jimgt
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Post by jimgt on Dec 28, 2011 0:48:38 GMT -5
Wanted: Bradley GT Roll Bar or a drawing to make one. Attachments:
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Post by Jeff Troy on Dec 28, 2011 12:04:28 GMT -5
Hi,
You may think you do, but you're gonna hate it.
I had one when I built my kit in 1976. It lasted maybe a month before I ripped it out and trashed it.
Negatives:
1. Blocks all access to the rear package shelf unless you have a Sundowner rear window and don't mind pulling it to load anything in back with more volume than a bathing suit
2. Kills elbow room for driver and passenger
3. Stupid looking - like a spoiler on a Nash Metropolitan
4. Original Bradley part is a poor fit
5. Wouldn't do much to help in a rollover when installed per plans
Positives:
1. Makes a Bradley go really, really fast, but not as fast as mud flaps or dual antennas
Sorry, but the Bradley roll bar is ridiculous.
Warmest regards,
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Post by jspbtown on Dec 28, 2011 15:43:59 GMT -5
Come on Jeff....you know how easy it is to roll the GT's over with their high center of gravity.
(Insert smiley face here if I knew how)
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Post by whcgt on Dec 28, 2011 16:55:14 GMT -5
This might fit or maybe you have to modify. ESR bolt in roll bar $1500 35lbs. & powdercoated. www.sharkwerks.com  |
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Post by whcgt on Dec 28, 2011 18:37:17 GMT -5
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Post by jspbtown on Dec 28, 2011 19:17:59 GMT -5
It won't fit and you will ruin the very expensive piece including the powder coating in order to modify it. A large waste of money.
Even if you didn't care about the price & didn't care about ruining the powdercoating, and didn't mind cutting up $1500 worth of tubing, you would still need to be a very competent welder to make it right and safe.
If you really need a cage find a local fabricator.
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Post by cocacoladodge on Jan 4, 2012 11:01:35 GMT -5
I would say check out www.factoryfive.com ... They make a new version of the Shelby Cobra, and have some nice chrome roll bars that may work. I can't say for sure how they would fit in the Bradley, however it is a nicely made unit. Not to mention this appears to be the only new company that makes kit cars now. |
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Post by smyrnaguy on Jan 4, 2012 20:09:23 GMT -5
Its not difficult to fabricate one. I assume you really want one for a place to mount the shoulder harness? I made mine from 1 1/2"x 2 1/2" square tubing. It has a crossmember that is even with the "jump seat" and is braced with 3/4" tubing on a 1 1/2" angle base. The base reaches from the rear corner up to the third bolt hole in the chassis perimeter and is drilled for each bolt. This pic will give you an idea. The braces are under the carpet.  It might not be enough for a high speed rollover but then I don't plan on doing that. It does give a sturdy place to mount the belts and it doesn't interfere with rear access. |
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jimgt
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Post by jimgt on Jan 15, 2012 0:58:58 GMT -5
Thanks I may have to try something like that.
I put in a 5 point harness belt system.
May be an over kill, but you feel secure.
Jim
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