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Roadster Shop 12-20-2011 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by WSSix (Post 385106)
So how do you guys plan to finish the interior with the cage so close to the body? Are you going to be able to use a typical panel or come up with something else? I've always wondered how to balance having a cage out of the way but still have room to get panels and roof in place.

A cage like this will not work with any factory interior panels. On a build like this we will have the upholstery shop make all of the interior panels and fit them around the cage. It is tricky to do and not the most fun, but it makes a big difference in the final product when the cage is tucked tighter to the body and not as visible.

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Originally Posted by carlmb (Post 385137)
Basically same question as above. I am in the process of installing a cage in my Mustang and was wondering how you finish (paint?) the cage when it is that tight to surrounding panels. Thanks

Again, this is difficult to do. It just takes a lot of prep time and a lot of attention to how you are spraying to make sure that everything is getting covered and there are not any dry spots.

INTMD8 12-20-2011 08:12 AM

Damn fine metal work! Thanks for the pics.

GregWeld 12-20-2011 08:15 AM

Phil -- To weld on that did you have to remove the top or open up a porthole?

Super nice work - as usual! There is nothing but the finest coming out of your shop! :hail: :cheers:

elitecustombody 12-20-2011 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by RS-Perf (Post 385157)
A cage like this will not work with any factory interior panels. On a build like this we will have the upholstery shop make all of the interior panels and fit them around the cage. It is tricky to do and not the most fun, but it makes a big difference in the final product when the cage is tucked tighter to the body and not as visible.

Phil, why not build a cage tight up against the body and have upholstery shop make trim panels that cover the cage completely?That ways it's out of sight.

Kendall Burleson 12-20-2011 02:29 PM

The fit is killer well done Guys:bow: :bow: :bow:

Roadster Shop 12-20-2011 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by GregWeld (Post 385159)
Phil -- To weld on that did you have to remove the top or open up a porthole?

Super nice work - as usual! There is nothing but the finest coming out of your shop! :hail: :cheers:

Thanks Greg. No holes cut in this one, just a really good TIG welder with a ton of experience building cages


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Originally Posted by elitecustombody (Post 385163)
Phil, why not build a cage tight up against the body and have upholstery shop make trim panels that cover the cage completely?That ways it's out of sight.

We have been planning that on another project that has been underway for some time already. It will give it more of a street car look, but still have the function of a full cage.

Roadster Shop 12-20-2011 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by INTMD8 (Post 385158)
Damn fine metal work! Thanks for the pics.

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Originally Posted by Kendall Burleson (Post 385221)
The fit is killer well done Guys:bow: :bow: :bow:

Thanks. SHould have more updates in a few days with the rest of hte cage and some other metal work.

WSSix 12-20-2011 04:52 PM

Thanks Phil. I'll keep my eyes out to see how you guys end up handling the interior.

Autokraft 12-20-2011 05:41 PM

Looking good as always Phil :thumbsup:

shaun8541 12-20-2011 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by RS-Perf (Post 384653)
We also final mounted the front end this week. Nothing really special, just good to see it take shape again.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ture220473.jpg

The NRE engine looks so good in there!
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ture220475.jpg



What is up with the 66 Fastback in the background? I would love to see a Roadster Shop Mustang!!!


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