Re: Harnesses & Rollbars

[Jeff Pharr <pharr@xxxxxxxxxx>]

A nice compromise solution is to supplement the stock shoulder belts
with 3-inch lap belts.  My 5-point system will also work as a simple lap
belt.  It does a very good job of keeping you anchored in the seat while
still allowing you to avoid the neck crushing rollover problem.  Not as
good as a full 5-point harness, but it will still give you a lot more
control than with the stock belts alone and might be a good way to go
when running without a rollbar.

- --Jeff


>I'm aware of the attraction such harnesses have for drivers who
>frequent the track or run autocross, and they certainly do keep you in
>your seat and behind the wheel more firmly, and improve your ability to
>control the car. However, if you have four- (or more) point harnesses
>without a roll bar/cage, please follow this simple safety rule:  Don't
>roll your car.
>
>
>Scott

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