FEELER: CUSTOM CRASH BAR - Page 5

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 10-01-2023, 12:38 PM

Keep in mind... the upper and lower hoops will be one piece, no seams, and they will pass through the face of the vertical rec.tube.

This is a balancing act for sure. Trying to balance the weight, with cost, and aero.

The image below, would be the only additional bracing that would not block the lower oil cooler, or interfere with the current air deflectors... this would add another 2lbs and approx. $250 +/- to the cost... Perhaps I can make this addition optional.

Who else wants to be on the list for one of the first batch?

Camaro Enthusiast · 10-02-2023, 04:05 AM

In the event a head on crash will the air bags open correctly ?

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 10-02-2023, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Camaro Enthusiast

In the event a head on crash will the air bags open correctly ?

The airbag sensors are independent from this impact bar modification. Sensors evaluate impact from 360 degree's...

Camaro Enthusiast · 10-02-2023, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

The airbag sensors are independent from this impact bar modification. Sensors evaluate impact from 360 degree's...

Good to know.

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 10-06-2023, 12:46 PM

Who else is interested in being on the first production run?

Trying to fill some more slots so I can get these rolling!

blahson · 10-08-2023, 10:19 PM

I'm interested!

I'm also open to the idea of paying a little extra for moly?

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 10-09-2023, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by blahson

I'm interested!

I'm also open to the idea of paying a little extra for moly?

Your on the list... have not been able to find the rec tube on moly yet. stay tuned.

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 10-09-2023, 01:12 PM

Updated list... I need (9) more for the first production run... any other takers?

Order List:
1. Z OH 6
2. ZLElvira
3. ZL1…SON
4. H018871
5. CamOnlyJabroni
6. blahson
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20Bluezl1 · 10-09-2023, 09:42 PM

Love the idea, I actually removed the plastic cover infront of the crash bar because I hated the look. Your design is super clean. Only thing I have in mind that has me thinking is our front end is leaf vacuum and rock magnet. I don't drive to much in the street but my rad and cooler fins are all bent from rocks and pebbles hitting them. Without the oem crash bar lots more air but more prone to a pin hole happening.

RamAir02 · 10-09-2023, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 20Bluezl1

Love the idea, I actually removed the plastic cover infront of the crash bar because I hated the look. Your design is super clean. Only thing I have in mind that has me thinking is our front end is leaf vacuum and rock magnet. I don't drive to much in the street but my rad and cooler fins are all bent from rocks and pebbles hitting them. Without the oem crash bar lots more air but more prone to a pin hole happening.

I've seen folks at the track with wire mesh behind the grille for this exact reason. I don't think it looks the best, but is an option for folks that have this concern.

20Bluezl1 · 10-09-2023, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by RamAir02

I've seen folks at the track with wire mesh behind the grille for this exact reason. I don't think it looks the best, but is an option for folks that have this concern.

Yea that mesh looks like shit

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 10-10-2023, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 20Bluezl1

Yea that mesh looks like shit

I agree, seen the mesh on some cars also, and hate the look, but understand the logic, for those who choose too. With my custom crash bar, you would have a great mounting structure to spread some mesh from one side to the other for those who desire that extra level of protection and look.

blahson · 10-18-2023, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

Your on the list... have not been able to find the rec tube on moly yet. stay tuned.

Or aluminum DOM? Aluminum is weaker but you can get a thicker walled tube to make up for it.

Rapid_blue_zl1_22 · 10-19-2023, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by blahson

Or aluminum DOM? Aluminum is weaker but you can get a thicker walled tube to make up for it.

I feel like aluminum would be the better choice as well. The whole point of the OEM bar (Which is aluminum) is to absorb the impact, and not transmit the force onto the frame rails/cabin of the car. If this was made from aluminum, it would crumple more like OEM making it safer. The stronger steel/chromoly would essentially put more force into the frame rails/cabin causing more damage. Also, why not bolt the bar on like the OEM bar, meaning, drill the front holes larger for the bolt/washer to pass through the front part of the bar and only connect the back side to the frame rail? With the current design, with the bolt tightened down, the bolts are sandwiching/ deforming the bar. I could see that potentially causing the bolts to back out over time.

I am interested in one as well, but I have a bumper tank for my chiller currently. I could probably swap to a fender tank instead though. I love the design and idea of opening up the front end for more airflow.

10-01-2023, 12:38 PM	#57
SOCAL.M6.ZLE Having FUN in the SUN... Drives: 2022 M6 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,052	Keep in mind... the upper and lower hoops will be one piece, no seams, and they will pass through the face of the vertical rec.tube. This is a balancing act for sure. Trying to balance the weight, with cost, and aero. The image below, would be the only additional bracing that would not block the lower oil cooler, or interfere with the current air deflectors... this would add another 2lbs and approx. $250 +/- to the cost... Perhaps I can make this addition optional. Who else wants to be on the list for one of the first batch? Attached Images __________________ 2022 M6 ZLE: Katech CNC Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC Coated ARH + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + E85 + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster + Synergy Fender Tank ALL the RED Rear End BMR Goodies + JRE Terminator Cam Package + Remote Tuning and Moral Support from TED @ JRE BMR Motor Mounts + DMS Front HX + FIC 30's + APEX SM.10's + 305/345 R888R's = 770rwhp 785rwtq @E50 13.5psi

10-06-2023, 12:46 PM	#61
SOCAL.M6.ZLE Having FUN in the SUN... Drives: 2022 M6 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,052	Who else is interested in being on the first production run? Trying to fill some more slots so I can get these rolling! __________________ 2022 M6 ZLE: Katech CNC Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC Coated ARH + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + E85 + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster + Synergy Fender Tank ALL the RED Rear End BMR Goodies + JRE Terminator Cam Package + Remote Tuning and Moral Support from TED @ JRE BMR Motor Mounts + DMS Front HX + FIC 30's + APEX SM.10's + 305/345 R888R's = 770rwhp 785rwtq @E50 13.5psi

10-08-2023, 10:19 PM	#62
blahson meep meep Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: MIA & HOU Posts: 57 View My Garage	I'm interested! I'm also open to the idea of paying a little extra for moly? __________________

10-09-2023, 01:12 PM	#64
SOCAL.M6.ZLE Having FUN in the SUN... Drives: 2022 M6 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,052	Updated list... I need (9) more for the first production run... any other takers? Order List: 1. Z OH 6 2. ZLElvira 3. ZL1…SON 4. H018871 5. CamOnlyJabroni 6. blahson 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. __________________ 2022 M6 ZLE: Katech CNC Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC Coated ARH + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + E85 + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster + Synergy Fender Tank ALL the RED Rear End BMR Goodies + JRE Terminator Cam Package + Remote Tuning and Moral Support from TED @ JRE BMR Motor Mounts + DMS Front HX + FIC 30's + APEX SM.10's + 305/345 R888R's = 770rwhp 785rwtq @E50 13.5psi

10-02-2023, 04:05 AM	#58
Camaro Enthusiast Drives: Camaro Join Date: May 2023 Location: United States Posts: 5	In the event a head on crash will the air bags open correctly ?

10-09-2023, 09:42 PM	#65
20Bluezl1 Drives: 2020 Zl1 A10 Riverside Blue Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: NJ Posts: 1,227	Love the idea, I actually removed the plastic cover infront of the crash bar because I hated the look. Your design is super clean. Only thing I have in mind that has me thinking is our front end is leaf vacuum and rock magnet. I don't drive to much in the street but my rad and cooler fins are all bent from rocks and pebbles hitting them. Without the oem crash bar lots more air but more prone to a pin hole happening.

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