racerfoo

I was browsing rx7 parts on ebay and came across this "floor bar". Anyone know what it is, and what it does? I couldnt figure it out...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...905648707&rd=1

Fumanchu

It helps to strengthen the body/frame from twisting. I had one on my last car. The only thing with a FD is there isn't much room for a bar behind the seat. I have it all the way back as far as it can go because I have long legs.

scotty305

iTrader: (2)

It's like a strut tower brace, but for the center of the chassis.

-s-

AntiVenom7

anybody ever installed one?

I know they are a popular mod in other cars, but i've never seen one in a seven. Probably for the reason Fumanchu mentioned.

scotty305

iTrader: (2)

A better solution would be to strengthen the chassis weld junctions, install a full roll cage (this floor bar is like installing 1/20th of a roll cage), or both. Any of these options will take a lot of time and effort, however.

Personally I doubt the added weight would offset the increased rigidity, but I could be wrong, I've never tried one. I would spend the $$$ on tires or a race seat / harness.

-s-

Section8

iTrader: (6)

Interesting, but I'd just wait until you could put a full roll bar in.

clayne

Pointless.

adam c

iTrader: (2)

Yep. Just another way to get people to buy something they don't need. Does it come with a turbo timer

Fumanchu

Proof?

jimlab

Are you just arguing for the sake of arguing again or do you truly have no common sense?

Fumanchu

WaLieN

Does anyone know how much these weigh?