Cusco Roll Bar

D1sclaimer · 01-12-2008, 11:57 PM

I was thinking about buying the 4 point Cusco roll bar. I was wondering if the rigidity helps out alot when cornering compared to no roll bar. I also want to know if it'll bolt right onto the chassis or will I have to make the holes myself. Also, I've read that I shouldn't have problems with the soft top while using it. Is this correct?

Thanks for any help.

AP1Day · 02-24-2008, 08:15 PM

Wouldnt know, however would like to know the same thing!

i like the roll bar i think is it sweet, and would be a great item to add to my dream S2k (once i buy it)

D1sclaimer · 02-24-2008, 08:20 PM

I looked into this more and found answers to my questions since I asked. You have to drill into the chassis to make holes and yes, the soft top will still work perfectly.

As for rigidity, I haven't really hear much.

bobby2002s2k. · 02-24-2008, 09:17 PM

From the pics that i have seen you have to move your seat forward 3 and a half inchs. Me being 5 10" i wouldnt have enough room to drive much less get in. if your around 5'5 i think you could do it.

batguano · 02-25-2008, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by bobby2002s2k.

From the pics that i have seen you have to move your seat forward 3 and a half inchs. Me being 5 10" i wouldnt have enough room to drive much less get in. if your around 5'5 i think you could do it.

I also had wondered about that. I am 6 feet and it looked like I would not fit.

I think one means of measuring your fitment would be, if you can enter and exit the Lous Elise, the bar is OK for you.

I got into one at last years Dragonball Run. It took two guys to get me out.

Jorsher · 02-27-2008, 01:56 PM

If you want it for looks and *possibly* to increase handling, then go ahead.

They're pretty much just for looks. I haven't seen any scientific proof that they do/don't help handling. They simply bolt on and so couldn't possibly give much safety or stiffness. The bars look thin and scrawny.

I personally thing a hardtop would be a better way to spend the money. I can't find the links I was looking for talking about how useless the bar is (other than aesthetics), so here's one I DID find, although the source is definitely not always reliable:

http://www.honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1788507&page=1

I'm also aware some sanctioned racing events won't allow them when 4 point rollcages are required, because of the curved sections.

ap1sleeper · 02-27-2008, 02:23 PM

you only have to move your seat forward if you do the Harness bar. FYI, if you are only wanting a more rigid frame and are not tracking the car, there is no need for the harness bar unless you just want looks...

01-12-2008, 11:57 PM	#1 (permalink)
D1sclaimer Mustang Killer Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 474	Cusco Roll Bar I was thinking about buying the 4 point Cusco roll bar. I was wondering if the rigidity helps out alot when cornering compared to no roll bar. I also want to know if it'll bolt right onto the chassis or will I have to make the holes myself. Also, I've read that I shouldn't have problems with the soft top while using it. Is this correct? Thanks for any help.

02-24-2008, 08:20 PM	#3 (permalink)
D1sclaimer Mustang Killer Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 474	I looked into this more and found answers to my questions since I asked. You have to drill into the chassis to make holes and yes, the soft top will still work perfectly. As for rigidity, I haven't really hear much. __________________ It’s alright. I aint losing. This fool’s running a Honda 2000. I’ll win, that way me and my dad can roll together when he gets out of prison. It’s all good.

02-24-2008, 09:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
bobby2002s2k. S2K 4 life!! Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 239	From the pics that i have seen you have to move your seat forward 3 and a half inchs. Me being 5 10" i wouldnt have enough room to drive much less get in. if your around 5'5 i think you could do it. __________________ ITs been over a year and i still cant keep my foot off the floor!

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02-24-2008, 08:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
AP1Day Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 43	Wouldnt know, however would like to know the same thing! i like the roll bar i think is it sweet, and would be a great item to add to my dream S2k (once i buy it)

02-27-2008, 01:56 PM	#6 (permalink)
Jorsher Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 4	If you want it for looks and possibly to increase handling, then go ahead. They're pretty much just for looks. I haven't seen any scientific proof that they do/don't help handling. They simply bolt on and so couldn't possibly give much safety or stiffness. The bars look thin and scrawny. I personally thing a hardtop would be a better way to spend the money. I can't find the links I was looking for talking about how useless the bar is (other than aesthetics), so here's one I DID find, although the source is definitely not always reliable: http://www.honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1788507&page=1 I'm also aware some sanctioned racing events won't allow them when 4 point rollcages are required, because of the curved sections.

02-27-2008, 02:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
ap1sleeper Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 74	you only have to move your seat forward if you do the Harness bar. FYI, if you are only wanting a more rigid frame and are not tracking the car, there is no need for the harness bar unless you just want looks...