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Old 07-23-2018, 11:12 AM   #67 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Ecky View Post
There's also a crossbar which runs just behind the seats, which I plan to take out. This might be controversial, as it may contribute to crash safety in a hard side impact. I drove without it bolted in for a few days and didn't notice any chassis flex at the bar though, so I don't think removing it will negatively impact handling.
I would leave the Tom Mix bar in. That's absolutely part the side impact protection. If you take it out you'll see it's a pretty solid piece and bolted in 4(?) bolts at each end. I don't think you would really gain anything by taking it out unless you're planning to sleep in the car...
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