If I'm wrong about it somebody let me know but that's what I thought a strut bar did for the slingshot :p
You are 100% correct, and I think with the heaver sway bars and the upgraded shocks it is even more important.
Just hope my little fix helps.
DIY STIFFIE
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You are 100% correct, and I think with the heaver sway bars and the upgraded shocks it is even more important.
Just hope my little fix helps.Wish I had purchased one from RRR. Are you aware of any other vendors offering?
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Wish I had purchased one from RRR. Are you aware of any other vendors offering?
Not currently but I think RRR still has 1 or 2 in stock.
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Okay, so you win the attention grabber, but the stiff lacks follow through. Why does everything have to be about keeping your stuff harder????????
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You are 100% correct, and I think with the heaver sway bars and the upgraded shocks it is even more important.Just hope my little fix helps.
There is no reason that what you have done will help.
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Wish I had purchased one from RRR. Are you aware of any other vendors offering?
@Ross I sent you a message/conversation
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Not currently but I think RRR still has 1 or 2 in stock.
Last I heard they had 2 new 1 used and I know they sold at least 1.They are all sold now ... some cheddar head from Belleville WI got the last one
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@MACAWS.... Saaaaaweeeeeeet!
Love the simple approaches the best. Over thinking can kill a cool idea.
Way to go Sir. You may have hit on the best way to do it. I'm going to have to try this one myself.
Thank you master of the DIY mods.. that is the ultimate compliment!
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They are all sold now ... some cheddar head from Belleville WI got the last one
There is always plan "B" worth a shot for $20
With all the hard driving I have done I don't see any damage or stress on the OEM part so stiffing it up can't hurt.
It would be easy enough to fab the part out of steel since you have the original to template the brackets.I am a dope I just noticed where you are located!
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I believe Ross is the said cheddar head...
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There is always plan "B" worth a shot for $20
With all the hard driving I have done I don't see any damage or stress on the OEM part so stiffing it up can't hurt.
It would be easy enough to fab the part out of steel since you have the original to template the brackets.I am a dope I just noticed where you are located!
Ya got me good!That's ok i was laughing when you try to comfort me with the "morning after" program
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That's ok i was laughing when you try to comfort me with the "morning after" program
I can't wait to hear how you like it...don't brag too much I may have to fab the entire part ...
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I would be really interested to see how this works @MACAWS and if you can be the first to come up with a way of measuring an actual difference objectively with bracing that aluminum piece or replacing it with something stiffer. From what we have seen, we are doubtful that replacing that brace will do anything to help with stiffening of the chassis as the part is mainly in tension and compression which aluminum is really good for, but I would love to see someone actually try to quantify any actual change. If you need any help, just let me know! Not bad for $20 and some time though, looking forward to seeing the new paint!
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I would be really interested to see how this works @MACAWS and if you can be the first to come up with a way of measuring an actual difference objectively with bracing that aluminum piece or replacing it with something stiffer. From what we have seen, we are doubtful that replacing that brace will do anything to help with stiffening of the chassis as the part is mainly in tension and compression which aluminum is really good for, but I would love to see someone actually try to quantify any actual change. If you need any help, just let me know! Not bad for $20 and some time though, looking forward to seeing the new paint!
For reference, when the V8 went in mine the aluminum piece had to be removed and was replaced with a tube DOM piece. When I hit the infield wall at about 60 mph (enough to get the whole machine a foot or two off the ground) the entire frame around the engine was completely intact. Only the bit of frame that extends out where the radiator "funnel" was severely bent. The impact was at an angle
The new brace was unbent and the engine didn't suffer any damage. My guess is the aluminum piece wouldn't have fared as well.
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I'd really like to try this but it's way beyond my skill set. Some time in the near future I'll get an after market bar. Thanks for the awesome write up
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LoL i came lurking cause of the stiffie.. damn you @MACAWS you got my attention lol
