Stiffening kit/rollcage or both? |
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Stiffening kit/rollcage or both? |
oldsoldier |
May 5 2010, 02:31 PM
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Just bought a 1973 914 with plans of autox / roadcourse PDX only. I've just had the engine (1.7 carbed) rebuilt as well as the complete brake system done. I bought a used 914 rollcage (4 point bolt in) and plan on installing it next month. Should I also install the stiffening kit as well or will the cage supply enough added support? Thanks in advance....Jack
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Randal |
May 9 2010, 04:15 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,446 Joined: 29-May 03 From: Los Altos, CA Member No.: 750 |
I bit the bullet and went to a full cage, which did make a huge difference in handling. It was welded to plates in 8 different places as well as being bolted via tabs to the old seat belt anchors. The difference in the car handling was pretty unbelievable.
Given that this was a race car and was towed to events I was always wearing a helmet and strapped down when in the car. Like JP I don't think it's safe to drive a full caged car without a helmet and being totally strapped in. |
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