Cusco 8-Point 2-Passenger Dash Escape Roll Cage

Toyota AE86 1983–1987 / 116 270 G20

Part #: 116 270 G20

Overview

The Cusco 8-Point 2-Passenger Dash Escape Roll Cage is a high-performance safety and chassis reinforcement component designed specifically for the Toyota AE86. Whether you're a competitive racer or an enthusiast seeking to enhance your vehicle's structural integrity, this roll cage offers a significant upgrade over the stock chassis. It is engineered to improve handling, steering response, and overall feedback by drastically increasing chassis rigidity, making it an ideal choice for track days, autocross, or spirited driving.

Constructed with safety and weight reduction in mind, the cage is suitable for high-speed racing environments where safety is paramount. Its design adheres to rigorous JAF competition regulations, ensuring compliance for sanctioned events. The cage not only enhances safety in the event of an accident but also contributes to a more responsive and predictable driving experience, especially during aggressive cornering and high-G maneuvers.

Key Features

The Cusco 8-Point Dash Escape Roll Cage incorporates advanced engineering and premium materials to deliver both safety and performance benefits. Key features include:

• Made from cold drawn seamless carbon steel, ensuring exceptional strength and durability while maintaining a lightweight profile.
• Designed with multiple points of attachment to the chassis, providing maximum rigidity and minimizing flex during high-performance driving.
• Features an 8-point configuration that includes front and rear bars, as well as side and dash crossbars, to effectively reinforce the entire cabin structure.
• Incorporates a dash escape feature, allowing quick egress in emergency situations, which is critical for driver safety in racing scenarios.
• Designed to meet or exceed JAF domestic safety regulations, making it suitable for a wide range of competitive events.
• Optimized for weight reduction at joints and critical stress points, ensuring minimal impact on vehicle performance while maximizing safety.
• High bending processing techniques contribute to the cage's high rigidity and compliance with safety standards.
• Finished with a durable coating to resist corrosion and maintain appearance over time.

Construction & Design

The Cusco roll cage is meticulously engineered using cold drawn seamless carbon steel, a material known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio. The cage's design features precise bending processing that ensures high rigidity and compliance with JAF safety regulations. Each component is TIG-welded for superior strength and durability, providing a seamless and robust structure that withstands the rigors of competitive racing and spirited driving.

The cage's configuration emphasizes weight reduction without sacrificing safety, with strategic design choices aimed at minimizing weight at joints and critical stress points. The inclusion of a dash escape feature demonstrates Cusco's commitment to driver safety, allowing quick egress in emergency situations. The overall design enhances chassis stiffness, which translates into improved handling, steering response, and feedback, making your AE86 more predictable and confident on the track or street.

Performance & Safety

By significantly increasing chassis rigidity, this roll cage helps improve handling and steering response, especially during high-speed cornering. The high-strength carbon steel construction ensures that the cage can withstand substantial impact forces, providing peace of mind during competitive events or aggressive driving. The cage's compliance with JAF regulations makes it suitable for sanctioned racing, ensuring safety standards are met without compromise.

Installation & Fitment

The Cusco 8-Point Dash Escape Roll Cage is designed as a bolt-in component, making installation straightforward for experienced fabricators or professional installers. It mounts directly to the factory chassis points, requiring no cutting or drilling in most cases. However, some modifications or additional bracing may be necessary depending on your specific vehicle setup. No extensive welding or fabrication is typically required, but professional installation is recommended to ensure proper fitment and safety compliance.

• Designed specifically for the Toyota AE86 (1983–1987)
• Requires basic tools and professional installation for optimal safety and fitment
• No cutting or drilling required in most applications

What's Included

• Complete 8-point roll cage assembly with dash escape feature
• All necessary mounting hardware and brackets
• Installation instructions

Ideal For

This roll cage is ideal for amateur and professional racers, autocross enthusiasts, and street drivers who prioritize safety, chassis stiffness, and handling performance. It is especially suitable for those participating in sanctioned motorsport events requiring compliance with JAF safety standards.

Emissions Note

This product is designed solely for off-road or racing use and may not be legal for street use in all jurisdictions. Please verify local regulations before installation.