20/05/2026
π₯ NEW DOCOL R8 TUBING SIZES ARRIVING THIS WEEK π₯
Now stocking a great range of Docol R8 tubing at Cardy Racing Components.
Docol R8 is a certified Advanced High-Strength Steel (AHSS) tube engineered to provide a stronger, safer, and more consistent alternative to 4130 Chromoly tubing.
Designed specifically for motorsport fabrication, Docol allows builders to create lighter, stronger, and longer-lasting racecars with improved consistency and better utilization of suspension and chassis tuning components.
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10β15% stronger than 4130 Chromoly
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Superior fatigue resistance
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Smaller, less brittle Heat Affected Zone (HAZ)
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Better elongation and crack resistance after welding
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Minimal warping and distortion during fabrication
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TIG and MIG weld compatible
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Compatible with 4130 and mild steel components
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Cleaner mill finish with little to no prep required
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Consistent wall thickness and dimensional accuracy
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Allows thinner wall tubing in some applications for major weight savings
π Strength Comparison:
β’ Docol R8 Yield Strength β 110,000 PSI
β’ 4130 Chromoly Yield Strength β 75,000 PSI
β’ Docol R8 Tensile Strength β 116,000 PSI
β’ 4130 Chromoly Tensile Strength β 95,000 PSI
π¦ New Stock Arriving This Week:
β’ 1-1/2" x .065
β’ 1-1/2" x .083
β’ 1-1/2" x .095
β’ 1-1/4" x .065
β’ 1-1/4" x .083
β’ 1-1/8" x .058
β’ 1" x .058
Build lighter. Build stronger. Build smarter.
π Call Jay Cardy on 0421 866 861
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