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And, finally, from the rear passenger's side:
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This is going to be one stiff car. I planned triangles in as many places as I could, but you just don't realize how many triangles there are until you get it put together.
I've still got quite a bit to do, but the cage will be finished by the end of next weekend. I've used a total of approx. 80' of tubing which is about 160 lbs. I figure I've got another 40', or 80 lbs., to go.
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Looking REAL good Tom. That isn't a cage a BIG man would do.
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That thing looks like a jungle gym!!
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Tom , CMP has four different classes for the test and tune. Go to www.turnonemotorsports.com and check it out.
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Tom-That cage looks awesome. Dad and I, neither of us very mechinically inclined, have been installing the autopower bolt-in cage in our Miata. It is going to be nice when we get it done. Now I just need to get some brackets made for the race seat.
![]() It has been fun, I learn something new every time I work on my car/cars and its fun! Nice work Tom, can't wait to check that beast out when you get you license. Dave
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Lookin' good Tom!
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I have used a lot of mig guns and the ESAB is the best yet.
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Jim, are you using mixed gas? That will make a difference.
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the cage looks good tom. did you use the rubic cube as a model. no additional frame stiffness required i would guess
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Here's a link to a similar, yet more expensive model: http://www.eastwoodco.com/email/defa...&SRCCODE=5KW31 I use a grinder for the more complex notches though.
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