where can I get information on how to properly install seatbelts in my 1960 Roadster?
thanks in advance Mark Brahms
Roadster Seat Belts
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Re: Roadster Seat Belts
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
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Re: Roadster Seat Belts
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
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
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Re: Roadster Seat Belts
And for sure three-point, just lap belts give far less protection.
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Re: Roadster Seat Belts
Totally agree. I have the 3-point in my coupe.
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