C3 seat belt tags
 

I have re-created the seat belt tags for GM vehicles. I use the original material and sizes. I can do any tag any date for any model or year. I will do these for any member for free just pay $10 for material and shipping for 4 tags, 2 date tags and 2 warning tags. Just send a clear picture with tag dimensions. For NCRS TAG send an original tag for exact matching.

PM me for more info.

BuddyM
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78 Corvette
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That's a very generous offer Buddy.
Nice work too :thumbs:

Your tags look pretty good. The fonts you used are standard, rather than the "compressed" fonts GM used. But they look a WHOLE LOT better than the old, tattered and almost unreadable original tags. :D

Im working on finding the orig fonts. Any advise on where i can find them would be appreciated.

Just curious, are you also making the '71 tags?

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Your font style looks correct. But the compressed version is 'squeezed' to be thinner; the O's have flatted sides, etc. Whatever style you chose, you just need to find that one "compressed" (ie, Arial, compressed). You can experiment with the font drop menu in MS-Word. I think there are some fonts with standard and compressed versions in that list.

P.S. If you locate the correct 'compressed' font file, send me a PM with that info. I did much the same thing for my '71 seat belts when I had them re-webbed. I couldn't find the compressed font, either, back then. :thumbs:

The Material is cloth instead of tyvex. This would require sourcing the material as well as silk screening. I can create the artwork for you but you need to do the rest locally. silk screeners are everywhere so the hard part is finding the material. Take it to a fabric shop and see if they can match it. If you do let me know what you find out.

Thx
BuddyM

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Here is a draft but I still need to find the correct compressed font. I know its out there somewhere

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I wanted to close the loop on my experience with Buddy's seat belt tags because I took him up on his proposition. They are excellent. I purchased sewed/installed new repro seatbelt tags from SnakeOyl two years ago at $20/per tag (@4 tags) and they have already started to tear at the stitching on the driver's side after less than ~1000 miles/25 drives because they are made of paper, similar to the OE. They looked awesome at first, but are surprisingly fragile. (my hobby car was invited to display at a Concours so I regrettably jumped at the first thing). With the set that I received from Buddy, you need to slice them to the dimensions needed on your seatbelt's model year, but they are made of Tyvek instead of paper. They look identical to SnakeOyl's repro tags, also printed on bright white paper as Factory original, but without the prospect of tearing for a long time, a noticeable upgrade that will pass on if legacy is your thing (as me). Buddy made a couple of tweaks based on 7T's' good point about the font. I still don't know how he obtained the proprietary "Firestone" font, but am appreciative of both, the design and highly (highly) competitive cost vs. SnakeOyl's offering that has barely lasted 2-years without degrading. I'm attaching a pic of one of the original seatbelt tags on my car (`'82), and the superior (IMHO) set that I received from Buddy for only $10. I plan to install them next Winter, once and for all.



Bottom line, if you want to replace your raggedy seatbelt tags with sparkling new ones, this is a high quality, affordable and durable repro option from a fellow C3 forum member.



**Buddy, I know you did not expect this endorsement, but I'm pleased so far, sir.



Dave

Hi BuddyM, are you still offering this service?

It is cute to have the correct stickers on the seat belts but you need to put on the new sticker when the seat belt was last overhauled.

The seat belts that came with these cars are now over 50 years old in some cases. The NTSB and others all suggest that your Seat Belts be replaced or overhauled every Ten to Fifteen YEARS. They are not just referring to the Cloth webbing but the mechanism as well. If the car has been in an accident then this would apply: It’s mandatory to replace seat belts after its emergency response triggers during a car crash. After bringing your car to the mechanic, you’ll need to swap its components out for a new one. Besides suffering from a car crash, other situations and conditions can also require replacing these car attachments.Over time, your seat belt’s sash can be too damaged from overuse. This is usually the result of dirty or frayed sashes that no longer retract properly, which requires them to be cleaned or replaced. Keep in mind that damaged seat belt sashes are just one of the many technical complications you should inspect for replacement.

Here is some more good information regarding seat belts and safety checks of them:

4 Seat Belt Safety Checks That You Have to Know About
Despite the many innovations in the automobile industry, one stands above the rest when it comes to safety. Seat belts may just be the single most important invention as they completely transformed car safety for the better. In fact, seat belts dramatically reduce the risk of death as front passengers that used seat belts were 45% less likely to die or sustain serious injuries.Considering how important seat belts are, it’s crucial that you ensure that they’re always in good condition. To help you out, we’ve prepared a list of safety checks that you can make use of to verify the condition of your seat belts. If this is something that you want to know more about, read on as we discuss four seat belt safety checks that you have to know about.

Webbing

The first thing you’ll want to examine is the webbing of your seat belt. You’ll want to be thorough when checking the webbing as it is the part of the seatbelt that experiences the most wear and tear. Be sure to be on the lookout for nicks, cuts, holes, and any fraying. If you find that your webbing is damaged, it would be best to bring it in for repairs as soon as possible.

Buckle

You’ll also want to take your time when examining the buckle. The buckle fastens your seatbelt and secures it. This can be rather tricky to examine as the damage is more subtle. Be sure to look closely for any signs of damage. If the buckle isn’t locking your seatbelt in place, then it might be wise to have a professional check on it immediately.

Retraction

Be sure to check on the seatbelts ability to retract smoothly. This retraction is crucial to keeping you safe in case of an accident. When checking on your seatbelt’s retraction, be sure to watch out for any slowness or hesitation. If you find that there is something off with your retraction, don’t try to fix things yourself. We suggest bringing your car to a seat belt repair service so you can address the problem and get your seatbelt working properly again.

Twisting

Lastly, you’ll want to make sure that the seat belts are not twisted. Having twisted seat belts can drastically affect the way they perform and can hamper their ability to protect you. Luckily, twisted seat belts are rather easy to fix. All you have to do is to carefully untwist them by turning them in the opposite direction. We suggest that you avoid being rough with your seat belt while untwisting it as you may end up damaging it and causing more serious issues.

Good afternoon
We need some for a 1978 Corvette for NCRS judging.
Can you supply us with them?
Please advise.
B. Ransome

OP hasn’t been active on the Forum for five years. You could try sending him a PM. Good luck.