Vee_Que;43447 wroteCAMS legal means it comes with a log book and the cage builder has paid his fees to CAMS in order to do the job I would think?
Assuming the other people welding in and designing roll cages are engineers too.
Correct, though you can certify after the fact.
Vee_Que;43541 wroteI didn't seem to mention that a cams approved fabricator is almost double the price. Too bad it also means the car can't become a drag car either as the andra approved cages would be similar.
I don't believe this to be the case. Again, you'd be able to certify afterwards provided it met the approved criteria or homologation documentation for the appropriate governing body.
eg. The BMW E30 series allows you to build your own cage, provided that it meets the specified design requirements and construction can be shown as being sound and the cage is deemed safe/fit for purpose.
V8SC is a bit different again, manufacturers/builders must be a V8SC accredited builder.
Currently all of the chassis are controlled items and the only approved builder for the 'base chassis' is PACE Innovations, while others, including 888 and Kellys (I think) are approved builders for specific sub-assemblies.
The current control pedal box setup that all teams run is built by 888.
Back on topic, you'd have no issue using this car in the type of competition it was intended to be used in (and built for)