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Old 02-08-2009, 07:09 PM   #30 (permalink)
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Default Re: ProtoDie 2 seat mini buggy- next build

Well,
I did change the side bars back to original. Basically like Yummi showed in his paint-pic.
Adds about 10lbs and and a bit more labor.

(Maybe I can lose 10Lbs by working harder,,,,,and call it even)

There is 6 1/2 to 7" of clearance between a helmet and the C pillar bars. So this is fine
If more is needed, the seats can be moved closer together,,as I have plenty of room in the cockpit.

Thanks for the input,,, but I will leave the A pillars as is.

It will add a little bit more strength by making them more vertical,,,,,but this setup/ style design has more than proven it's strength & durability to me.
And straight up vertical would sacrifice more of my personal style, than the small amount of added strength would be worth.

Thanks for your input guys

I hope to order tubing & laser next week, and get it going.
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