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Can you use a Cabriolet at track days, driving events?

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  1. JF308

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    Hi all,

    I think I might already know the answer to this question, but are you able to use a cabriolet at club track days, driving school events?
     
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    To run in a FCA event, "Convertibles must have roll over protection (360 and 430 Spiders are acceptable - pop up roll bars are not)." - From the EmpireStateRegion.com website. This also pertains to the Annual FCA events.

    This is also true at many tracks, such as LimeRock, Pocono, and Watkins Glen, regardless of what club/organization is sponsoring the event.
     
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    So it sounds like a Mondial cab would be out unless someone had roll bars fabricated and installed in the car somehow.
     
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    I've seen Mondial Cabs on the track with roll bars. Check with Classic Coach in Elizabeth, NJ 908-352-3939.
     
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    At most tracks, that is true. Generally, tracks don't want convertibles running without roll bars. It's all about roll-over protection. There are some companies around that specialize in fabricating and installing roll bars. It's possible to get a removable/bolt-in roll bar made that would allow you to put the bar in for track days and remove it for the remainder of your driving. A good roll bar is not cheap, but then, how much is your life worth?
     

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