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EnvyCycles
02-18-2009, 12:07 PM
what the title says
BoundByBoost
02-18-2009, 12:13 PM
why not call vortex and buy em?
EnvyCycles
02-18-2009, 12:35 PM
People usually have these sitting around.
I had about 10 of them and I left my box at NJMP at the track day and they were gone by the time I turned around to grab my spare parts box.
2Fer
02-18-2009, 05:17 PM
Go to a local machine shop and buy a 6 foot rod of 6061-T6 aluminum, and have them cut you however many you want, should be cheaper that way.
2Fer
02-18-2009, 05:22 PM
Just checked on pricing for 6061-t6 tubing, and it is about 2.50 a foot.
RollieManollie
02-18-2009, 05:42 PM
Just checked on pricing for 6061-t6 tubing, and it is about 2.50 a foot.


I think you need end caps for them to pass tech but I'm not sure and don't feel like checking the rule book right now. :D
2Fer
02-18-2009, 05:47 PM
End caps are cheap, plus it would still be cheaper than buying individual bars
EnvyCycles
02-18-2009, 06:14 PM
End caps are cheap, plus it would still be cheaper than buying individual bars

Hey thanks, What size do I buy? and where do I get the end caps from?
RollieManollie
02-18-2009, 09:30 PM
Hey thanks, What size do I buy? and where do I get the end caps from?

Vortex - and you'd be surprised how much they cost.
EnvyCycles
02-19-2009, 09:33 PM
Hey thanks, What size do I buy? and where do I get the end caps from?

???
wanca726
02-20-2009, 03:55 AM
you need 7/8 inch. i made some from solid bars and just drilled and tapped the ends for bar ends..then found out i cant use them..
http://i398.photobucket.com/albums/pp69/wanca726/vortex%20clipons/PICT3717.jpg
EnvyCycles
02-23-2009, 12:07 PM
I just spoke to Vortex and they said the caps are 1.60 a pair.
12.80 for 8 sets plus shipping.
15.00 for a 6 foot tube
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27.80 plus shipping

I need to know the measurement of the inside of the original Vortex bar?

Thanks
D.RoD
gixxie750
02-23-2009, 05:20 PM
i want to buy a bar in bulk and do this myself. No need to buy pre made ones!
drizkol
02-23-2009, 05:56 PM
This sounds awesome, can someone post a picture/description of a final product? This sounds waaaay too easy/cheap (not that I'm complaining...) :beer: :clap:
royalgixxer
02-23-2009, 11:16 PM
you need 7/8 inch. i made some from solid bars and just drilled and tapped the ends for bar ends..then found out i cant use them..
http://i398.photobucket.com/albums/pp69/wanca726/vortex%20clipons/PICT3717.jpg

Why couldn't you use them? Rulebook does not say you can't make your own. Just wondering.
jeffrop
02-24-2009, 11:07 AM
http://www.mcmaster.com/#1658t53/=qpwb6

6063-T5 Aluminum Alloy
Round Tube .875" O.D. .437" I.D. (.219" Wall)
8 foot length
$31.01

They don't show an appropriate size in the stronger 6061 material. Im not sure the 6063 would be adequate strength-wise. The .219" wall should help though.

Might be worth a look.
EnvyCycles
02-24-2009, 12:41 PM
6063-T5 Aluminum Alloy
Round Tube .875" O.D. .437" I.D. (.219" Wall)


Are these the measuraments of the original Vortex bars?
slidewayz
02-24-2009, 02:10 PM
I can get you new vortex bars. I will honestly say it wont be cheaper than doing it yourself.

If you are interested feel free to shoot me a PM!
jeffrop
02-24-2009, 02:10 PM
Are these the measuraments of the original Vortex bars?

It's 7/8 inch (.875") aluminum tube. Just a possible alternative. I don't have a Vortex specific bar here at work to determine the exact ID. The O.D. (outside diameter) is the critical dimension, the others may vary slightly. The composition of the alloy determines the wall thickness.

As I said above, it might be worth a look. Ya' gotta take a chance once in a while dude. You are always are asking for things. Go out, spend some $$ and test it and let us know the result. Give a little back. :)
EnvyCycles
02-24-2009, 02:23 PM
Will do.. Just ordered one bar. Will give info when I get it...

By the way, I was asking for some bars to buy them and 2Fer came up with the idea of making them.

Thanks