This was such an awesome and well done video on the subject! Lots of guys out there can do good cages, but this video was done really well to compliment the skills with the shop!
Hands down best fab video on the interwebz as of right now. I'm a welder/fabricator and am always watching videos to learn new things and I couldn't be more satisfied after watching this.
Thanks for sharing of your hard earned experience and wisdom on general fabrication tips and tube bending do’s and don’t’s as well as your reasons and methodologies on cage construction. I really do appreciate that you explained your reasons and logic on various points in the construction of this cage. That was really helpful. Although this wasn’t a cage for a drag racing door car, the general approach, materials, construction and thinking are all the same, to keep the driver safe and add major rigidity to to the chassis. Thanks a ton, bud !
This is a fantastic video. A few years ago I built my own cage in a 240Z, and while it turned out OK, I wasted a lot of material with screw-ups and mid-course corrections. If I had seen this video prior to the build, it would have helped immensely.
This video rocks! As a veteran bender from doing custom exhaust tubing for 16 years, I’m getting ready to build my first cage. I’ve been trying to find videos on cage design or even figure out what hoop you start off with. Your video was extremely informative and you actually explain everything with the hows and whys you do things the way you do- which is very similar to my teaching style. Thanks so much for putting in the time to make this. Subscribed!
Wow, beautiful work and really informational. I'll be reaching out to you at some point to talk about doing some work on my Audi ... :) I'm not too far away from you in Ottawa.
car manufacturers work in metric Scientist work in metric you should work in metric there are 3 countries in the world that use the imperial system, 1 country that uses a mix of metric and imperial and 191 countries that use the metric system. That gives you a percentage of 4 out 195, which is 2 percent. In reality, most of the things made in USA use the metric system, from cars to robots. Only carpenters, travelers and liquor makers think they live in a country that uses the imperial system. For most things that have to be traded, the metric system rules. (work in metric)
When notching a straight bar like the harness bar, how do you measure the length while considering the notch depth? (How do you measure the notch mouth depth on both sides where the horizontal bar connects to the down bar?)
Great video, I learned a few tricks that even cross to my jeep cages. But please......use more PPE. You can keep doing this awesome work if your can't see.
@@JustMe-999a I’ve been telling myself it’s not possible, I ended up buying an affordable bender and built a racing sim rig and even though it’s not perfect I ended up finishing it . Trust me you can do it lol
super dope video man, I don't think people realize how much it takes to see what we're seeing. Great work, crystal-clear and concise. Thank you for all of your knowledge, and insider tips.
@@FDFraceshop man I wish I was in ON, I would work cheap to have you mentor me. I love the attention to detail and accuracy. Bravo. More people need to take on the skill of craftsmanship like you have. Thx
Wait but how...nevermind you answered that, but when...no, no, you answered that as well, ok but what...actually you answered that one also 😅 Suuuuuper in depth video I've been stoked waiting to find time to watch it all the way through and it was entirely worth the hype! I'll likely watch it another time or two before starting a cage in my genesis. Well done!
Awesome!!! I got 2001 M5 that think would make amazing drift taxi! And will show JZXs who's that drift sedan!!! Would you build a cage for four people?
I was watching it to the end and its been like 15 minutes, such a good content, so many informations and great explanation of each step so that there are no questions left, thank you for this video, I'm really trying to start witch fabricating and this is really helpful
You’re extremely talented and I appreciate the WHY in this video. You go through everything. As someone getting ready to build their first prerunner this is massive for me. Thank you
Thankyou guys for this video !!!! You guys answered every single question I’ve had about building my cage. Your an absolute god send so thanks again !!!!
Beautiful Accurate Work, & Very Pretty Welds! I Realize that every car is different, and every type & class has different Specs, & requirements, & the most important variable of All, every Shop has different standards of Quality & Care. You are Obviously Very Near, Or AT The Top in that area, & Of Course that Dictates Actual Cost. Could you Please give a Generic $$$ cost for that type of Job? I’m Not Asking You to Open The Books, just a General Idea! Thanx So Much! ☮️💜🇨🇦
Awesome video man. The detail is great, and the tips and tricks of years and years of experience will help people of all skill levels. Really enjoyed the video, nice job man.
Hello! I have a question. Is it allowed a race car to use Titanium Rollcage for FIA HillClimb Racing? I've tried to search for information about this on FIA Regulations, but I couldn't find anything.
I am going to be building a Lucky Dog/Chump/Lemons cage soon. Your video is by far the best thing I've watched on the subject. Thank you for explaining your processes perfectly.
where were you 4 years ago when i got bend-tech. ive called tech support 3 times and couldnt figure out the software. watched your video, by the way was amazing and now i got bend-tech down thank you so much also really great work keep at it
Hey guys I had a quick question with tubing material.. I wanted to build a cage and have a 1.75 bender so I was going to use .120 dom but the prices of everything makes it unattainable... for budget cases when would you stray away from dom? This is for a rock crawler
Wow, this is an outstanding video that was very well explained. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, a lot of fab guys keep their secrets locked up tighter than a drum. Wish this video was out when I built my 8 point.
I'm setting up to do a '91 Metro for rally. Is that easier than the 350-Z about the same or worse. I have seen kit cages for this car, but I don't trust them. Should I plan to cut/build my own (I have someone who can weld) or use a kit my first time through?
Do you do any SCCA cages? How would you do that 350z since the rules only allow only 2 bends per A pillar bars while you have 3 on yours for Champ. Also reverse bend door bars are not in favor and some series don't allow them. Just a thought.
How come you made such a huge point in not having a file pre made for a 350z in 1.75" tube but everytime you were inputting your measurements you had 1.50" selected for tube diameter. Like you said a different diameter tube/die will have a larger or smaller bend radius. First thing that came to mind when I saw how tight the main hoop fit.
Super cool video, and great explanation on the order of tube install, and most importantly, why, (i.e, being able to pull the tubes next to the body far enough to have room to complete a weld). Do you go back once the cage is done to add gussets to the cage, or gusset the cage to the unit-body? Oh, and get a roll bender...
Any good electrician can easily make a roll cage. Its the same rules for bending and cutting conduit to fit in any space. Ok Give me a break on flanges and such but!! However there is a rule of the maximum number of degrees / bends of bending in any wire pull.
Just wanted to add a comment as I noticed a little bit of difficulty in cutting the notch using a hole saw and wanted to suggest annular cutters (rotabroach) of the type usually used in heavy steel work as these have cutting teeth on the faces and sides for milling and would work on your setup. Hope this helps
Just curious. When will car makers combine the all around car cage and incorporate and merge it into the entire car's body so that no one can see it from the outside and from the inside because it is inside and in between the inner walls and outer walls of the car's body? I have been waiting for someone to hit upon that idea for almost 5 years now. Now I cannot wait any longer so I have to post this comment for all to see it. So that I can see and judge who has the most engineering prowess and high caliber technical skills to take that challenge against each other.
TOODOFF up here but sheeeeesh!!!! Man I love how accurate u are lol thank you for the video! I wish you guys could build and sell bolts ons or build them in sections for us to finish it up.
Cool video. Is there space underneath the plates between the plate and the sheetmetal of the chassis? I’ve never seen it done that way before. We used to call “tack and whack” “hot tacking”
Thank you! Finally, ...a real video on roll cage fab and fitment! I loved it. For those of us that can weld and fabricate, but are not clear on the approach and steps for success. Thumbs up and subscribed.
i can’t believe i’m watching this for free. thank you for gifting us your knowledge and experience
This is the only 1hr long video I’ll watch on RUclips.
Same, I'm a welder by trade and wanting to do my own cage for a fun project and this video was spot-on exactly what I wanted.
If only they didn't use that soundtrack! It is what all good things hear just before dying a horrible death
Maybe it's just me on weed, but no one was able to bore me in 5 min like this video was. 🤦♂️🤣
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@@hondaforever338 as sorotdotooso
Man, this was perfect. The flow, details, simplified info, and everything was easy to follow. Much appreciated.
can u please do a tutorial on how u built ur tube bender
Definitely worth every minute of watch time.
This was such an awesome and well done video on the subject! Lots of guys out there can do good cages, but this video was done really well to compliment the skills with the shop!
I'll watch this more than once. Best rollcage video on the Tube.
Hands down best fab video on the interwebz as of right now. I'm a welder/fabricator and am always watching videos to learn new things and I couldn't be more satisfied after watching this.
Thanks alot!
Wow as an older guy, it is funny that you have to show quick(snippet) on video what a square Looks like, to younger viewers. WOW!
Good job over all , very informative, but stop showing quick pics or snippets on what things look like. (Like a Square) People are not that dumb.
Thanks for sharing of your hard earned experience and wisdom on general fabrication tips and tube bending do’s and don’t’s as well as your reasons and methodologies on cage construction. I really do appreciate that you explained your reasons and logic on various points in the construction of this cage. That was really helpful. Although this wasn’t a cage for a drag racing door car, the general approach, materials, construction and thinking are all the same, to keep the driver safe and add major rigidity to to the chassis. Thanks a ton, bud !
This deserves more views - probably one of the best detailed videos. Much love from Ottawa! I can't wait to snag a few of your parts for my G35!
This is a fantastic video. A few years ago I built my own cage in a 240Z, and while it turned out OK, I wasted a lot of material with screw-ups and mid-course corrections. If I had seen this video prior to the build, it would have helped immensely.
This video rocks! As a veteran bender from doing custom exhaust tubing for 16 years, I’m getting ready to build my first cage. I’ve been trying to find videos on cage design or even figure out what hoop you start off with. Your video was extremely informative and you actually explain everything with the hows and whys you do things the way you do- which is very similar to my teaching style. Thanks so much for putting in the time to make this. Subscribed!
Loaded with tips and techniques! Worth every minute. I will be watching it again for refresher course. Thanks for taking the time to make the video!
Wow, beautiful work and really informational. I'll be reaching out to you at some point to talk about doing some work on my Audi ... :) I'm not too far away from you in Ottawa.
car manufacturers work in metric Scientist work in metric you should work in metric
there are 3 countries in the world that use the imperial system, 1 country that uses a mix of metric and imperial and 191 countries that use the metric system.
That gives you a percentage of 4 out 195, which is 2 percent.
In reality, most of the things made in USA use the metric system, from cars to robots. Only carpenters, travelers and liquor makers think they live in a country that uses the imperial system. For most things that have to be traded, the metric system rules. (work in metric)
I'd like to know what make/mfg. Tube Notcher and Tube Bender you use. Thanks.
Both are custom. I built the tube bender and the notcher is a lathe
That tube bender looks fantastic, do you have any build plans or videos of it being built?
When notching a straight bar like the harness bar, how do you measure the length while considering the notch depth?
(How do you measure the notch mouth depth on both sides where the horizontal bar connects to the down bar?)
Great video, I learned a few tricks that even cross to my jeep cages. But please......use more PPE. You can keep doing this awesome work if your can't see.
Okay, you've proven to me that I couldn't possibly do this.
You do it?
@@neooied6580 I said I couldn't, so I didn't
@@JustMe-999a I’ve been telling myself it’s not possible, I ended up buying an affordable bender and built a racing sim rig and even though it’s not perfect I ended up finishing it . Trust me you can do it lol
Tell me how to build that bender!!! A vertical bender would make my life so much easier lol
Thank you for sharing this. Could I ask what version of Bend Tech you use?
Was just about to ask the same question. Is it EZ3D or the PRO version??
Great video! Definitely helped me bone up on my measurements and software for my 79 Z28 love from beautiful Camano Island Washington
super dope video man, I don't think people realize how much it takes to see what we're seeing. Great work, crystal-clear and concise. Thank you for all of your knowledge, and insider tips.
Appreciate that 🤙
@@FDFraceshop man I wish I was in ON, I would work cheap to have you mentor me. I love the attention to detail and accuracy. Bravo. More people need to take on the skill of craftsmanship like you have. Thx
You guys have done a wonderful job of explaining the various procedures it takes to build a legal and safe cage. Thanks so much.
awesome video, 80s porn quality sound track at some parts.
Very cool and useful documentary.
Damn, I would love to have a built by FDF logo on a cage in my car 😭 they look insane!
some people do yoga, the watching of this video, cool explanations and music does the same effect on me !!!
Thank you for this video. Getting ready to build a drag truck and this was the answer to some of my questions.. thanks again
Just came across your video... "MasterCraft" Level? wait... these guys are in CANADA?! So many quality RUclipsrs from Canada!
Wait but how...nevermind you answered that, but when...no, no, you answered that as well, ok but what...actually you answered that one also 😅
Suuuuuper in depth video I've been stoked waiting to find time to watch it all the way through and it was entirely worth the hype! I'll likely watch it another time or two before starting a cage in my genesis.
Well done!
Glad you enjoyed!!!!!!
Wow very informative ty I appreciate it.⚙️💣🧤🥷🧤🗜️🛠️🔧🦾🏁🔩🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🎯🎯🎯🥰💯
Good video, lousy music. Kept having to mute it. Is it a fabrication or a dance video?
I had to stop watching as I found the music so annoying. A speech-only edit would be great.
Awesome work! Like the way you have your bender going vertical. Started my first cage this past weekend on a sxs.
Awesome video. Watched the whole thing. Some very good information. Thanks for taking the time to make it.
Phenomenal illustration of why I will never build a cage myself. LOL
Beyond my skill level.
Awesome!!! I got 2001 M5 that think would make amazing drift taxi! And will show JZXs who's that drift sedan!!! Would you build a cage for four people?
I was watching it to the end and its been like 15 minutes, such a good content, so many informations and great explanation of each step so that there are no questions left, thank you for this video, I'm really trying to start witch fabricating and this is really helpful
Glad you enjoyed it!
You’re extremely talented and I appreciate the WHY in this video. You go through everything. As someone getting ready to build their first prerunner this is massive for me. Thank you
Thankyou guys for this video !!!! You guys answered every single question I’ve had about building my cage. Your an absolute god send so thanks again !!!!
That was the best RUclips video I think I’ve ever watched. Amazing!
Beautiful Accurate Work,
& Very Pretty Welds!
I Realize that every car is different, and every type & class
has different Specs, & requirements, & the most important variable of All,
every Shop has different standards of Quality & Care.
You are Obviously Very Near,
Or AT The Top in that area,
& Of Course that Dictates Actual Cost. Could you Please give a Generic $$$ cost for that type of Job?
I’m Not Asking You to Open
The Books, just a General Idea!
Thanx So Much! ☮️💜🇨🇦
Great video. Changing the way I weld. Is the Bend Tech "Cutting guides" useful?
I would love to come work with you. Fab. 28yrs. Welding.29yrs.
Tig weld that Dom. Can show you if you need.
Awesome video, great information. Thank you!!!
The background music was a little bit loud, though.
Awesome video man. The detail is great, and the tips and tricks of years and years of experience will help people of all skill levels. Really enjoyed the video, nice job man.
This whole video was amazing, but it was worth so much learning how to get at the welds on the top of the cage. Mind blown. Thank you.
Hello! I have a question. Is it allowed a race car to use Titanium Rollcage for FIA HillClimb Racing? I've tried to search for information about this on FIA Regulations, but I couldn't find anything.
I am going to be building a Lucky Dog/Chump/Lemons cage soon.
Your video is by far the best thing I've watched on the subject. Thank you for explaining your processes perfectly.
Very detailed video. Thank you for putting so much time into this. I will happily dedicate the full hour to watch it
where were you 4 years ago when i got bend-tech. ive called tech support 3 times and couldnt figure out the software. watched your video, by the way was amazing and now i got bend-tech down thank you so much also really great work keep at it
Hey guys I had a quick question with tubing material.. I wanted to build a cage and have a 1.75 bender so I was going to use .120 dom but the prices of everything makes it unattainable... for budget cases when would you stray away from dom? This is for a rock crawler
Badass thanks for sharing
Wow, this is an outstanding video that was very well explained. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, a lot of fab guys keep their secrets locked up tighter than a drum. Wish this video was out when I built my 8 point.
So the background music was very jewelry store/ Macy's muszack.. lol
I'm setting up to do a '91 Metro for rally. Is that easier than the 350-Z about the same or worse. I have seen kit cages for this car, but I don't trust them. Should I plan to cut/build my own (I have someone who can weld) or use a kit my first time through?
Well worth the time to watch, thanks for sharing your knowledge on the subject matter..
Ton of fantastic tips, great content, awesome job !
Do you do any SCCA cages? How would you do that 350z since the rules only allow only 2 bends per A pillar bars while you have 3 on yours for Champ.
Also reverse bend door bars are not in favor and some series don't allow them. Just a thought.
How come you made such a huge point in not having a file pre made for a 350z in 1.75" tube but everytime you were inputting your measurements you had 1.50" selected for tube diameter. Like you said a different diameter tube/die will have a larger or smaller bend radius. First thing that came to mind when I saw how tight the main hoop fit.
What would you charge for this job. Same, I brought you vehicle interior stripped
Great explanation even someone like me who knows nothing about roll cages. Thanks awesome video!
Such a gift. Learned so much. The tool list was a nice touch to get started. THANK YOU!!
Probably the best roll cage instructional video on YT. Thank you!
Wonderful crafted workmen ship.
I'm wondering how much it will cost to do an bmw E 24.
Super cool video, and great explanation on the order of tube install, and most importantly, why, (i.e, being able to pull the tubes next to the body far enough to have room to complete a weld).
Do you go back once the cage is done to add gussets to the cage, or gusset the cage to the unit-body?
Oh, and get a roll bender...
Love your videos you really show step by step how its done and very helpfull💪
Any good electrician can easily make a roll cage. Its the same rules for bending and cutting conduit to fit in any space. Ok Give me a break on flanges and such but!! However there is a rule of the maximum number of degrees / bends of bending in any wire pull.
Great job guys. . .
nice , that's what I want
Wich bendtech software are you use?
Just wanted to add a comment as I noticed a little bit of difficulty in cutting the notch using a hole saw and wanted to suggest annular cutters (rotabroach) of the type usually used in heavy steel work as these have cutting teeth on the faces and sides for milling and would work on your setup.
Hope this helps
Great video...love the amount of detail....super helpful!😀
Just curious. When will car makers combine the all around car cage and incorporate and merge it into the entire car's body so that no one can see it from the outside and from the inside because it is inside and in between the inner walls and outer walls of the car's body? I have been waiting for someone to hit upon that idea for almost 5 years now. Now I cannot wait any longer so I have to post this comment for all to see it. So that I can see and judge who has the most engineering prowess and high caliber technical skills to take that challenge against each other.
TOODOFF up here but sheeeeesh!!!! Man I love how accurate u are lol thank you for the video!
I wish you guys could build and sell bolts ons or build them in sections for us to finish it up.
Awesome video and build. But I thought that it was necessary in most sanctioning bodys to TIG.
Are S bends, like the ones on the door bars, sturdy enough? They seem like an odd compromise, but I'd like to do the same on my cage.
Never EVER leave square corners on any type of base plate 🤦🏽♂️
Great work! Thanks for showing the process. Definately going to do my own now.
Cool video. Is there space underneath the plates between the plate and the sheetmetal of the chassis? I’ve never seen it done that way before. We used to call “tack and whack” “hot tacking”
Badass that this is free. People that share their knowledge instead of gatekeeping are the best!
Awesome video! Really helpful! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
Awesome video. which version of BendTech do you use/recommend ? they have multiple tiers
The repeditive music was like an acidhead got a new synthesizer and was just playing around.
Great video, learned so much, you do top quality fab for sure....
Thank you! Finally, ...a real video on roll cage fab and fitment! I loved it. For those of us that can weld and fabricate, but are not clear on the approach and steps for success. Thumbs up and subscribed.
I'm just learning to weld and even watching the mig manipulation in the videos I learned tons 😂
i wonder how much did the owner payed because if i wanted to drop a car off i wondered how much would that cost?
Would you typically paint the top of the cage after welding the top? Curious how else you would paint it!
Awesome vid, thanks for sharing the knowledge! Keep the vids coming!
Question: would it fail inspection without the harness bar on passenger side of the diagonal bar?
Looking for a starter lathe (quality). Any suggestions of where to start?
Best roll-cage construction tutorial ever!
Would you recommend the Rogue Fab tube bender for bending DOM tube?
Not sure exactly what you said, I think tack and wack , but in regular welding shops we call it hot tacking
Thank you, you give me a lot of tips. Nice job
Where do I get tube bender dies? I have a design I sketch out just like yours but I can't find the dies for a reasonable price
this is gold holy cow what an amazing lesson you give thank you for this knowlegde
Sorry I’m totally new to this. Is it
1 3/4” or 1.75” tube?