MAX IV Roll Bar Cross Section.jpg
I am adding a tub surround angle iron to have multiple locations to tie in the roll cage and mount the winch. This is a sketch of the roll cage and frame tie in. The front and rear hoops will be similar to stock but will have cross supports that will serve a couple of purposes. First they will permit bars to extend down and mount to the OEM frame (to prevent body sag). Additionally the rear cross piece will be the attachment point for a removable load carrying basket. Front cross member can act as a driver grab handle getting in and out, etc. I will also add down tubes in the rear to tie to the body surround. The basket (expanded metal), front and rear seats will all be removable via quick release pins to permit easy access to the drive train and reconfiguring for more cargo hauling. The basic idea here is to allow all of the passenger and storage rack weight to transfer to the wheels via the original frame. The roll hoops will act as body side supports (anti sag) and be there in the event of a roll over. Fab is coming along nicely. Main hoops are built. Working on the remaining portion of the tub surround tonight.
Have now ordered new axles from Whipper.