After a grueling summer of waiting, Project TwoFace has finally made it home. This project already had the engine between the framerails and the rear differential under the bed, but the actual fabrication of installing a roll cage, plus a slick wiring job, is really all it lacked. At first this seemed like a job that we could complete with an entry-level welder and skills to match, but life had other plans and it was easier to let a fabrication shop do it. This made us trust the fab shop’s work, but we know these guys are really good at what they do.
We delivered TwoFace and a pallet full of pre-bent bars that were specifically designed for our Ford Ranger, thanks to S&W Race Cars. S&W supplied us with the easy-to-use pre-bent roll cage kit that allows you to notch, clean, and finish weld without any benders. The wait time at chassis shops held us up a little longer than we anticipated, however, now that the Ranger is back, we have the next three frigid months to dial everything in and have it ready for opening day.
Who Is S&W Race Cars?
Due to the time delay, our product began to have some surface buildup. However, after some cleanup and a fresh paint job, our cage is looking fresh.
S&W Race Cars is a well-known manufacturer and supplier of high-performance racing components, chassis, and safety equipment. They specialize in designing and fabricating products for drag racing, street performance, and many other forms of motorsports. Founded in 1959 by Walter Sheaffer, S&W Race Cars has been a prominent name in the racing community for several decades.
Over the years, S&W Race Cars has gained recognition for its expertise and dedication to the motorsport industry, making it a trusted source for racing components and accessories. One particular product that S&W is known for is pre-bent roll cage kits for specific applications. Although the common belief surrounding pre-bent cages is that the fitment can be less than perfect because the tubes are bent according to a master jig, as opposed to being bent to your chassis, specifically, that isn’t the case here. This cage fits the seams and rides the cab lines with perfection.
Our S&W Ford Ranger Kit
Thanks to S&W, we now have a 10-point NHRA- and IHRA-approved 8.50 roll cage. We lack the certification sticker (for now) but this cage is 1-5/8-inch by .134-inch-wall EWS mild steel tubing. Each tube had its place in the puzzle — all that was needed was cleaning the surfaces off, notching the…
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