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Family cage input needed...

M

McCree

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I'm in the planning stages of a family cage for my Scrambler. Initially the plan was to utilize a factory roll bar and build off it to protect two back seats. This idea would still allow for use of the factory half hard top if desired. The idea then expanded to include a front cage around the windshield to add protection for the driver and front passenger. I like the protection idea but it will create an issue with the top and do I really need the front bar? I don't plan to do any serious wheeling with this jeep, it's more of a street queen if you will. I do however have 3 little girls who like to ride around in it in the summer and I want to make sure they're safe! That being said is a rear cage based on the factory bar really safe anyway not being tied to the frame? Please share your thoughts and suggestions. Thanks,
 
Yes, neat idea but I'm looking more at a custom fabricated cage. I'm fortunate enough to have access to a full fab shop and want to build something. I also question the safety of the bolt together concept. Thanks for the idea though.
 
CJ-8_Jim said:
Have you or anyone successfully ordered from them? (any item on their website)
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I also ordered their front-cage kit without any issues whatsoever. I placed the order over the phone, and used a third-party shipper (that specializes in Alaska shipments) which they had no problems working with.

Also, good quality stuff. The bolt-together cages have proven themselves in rollovers. I've also seen similar links used in Ultra-4 buggies where welded DOM would interfere with maintenance and service.

Back to OP's question: A cage will certainly be better than no-cage, but for a street queen, you'll probably be fine. I actually had a friend flop a CJ-7 on the highway with just the factory bar, and both he and his girlfriend walked away.
 
I picked a "used" but not never installed Rock Hard CJ8 rear cage set up last summer. Not installed yet but seems to be high quality for sure.
 
I am thinking about an in cab cage for the front as well. Does the rock hard rear feet go to the floor? I assume the front just attach to the dash. I would want to run them to the floor and tie them into the frame. All four feet. I am wondering if it might be better to just have one custom welded anyway.
 
gr8dain said:
I am thinking about an in cab cage for the front as well. Does the rock hard rear feet go to the floor? I assume the front just attach to the dash. I would want to run them to the floor and tie them into the frame. All four feet. I am wondering if it might be better to just have one custom welded anyway.
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Rear feet go to floor where the factory tubs big steel angle things are, right over a body mount on each side, thus going to the frame. The front goes to dash/cowl. They make a front tie in kit, to tie the front to the frame. I am happy with my Rock Hard cage, still haven't tied in the front, yet.
 
spankrjs said:
Rear feet go to floor where the factory tubs big steel angle things are, right over a body mount on each side, thus going to the frame. The front goes to dash/cowl. They make a front tie in kit, to tie the front to the frame. I am happy with my Rock Hard cage, still haven't tied in the front, yet.
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Thanks for the info. Sounds like a good plan for me then.
 
I have the in cab cage in mine, I like it. The company was good to work with on the order. When I had a question on the install, they answered the phone and my question.
 
John N said:
I have the in cab cage in mine, I like it. The company was good to work with on the order. When I had a question on the install, they answered the phone and my question.
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I will have to see yours in person some time John. Are you going to the trail clean up in April?
 
I did the front floor tie-in from the dash. Also quite beefy. While I did the plate underneath the tub, I haven't done an official frame tie-in anywhere. But arguably that's as easy as connecting to the rock-rails.
 
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