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Old 04-06-2008, 10:45 AM   #7
Camfab

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Default Re: Attn: Racers... the benefits of a roll cage

I'm seriously considering a cage in my car as well. After almost being taken out at the drag strip a few weeks ago by another driver it made me rethink the potential of outside forces. I've been in a wreck with five points on the street, no way are factory seat belts as supportive. Yes I can see your point that all the energy is transfered to the neck, but not wearing a helmet on the street means that there is far less mass accelerating forward upon impact. The factory belts allow you to close your doors and play with your radio etc., but also allow your shoulders to twist upon impact. Of course a full cage or an improperly designed cage without the proper use of five or sixpoints allows for many potential points of impact if your not properly restrained. The fact also remains that five (six) points are not DOT as well. I've held out for a couple of reasons, mostly because I like the OEM appearance and I don't want to devalue the car. On the other hand, what does that matter if your not around due to a lack of safety gear.
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