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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 03:25 PM
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Roll Bar Question

I'm thinking of adding a roll bar to my car. I'm about 6'2 with the normal seats, hence, I need to sit with the seat bottom all the way back. Will the roll bar interfere with this? Also, if I am able to move the seat back to this position, will there be a possibility of hitting my head on the bar in an accident (knock on wood)?

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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 04:02 PM
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Check out the AutoPower one we do here - Plenty of pics to show clearance and more!

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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 09:06 PM
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i got mine installed yesterday. im not 6 1 but there is no problem with hitting you head.





 
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seats still go all the way back
 
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Dan,

That looks great. So if you buy one of those do you get a free pair of shoes I could not resist. How about PMing me a price? Why must you be so dam FAT!
 
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I will PM you now.

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dan thank you
 
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Is it reasonable to install the Autopower bar for track days, then pull it out the day after? I don't mind spending an hour or so on each part.

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Install it and then remove the harness bar and diagonal bar. Then you just have the hoop which is not in the way at all. Have it done in black and you will not even notice it. Not bad for $500ish..
 
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How tough is the install?
 
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About 5 hours. Need delicate hands, patience, and a drill. Comes out very clean when your done.
 
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it took my guy 6.5 hours??
 
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That is a long time for a bolt in Techequipment????
 
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how many hours does it really take????
 


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