View PostAnyone have a connection on some flat metal? Not sure how thick I need it, but the roll bar for the Roadster didn’t have the plates that go underneath. I also need them thick enough to weld to them . I think a 12x12” plate is big enough
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Originally posted by LowR3V'in View Post@IRON-E30 aka Edwin:D
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