75 Vert - Add Shoulder Belts
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Racer
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From: Northville MI
75 Vert - Add Shoulder Belts
Quick question; how hard is it to ADD Shoulder Belts to a 75 Vert? I just have a lap belt and would like to add shoulders while the interior is out
Thanks
Tom
Thanks
Tom
Team Owner
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From: Ontario
Once you have all the hardware it is not a terribly difficult job but the tops of the seat covers have to come off.
I am not familiar with the 1975 but you may have to cut this trim piece as well. The shade of red has since been corrected.
I am not familiar with the 1975 but you may have to cut this trim piece as well. The shade of red has since been corrected.
Last edited by Paul L; Mar 12, 2015 at 12:06 PM.
Team Owner
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From: Redondo Beach, California
Looks almost exactly like the configuration for my 70....it's red also!!
On the 70, the shoulder belt retractor mechanism has a separate housing. This housing is very fragile, and getting an unbroken one is difficult. I must have bought about 10 pairs on ebay before I got a perfect pair. When I install my 70 shoulder belt retainer housing, I'll line it on the interior with fiberglass to make it stronger.
On the 70, the shoulder belt retractor mechanism has a separate housing. This housing is very fragile, and getting an unbroken one is difficult. I must have bought about 10 pairs on ebay before I got a perfect pair. When I install my 70 shoulder belt retainer housing, I'll line it on the interior with fiberglass to make it stronger.
Drifting
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The seat back frame has to have the provisions for the seat belts to pass through. Not all do. Pull your seat cover off carefully and look, first.
I believe that Corvette America sells the used/repainted frames that you will need.
I believe that Corvette America sells the used/repainted frames that you will need.
Race Director
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From: Scottsdale Arizona
Agree on both counts. These old retractors are fiddley enough and when you try to deal with both at the same time, it can get comical.
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