Unbending the bent?

[K85 Octane]

I got a front hoop from a member here. It's to begin my cage with the rear rollbar. Problem is, the bar goes through the dash and up against the glass. Not looking to do that. Can I unbend (if even possible) the bends to get it to follow the sides of the dash, in front of the dash? 2" DOM

thanks

 

[tRustyK5]

Short answer would be no. The outer part of each bend is stretched, so to really unbend it you'd need to find a way to "un-stretch" the steel. Best of luck with that...

Rene

 

[4X4HIGH]

Cut the forward bars off and start over. Once a tube is bent trying to "unbend" it will be a disaster waiting for a place to happen.

 

[K85 Octane]

dammit
why does it have to make so much sense

 

[tRustyK5]

Through the dash is better anyways...

Unless you like smashing your knees into cage bars all the time.

Rene

 

[blazinzuk]

Through the dash is better anyways...

Unless you like smashing your knees into cage bars all the time.

Rene

He speaks the truth! All though it is a ton more work its totally worth it

 

[buefchris]

Just remove your windshield and install tubing through the dash.

 

[K85 Octane]

I'm right there with you guys, through the dash would be better. BUT I've been working on this damn truck for a while now and just recently got a victory!!!! Dash, gauges, and steering column are finally all in, bolted, aligned, and there for finished!!! Seriously, I need something finished....... to also stay finished too.

I may use the hoop for rear of the blazer, unsure.

 

[blazinzuk]

! Dash, gauges, and steering column are finally all in, bolted, aligned, and there for finished!!!

Well it shouldn't take long to remove them again

I know what you mean on the staying finished part but in all honostly I think it would be very much worth the time and effort to sink it into the dash.