WillyT Posted March 21, 2014 Report Share Posted March 21, 2014 Has anyone purchased the shelby light bar? Does it have any branding on it anywhere? I had a CDC on my 08 GT500 and it had the CDC logo on it. I was planning to order the light bar and install it myself. If anyone has installed one on their 13, tips would be greatly appreciated. WillyT (aka, Tom) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergenfelter Posted March 27, 2014 Report Share Posted March 27, 2014 (edited) Yes - I have - very easy install - just follow the instructions - very nice quality and functionality. Actually shuts off the third brake light in the bar when the top is up. (Mine is the CDC and you can order w/o branding) Edited March 27, 2014 by bergenfelter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted March 27, 2014 Report Share Posted March 27, 2014 My '08 Shelby GT convertibles had the light bar. I thought it looked great!!! Not a structural roll bar and they made it very clear at the drag strip the first and only time I took mine GT/SC. It also helped with keeping the top from fluttering in the wind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyT Posted March 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2014 Thanks! I didn't realize you could order the CDC without the logo. I went with SA's as Jer said it didn't have any branding. If it does, it's going back and I will order the CDC without the logo. Your car looks fantastic Bergenfelter!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergenfelter Posted March 27, 2014 Report Share Posted March 27, 2014 Thanks! I didn't realize you could order the CDC without the logo. I went with SA's as Jer said it didn't have any branding. If it does, it's going back and I will order the CDC without the logo. Your car looks fantastic Bergenfelter!!!! Thanks! PM me if you need any pointers on the install. I just took it slow and easy (esp when removing the interior plastic) - took me about 4 hours (that was with tend to the kids breaks included...). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyT Posted March 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2014 Thanks. I really appreciate it! I will post some pics as soon as I learn how to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedrx Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 Doesn't CDC make the Shelby version? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Dennis Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 OK..this adds weight and performs what usable function? My SGT vert has one and I wish it did not. Like adding tits to a bull. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyT Posted March 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 (edited) I guess it's a matter of opinion. I like the way they look. The car will still perform well enough for me Edited March 28, 2014 by WillyT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joraft Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 OK..this adds weight and performs what usable function? My SGT vert has one and I wish it did not. Like adding tits to a bull. I like the looks too. I've been thinking about getting one myself. How much do they weigh? I could stand to lose fifty pounds, so maybe I'll order one and go on a diet. That should balance it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergenfelter Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 Or just go take a healthy crap before you go drive and that should offset part of the weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mavisky Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 That thing can't weigh more than 20lbs. My convertible is already tipping 4,000lbs anyway. I doubt you'd even notice it in any measurable statistic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyT Posted March 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 I don't think it weights more than 20lbs either. Guess I better go get some carrot and celery sticks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joraft Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 The ads say that it helps to stiffen to the convertible body. Looking at the design, I'm a little skeptical about how much stiffness it can add. Still like the looks though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyT Posted March 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2014 I had one on my 08SGT and 08GT500 and I agree it's more cosmetic than anything, but very cool looking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedrx Posted March 29, 2014 Report Share Posted March 29, 2014 I run one on my 2009 Vert, I really like the way it looks vs. stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyT Posted March 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2014 +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geneo4116 Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Don't laugh,stupid question,but in the 69 and 70 shelby coupes,the had a factory roll bar that looked just like this light bar,would this fit in a coupe,I think back in the day the seat belts were hooked to the roll bar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mavisky Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 You wouldn't want to attach seatbelts to one of these. Look into a "harness bar". That's going to be what you want. That or a simple bolt-in 4 point roll bar for the rear of the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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