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Roadster Seat Belts

Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2018 9:17 am
by Mark Brahms
where can I get information on how to properly install seatbelts in my 1960 Roadster?
thanks in advance Mark Brahms

Re: Roadster Seat Belts

Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2018 9:25 am
by Doug McDonnell
https://porsche356registry.org/article/33 and a nice discussion of belts here: https://porsche356registry.org/article/33. And check out other ideas including David Jones reinforcement picture in this link: viewtopic.php?f=1&t=45254&hilit=seat+belt

Re: Roadster Seat Belts

Posted: Thu Mar 22, 2018 3:18 am
by Bill Oldham
There is indeed a proper way to install 3 point belts in a roadster, I believe. I described it briefly in posts on June 5 2011 under topic "seat belt mounting points" and a couple more photos on May 12 2017 under "356 BT5 seat belts". search for "bill oldham" under authors.
Basically add a strong B pillar (removable) to mount the shoulder point above the seat just as in 911 cabs, and support it laterally and front to back. I am long overdue in writing up an article on this but you can see my roadster at the No meets So next month.
bill

Re: Roadster Seat Belts

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2019 8:40 pm
by Mike Wilson
Nice set up, Bill, and much safer!

Mike

Re: Roadster Seat Belts

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2019 9:03 pm
by Martin Benade
And for sure three-point, just lap belts give far less protection.

Re: Roadster Seat Belts

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2019 10:10 pm
by Mike Wilson
Totally agree. I have the 3-point in my coupe.

Mike