Best option for 3 PT seat belts in a '69
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Best option for 3 PT seat belts in a '69
Ive done some research, and I know that the shoulder harness was an option in '69, and that even my roadster should have the mounting hole for the shoulder reel somewhere on top of the rear wheel hump under the carpet. My question is, for a regularly driven car, that isn't up for any kind of NCRS judging, what is the best option for 3 pt belts?
Ive found numerous sources for both the factory style shoulder reel that clips to the factory lap belt, and a retrofit modern style 3 pt system that mimics the style of the original:
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
To be honest, Im leaning towards the latter as it seems like the simpler solution but Im open to input from anyone who has experience with either.
Thanks!!
Ive found numerous sources for both the factory style shoulder reel that clips to the factory lap belt, and a retrofit modern style 3 pt system that mimics the style of the original:
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
To be honest, Im leaning towards the latter as it seems like the simpler solution but Im open to input from anyone who has experience with either.
Thanks!!
#2
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Ive found numerous sources for both the factory style shoulder reel that clips to the factory lap belt, and a retrofit modern style 3 pt system that mimics the style of the original:
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
I like the set up with the link you provide. GM buckle.
Ive found numerous sources for both the factory style shoulder reel that clips to the factory lap belt, and a retrofit modern style 3 pt system that mimics the style of the original:
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
I like the set up with the link you provide. GM buckle.
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The hole for mounting the shoulder harness is on the side of the wheel well, not the top. It changed to the top in 70. Do a search using Camaro seat belts as your key words and you will have a weeks worth of reading.
Lots of info on how to do this.
Lots of info on how to do this.
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It really depends on "how close/original" that you can afford/are aiming for........
On the modern version/3 point belts, you are actually paying an extra $ 180 for the unofficial GM logo buckles!
I f you HAVE to have the logo....that's a deal compared to the $400 belts.
I bought generic 3 point belts from PepBoys for $64+tax each in the color I wanted.
(I'm not above shopping at the salvage yard for parts since funds are on a limited budget every month)
On the modern version/3 point belts, you are actually paying an extra $ 180 for the unofficial GM logo buckles!
I f you HAVE to have the logo....that's a deal compared to the $400 belts.
I bought generic 3 point belts from PepBoys for $64+tax each in the color I wanted.
(I'm not above shopping at the salvage yard for parts since funds are on a limited budget every month)
#10
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Have anyone installed this, and taken some pictures of it?
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
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I have done this on my 68 convertible & my 73 t-top. The 68 belts are attached to the bolt holding the rear opening. The 73 is described here.
http://corvettec3.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/...=1317652644/75
Alan
http://corvettec3.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/...=1317652644/75
Alan
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Thank you for your replyes.
I already have the seatbelts, I bought them "used", never been mounted, they are as good as new.
Will it be ok to do it like this kit from Ecklers? It looks quite similar to the one from CorvetteMods.
I have seats like the `80 -`82 Corvette.
http://www.ecklerscorvette.com/asset...ette/49465.pdf
http://www.ecklerscorvette.com/corve...Product_Viewed
I already have the seatbelts, I bought them "used", never been mounted, they are as good as new.
Will it be ok to do it like this kit from Ecklers? It looks quite similar to the one from CorvetteMods.
I have seats like the `80 -`82 Corvette.
http://www.ecklerscorvette.com/asset...ette/49465.pdf
http://www.ecklerscorvette.com/corve...Product_Viewed
Last edited by Bhus; 11-13-2014 at 09:52 AM.
#13
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I have bought these, but not installed yet on my 68
Ive done some research, and I know that the shoulder harness was an option in '69, and that even my roadster should have the mounting hole for the shoulder reel somewhere on top of the rear wheel hump under the carpet. My question is, for a regularly driven car, that isn't up for any kind of NCRS judging, what is the best option for 3 pt belts?
Ive found numerous sources for both the factory style shoulder reel that clips to the factory lap belt, and a retrofit modern style 3 pt system that mimics the style of the original:
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
To be honest, Im leaning towards the latter as it seems like the simpler solution but Im open to input from anyone who has experience with either.
Thanks!!
Ive found numerous sources for both the factory style shoulder reel that clips to the factory lap belt, and a retrofit modern style 3 pt system that mimics the style of the original:
http://www.corvettemods.com/C3-Corve...t_p_10933.html
To be honest, Im leaning towards the latter as it seems like the simpler solution but Im open to input from anyone who has experience with either.
Thanks!!
Hope this might help, I would call Corvette Mods and discuss.
Question for one of the responses above:
The 68 belts are attached to the bolt holding the rear opening.
Does this mean you bolted the retractors onto an existing bolts for the rear deck?
(This might work well?)
Last edited by 20mercury; 11-13-2014 at 10:50 AM.