Topic: IO Port/Autopower Joint Welding
Note - answer from John@Lemons in post #10.....
A couple of questions regarding the joints on an IO Port cage. I've searched the forums a lot and don't seem to see this exact question. Sorry if it's already been answered.
We currently have a bolt-in cage. We have welded in NASCAR door bars, an additional seatback bar, and a dash bar.
We were advised to weld up the entire cage at the last race.
Is it acceptable to weld the circumference of the external sleeves. They are about 6-8" long and are much longer than 2X the OD of the main cage. So - they should provide the right strength.
Also, do we leave the bolts in - or rotate the sleeves 90 degrees and weld the bolt holes too.
Just double checking. This is what our professional welder recommended.
Grover