Hard Core Bar

Key Features

	1 1/4" taller than the Hard Bar.
	Meets SCCA 2" over-the-top of helmet rule for most drivers.
	Does not interfere with convertible top operation.
	M1 version has rear crossbar for shoulder harness mounting. M2 version has harness tabs instead of the crossbar to accommodate the glass rear window.
	Hard Core Hardtop versions are available for use with hard top (or soft tops). It is 1/2 inch shorter and sets back a little.
	Fits full height and width of the interior.

	Allows for full use of seat travel and tilt for both seats.
	Constructed of high quality 1020 DOM tubing (1 3/4" diameter by .125 wall )
	Standard durable semi-flat black powder coated finish.
	Complete installation instruction sheet included along with all other hardware needed.
	See the Hard Dog Sport page for photos of the 1999-2005 Sport model which is just about identical to the 1999-2005 Core model.
	NOTE to 2001-2005 owners. The Core will restrict your seat a little. While you will be able to slide it all the way back, you will not be able to recline the back without hitting the bar. This will only affect those you drive with the seat all the way back and reclined a notch or two. Your option is to either install the Sport Bar or replace the seats with the lower back seat design from previous years.

Installation Information (photo link)

	Must drill holes in several places.
	Must cut some sheet metal for the back braces.

The plastic panels covering the seat belt towers must be trimmed. See below

Trim cut

	Tools Needed: 16mm (or 5/8 socket) wrench 10 mm wrench or deep socket 2 - 9/16 wrenches Phillips head screwdriver Tin snips (for panels and sheet metal) T-40 Torx Drive 6 pt. Drill & long 3/8" drill bit Jack and Jack Stands 3/4" Hole Saw (some ABS cars)
	Complete Instructions in HTML
	Complete PDF Instructions

Description

Stock #

Price

S/H**

'90-'97 (M1) Hard Core Bars

Hard Core Bar with Single Diagonal
Black Powder Coated Finish

TM-516

$415

$70

Hard Core Bar with Double Diagonal
Black Powder Coated Finish

TM-516-DD

$450

$70

Hard Core Bar with No Diagonal Black Powder Coated Finish
- Not Solo 1 approved
- Special Order only

TM-516-ND

$385

$70

Hard Core Hardtop with Single Diagonal, Black Powder Coated Finish - plastic rear windows only

TM-517

$425

$70

Hard Core Hardtop with Double Diagonal, Black Powder Coated Finish

TM-517-DD

$460

$70

Hard Core Hardtop No Diagonal Black Powder Coated Finish
- plastic rear windows only
- Not Solo 1 approved
- Special Order only

TM-517-ND

$395

$70

1999-2005 (M2) Hard Core Bars

1999-2005 Hard Core Bar with Single Diagonal
Black Powder coated

TM-530

$415

$70

1999-2005 Hard Core Bar w/Double Diagonal Black Powder coated

TM-530-DD

$450

$70

1999-2005 Hard Core Bar with No Diagonal Black Powder coated
- Not Solo 1 approved

TM-530-ND

$380

$70

HARD TOP NOTE: Unlike the M1 version there is no short version of the Core for the M2. If you wish to use the Hard Core with a hard top - you must buy the latch kit above.

THE HARD CORE BAR

Looking to go all out!
Then this is the roll bar for you!

The Hard Core Bar is designed for the serious Solo I competitor that wants to maintain a dual purpose car for street and racing use.

The Double Diagonal Hard Dog available in both the Sport and Core models.
See Prices Below

The Hard Core installed in a 2001 Miata

Key Features

1 1/4" taller than the Hard Bar.

Meets SCCA 2" over-the-top of helmet rule for most drivers.

Does not interfere with convertible top operation.

M1 version has rear crossbar for shoulder harness mounting. M2 version has harness tabs instead of the crossbar to accommodate the glass rear window.

Hard Core Hardtop versions are available for use with hard top (or soft tops). It is 1/2 inch shorter and sets back a little.

Fits full height and width of the interior.

Allows for full use of seat travel and tilt for both seats.

Constructed of high quality 1020 DOM tubing (1 3/4" diameter by .125 wall )

Standard durable semi-flat black powder coated finish.

Complete installation instruction sheet included along with all other hardware needed.

See the Hard Dog Sport page for photos of the 1999-2005 Sport model which is just about identical to the 1999-2005 Core model.

Installation Information (photo link)

Must drill holes in several places.

Must cut some sheet metal for the back braces.

The plastic panels covering the seat belt towers must be trimmed. See below

Tools Needed:
   16mm (or 5/8 socket) wrench
   10 mm wrench or deep socket
   2 - 9/16 wrenches
   Phillips head screwdriver
   Tin snips (for panels and sheet metal)
   T-40 Torx Drive 6 pt.
    Drill & long 3/8" drill bit
   Jack and Jack Stands
   3/4" Hole Saw (some ABS cars)

Delivery
Note - Because of the many different models of Hard Dog roll bars, they are shipped directly from the factory as per your order. Expect at least 2 to 6 weeks for delivery. -

Sorry - Leather or Vinyl wrap options not available for the Core. SCCA Solo I rules require that the bar be able to be inspected at anytime.

Polished Stainless Steel - Not Available in this model

* Shipping charge only applies if not ordered at same time as a roll bar.
** Shipments to Alaska & Hawaii and US Territories will be charged actual shipping charges.

THE HARD CORE BAR

Looking to go all out! Then this is the roll bar for you!

The Hard Core Bar is designed for the serious Solo I competitor that wants to maintain a dual purpose car for street and racing use.

The Double Diagonal Hard Dog available in both the Sport and Core models. See Prices Below

The Hard Core installed in a 2001 Miata

Key Features

1 1/4" taller than the Hard Bar.

Meets SCCA 2" over-the-top of helmet rule for most drivers.

Does not interfere with convertible top operation.

M1 version has rear crossbar for shoulder harness mounting. M2 version has harness tabs instead of the crossbar to accommodate the glass rear window.

Hard Core Hardtop versions are available for use with hard top (or soft tops). It is 1/2 inch shorter and sets back a little.

Fits full height and width of the interior.

Allows for full use of seat travel and tilt for both seats.

Constructed of high quality 1020 DOM tubing (1 3/4" diameter by .125 wall )

Standard durable semi-flat black powder coated finish.

Complete installation instruction sheet included along with all other hardware needed.

See the Hard Dog Sport page for photos of the 1999-2005 Sport model which is just about identical to the 1999-2005 Core model.

Installation Information (photo link)

Must drill holes in several places.

Must cut some sheet metal for the back braces.

The plastic panels covering the seat belt towers must be trimmed. See below

Tools Needed: 16mm (or 5/8 socket) wrench 10 mm wrench or deep socket 2 - 9/16 wrenches Phillips head screwdriver Tin snips (for panels and sheet metal) T-40 Torx Drive 6 pt. Drill & long 3/8" drill bit Jack and Jack Stands 3/4" Hole Saw (some ABS cars)

Delivery Note - Because of the many different models of Hard Dog roll bars, they are shipped directly from the factory as per your order. Expect at least 2 to 6 weeks for delivery. -

Sorry - Leather or Vinyl wrap options not available for the Core. SCCA Solo I rules require that the bar be able to be inspected at anytime.

Polished Stainless Steel - Not Available in this model

* Shipping charge only applies if not ordered at same time as a roll bar. ** Shipments to Alaska & Hawaii and US Territories will be charged actual shipping charges.

Looking to go all out!
Then this is the roll bar for you!

The Double Diagonal Hard Dog available in both the Sport and Core models.
See Prices Below

Tools Needed:
16mm (or 5/8 socket) wrench
10 mm wrench or deep socket
2 - 9/16 wrenches
Phillips head screwdriver
Tin snips (for panels and sheet metal)
T-40 Torx Drive 6 pt.
Drill & long 3/8" drill bit
Jack and Jack Stands
3/4" Hole Saw (some ABS cars)

Delivery
Note - Because of the many different models of Hard Dog roll bars, they are shipped directly from the factory as per your order. Expect at least 2 to 6 weeks for delivery. -

* Shipping charge only applies if not ordered at same time as a roll bar.
** Shipments to Alaska & Hawaii and US Territories will be charged actual shipping charges.