chrisp

I installed my Cobra Evolution this weekend. I knew going in that it would compromise emergency egress...everything is a trade off I guess.

I am pretty tall (6'3") and the seat is pretty far back. However, the head containment "wings" block about 1/2 of the window opening.

Has anyone looked at running with the vertical part of the window frame removed? I want to keep the car as secure as possible but if this little piece of window frame is between me and survival, I would like to look at ways to remove it.

Larry Herman

Adrenaline is a wonderful thing for egress. You'd be surprised at how stuff moves out of the way! Also, don't think that the drivers window is the only way to get out. I actually climb through the passengers window to exit the car when it's in the trailer.

RickBetterley

On the other hand, don't understimate the impact of panic; we saw a driver unable to unfasten his harness during a sever engine fire that penetrated the cockpit. Luckily a fellow driver was able to get him out. Ugly, but a good result.

chrisp

I think there's a case to petition PCA and get the passenger seat requirement removed.

I was also thinking of modifying the vertical window rail so that it was more of a "breakaway" part.

RickBetterley

The vertical rail - do you mean the trailing edge of a vent window?

RedlineMan

Hey;

Definitely more difficult for sure. You have to plan your tubing very carefully and you need to remember to factor in the padding. Every inch counts. I'm even thinking I might have to redo my door bar.

Larry Herman

Yeah, especially around the waistline. That's the area I'm modifying.

RedlineMan

gbaker

chrisp

Yes the trailing edge of the vent window.

John, I am thinking of ways to maximize the escape route with the door closed...so door bar location/size, in this case, isn't really an issue. .

RedlineMan

Pfffffffff;

I'm too lazy. I'd just kick the windshield out... if it didn't fly out already!

chrisp

I guess I'll have to order a few spare windshields and practice that one!