4. Side Protection

A. Side tubes connecting the front and main hoops across both door openings are strongly recommended. Tubes that are welded to any part of the same mounting plate are considered to be connected to one another.

B. NASCAR-style side protection or one bar bisecting another to form an “X” is permitted. Door side tubes may extend into the front door.

1. Door window glass, window operating mechanism, inner door trim panel, armrest, map pockets, wiring harnesses for door locks, windows, power mirrors, seat wiring, etc., and inside door latch/lock operating mechanism may be removed and the inner door structural panel may be modified.

2. The stock outside door latch/lock operating mechanism shall not be removed or modified unless specifically authorized in the Rules.