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Unread 11-13-2011, 10:19 PM   #736
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Put a level on it.

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Unread 11-13-2011, 10:21 PM   #737
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Put a level on it.
Duh... that's over-looking the obvious. Thanks, Bennett.
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Unread 11-13-2011, 10:32 PM   #738
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I tend to make things much harder than they need to be generally. Today was your lucky day. I learn the hard way. It makes the end result more enjoyable.

That said, I picked up a sweet craftsman digital level with all kinds of whizgidgits and gizmos on it at sears and it quickly has become quite the useful tool.

Also support the longest side of your tube if you can so the weight doesn't try to spin the tube in the die.
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Hornblasters Shocker S4 horn set with some extras $210 shipped. (It is not OBA, just an accessory for OBA)

"LCOG" isn't cheap and it certainly isn't easy. If you think so, you are doing it wrong. If you aren't willing to put in the effort, don't label your build "LCOG". You are just a cheap ******bag.

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Unread 11-14-2011, 07:11 AM   #739
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These help.



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Unread 11-14-2011, 08:16 AM   #740
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an angle finder and bracket like this one help a lot too.
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Unread 11-14-2011, 07:14 PM   #741
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The only thing you can do to get it right is to use a level and make sure it's 100% level. I have spent an hour bending a tube with 6 bends on it. Take your time and it will work. If it's off a hair, you will see it.
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Unread 11-14-2011, 07:36 PM   #742
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I tend to make things much harder than they need to be generally. Today was your lucky day. I learn the hard way. It makes the end result more enjoyable.

That said, I picked up a sweet craftsman digital level with all kinds of whizgidgits and gizmos on it at sears and it quickly has become quite the useful tool.

Also support the longest side of your tube if you can so the weight doesn't try to spin the tube in the die.
I definitely know how that goes. Especially when your "new" at something. I over-think and over-build most of the time.

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an angle finder and bracket like this one help a lot too.
Thanks Guys. I will get one. Are these pareticular models that you like, or randomly selected?

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The only thing you can do to get it right is to use a level and make sure it's 100% level. I have spent an hour bending a tube with 6 bends on it. Take your time and it will work. If it's off a hair, you will see it.
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This roll bar was challenging, but I got it perfect flat. sorry ,it's not a jeep.
I have been told that 1 1/2" DOM is sufficient, but I see most guys using 2" for a main hoop, and 1 3/4" for everything else I like the look of 1 1/2", and it would be my choice, if it is enough.
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Unread 11-14-2011, 08:23 PM   #743
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There's nothing wrong with 1.5-1.75" stuff. No need for bigger. Catch the poly kit on sale and add to it. It's a great start. Here's mine out for paint.





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Unread 11-15-2011, 02:05 PM   #744
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There's nothing wrong with 1.5-1.75" stuff. No need for bigger. Catch the poly kit on sale and add to it. It's a great start. Here's mine out for paint.




Seats are all tied in.
Cool! Thanks for the info. Your cage is about what we have in mind. Appreciate the help.
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Unread 12-10-2011, 07:16 PM   #745
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does any one on here have any info on the genright front cage pieces that fit tight against the dash, im planning my cage out and im trying to figure out how to keep the most leg room yet keep it really strong.
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Unread 12-11-2011, 06:12 AM   #746
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does any one on here have any info on the genright front cage pieces that fit tight against the dash, im planning my cage out and im trying to figure out how to keep the most leg room yet keep it really strong.
I've seen those and they look very good. There is also a JF member who is building some similar brackets on his CNC table, at a much better price. I bought a set, and I like them well (not mounted yet). Give a holler to jatepper (Jeremy) if interested.
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Unread 12-11-2011, 09:20 AM   #747
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does any one on here have any info on the genright front cage pieces that fit tight against the dash, im planning my cage out and im trying to figure out how to keep the most leg room yet keep it really strong.
From my experience, they hold up well. A buddy of mine that had those A pillar brackets rolled his jeep at 45 to 50 mph on the dirt and the cage didn't budge. I have also used the Poison Spyder brackets for TJ cage builds.
Hope this helps.
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Unread 12-11-2011, 09:39 AM   #748
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I'm a beginner but didn't have too much trouble making my own using the factory (YJ) bracket as a template.
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Unread 12-11-2011, 09:58 AM   #749
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would you mind posting up some pictures of the brackets made by jeremy
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would you mind posting up some pictures of the brackets made by jeremy
Waiting to be welded up and installed. It is a nice product and I am totally satisfied. Jeremy is a great guy, and he prices to sell.
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