Greg ...... Why not put a transverse hoop, bent to fit up under the
cowl,
against the back of the firewall, that ties into each framerail ..... then
join it
to the front vertical tubes of the main cage with either one or two
horizontal
tubes, plus a diagonal, or two diagonals to form an X, on each side, to add
great strength to this structure ? Your feet and legs get more protection
and the pedals can stay where they are . As far as the additional weight,
think of this as ballast that serves a very useful safety feature. Don't
forget
your gussets at each joint ......
Just my thoughts ...... Bruce
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