I have some 2 inch pipe 1/8 thick the pipe i have is already bent, i was wondering if i could use this as a roll cage for my buddys truck will it hold up if we build the cage the right way????

 

Hold up to what? A rollover? Too many factors involved here.

What material is it?

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by HybridKOOP &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Hold up to what? A rollover? Too many factors involved here.

What material is it? </TD></TR></TABLE>

yeah a roll over thats why i called it a roll cage... anyways how about i ask what kinda pipe should i use?? and im not sure if its steel or aluminum...

 

If its steel it will be magnetic.If its already bent its probably steel.But if you can't tell the differance between aluminum and steel you probably shouldn't be building roll bars.
Glenn

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by NJIN BUILDR &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">But if you can't tell the differance between aluminum and steel you probably shouldn't be building roll bars.
Glenn</TD></TR></TABLE>

So true.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by NJIN BUILDR &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">If its steel it will be magnetic.If its already bent its probably steel.But if you can't tell the differance between aluminum and steel you probably shouldn't be building roll bars.
Glenn</TD></TR></TABLE>

wow you're an idiot thanks for not answering my question.
I'm trying to learn thats why i came on here buddy..

 

Nice try trying to be a smartass. But don't go rip on someone when you'd even consider that a rollcage would be made out of aluminum.

If you can't distinguish the difference between steel and aluminum the only part you should have in making a rollcage is writing the check to pay someone else to do it.


Modified by backpurge at 12:58 AM 2/1/2006

 

ThatsMyEG (4:02 AM 2/3/2006): why should i pay somebody else to do it when im trying to learn my self? i have all the equiptment to do it myself, so i might as well learn right?? dont post on my threads if your gonna talk ****...



If you want to risk your life to save a few bucks, go ahead. I am just looking out for your well-being as well as everyone that will be driving around you. A rollcage should NOT be your first welding project. I wouldn't trust someone without any formal training and an hour of welding under their belt to build something that is supposed to save my life.

Go ahead and save $500, you'll need it plus alot more when you're in the ER.

 

I don't want to start anything, but...

How do you know you have the equipment to build a cage when you don't know what material you have?

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by beepy &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I don't want to start anything, but...

How do you know you have the equipment to build a cage when you don't know what material you have?

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hahaha... that so damn true, get down the basic before even having the welder...

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by backpurge &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Nice try trying to be a smartass. But don't go rip on someone when you'd even consider that a rollcage would be made out of aluminum.

If you can't distinguish the difference between steel and aluminum the only part you should have in making a rollcage is writing the check to pay someone else to do it.


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he gave you the answer to your original question and that will lead you to your answers. you dont even know what type of material you are using,

he told you if it is magnetic, then its steel. an OBVIOUSLY you cant build a rollcage out of aluminum. and if YOU cant tell the difference you need to sell all your tools that you supposedly "HAVE"

dont be a dick when people are trying to help you, humbl yourself and learn, and people will be a tad nicer to you too

 

Here is what material the semi pre fab Jegs roll cage kits are made from.

4 and 8 point roll bars manufactured from 1-3/4'' x .134-wall mild steel tubing
10 and 12 point roll cages manufactured from 1-5/8'' x .134-wall mild steel tubing
Includes 6'' x 6'' x 1/8'' mounting plates
Some tube ends in some kits are notched while most tube ends are not notched for a better custom fit in your particular set-up. This ''extra material'' provides you some leeway for a great fit and easier installation.
8, 10, and 12 point cages exceed NHRA and IHRA standards
Complete, easy-to-follow installation instructions included
Welding required

Kits are cheap, but shipping sucks. Have used one before, and they are nice.

 

how much was shipping? Their cages are priced good!

 

I dont remember exactly. I think it was as much as the kit though. It definetly took some fabrication, but what fun would it have been with out. This wasn't in a honda either, but it should be the same deal.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ThatsMyEG &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I have some 2 inch pipe 1/8 thick the pipe i have is already bent, i was wondering if i could use this as a roll cage for my buddys truck will it hold up if we build the cage the right way????</TD></TR></TABLE>hey if you have anymore questions you can give me a call, i'll help you out!