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Just curious as to what you folks opinion would be on trusting the effectiveness of the original seat belts on a 73,000 mile '78. Pretty sure it was garage-kept so can we rule out UV degradation?
Pics are attached and are of the drivers side, which obviously would receive the most wear. First is lap-belt, second is lap and buckle, third is upper retractor two views
What say you, and Regards, LowSporty
Thanks Guys! I thought I remembered reading somewhere in the past that seatbelts over a certain age [10-15 yrs.] and certainly after a crash [just like a motorcycle helmut] be replaced. Aside from being lightly soiled, mine work perfectly, no herky-jerky action, getting stuck, etc. Thanks and Regards, LowSporty
My 78 white/red have the OE belts and probably has a least 140K+ on the clock and are still trustworthy with an added after market belt extender for a comfort fit..
JJ78
'78 seat-belts
