Yes, it's a low speed harness bar. I've always struggled with the decision to install a roll bar just for the belts and after hearing all the arguments about safety regarding hitting your head on the main hoop, etc.--bla bla bla. I was looking at the inside of the quarter window area and started sketching a brace to attach a cross bar. I knew there would be enough structural material to attach the supports to and the bar comes out exactly where most people would have it if it were attached to a main hoop. So I shot it over to Mike and he really liked the idea and ran with it. It's really just for low speed events, and since the car is 95% street-driven, I figure it will keep me and the wife in the seats in the event of a front-end collision. It certainly makes her feel safe--she hates the fact that my '67 only has lap belts. Mike's welding skills are killer...I really enjoy looking at his work.
To tell you the truth, these types of bars always seem to cause a controversy, so I was reluctant to post pics of it. I like it and think it will serve its intended purpose. If you want to check it out, it's in album 16 or 17 on Mike's site under "Rich Barbara '69 pro-touring".
Thanks, Wayne. I'm glad you liked it.
Rich
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