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CJ2A 09-07-2019 10:23 AM
Quality Seat Belts
 
I am finishing up a 1963 GMC build for my daughter. I want to learn from some of you’re experiences. The wife is wanting seat belts with a shoulder strap installed.

Can I get some pros & cons on the aftermarket seatbelts available ? I am more into Quality than price. Is the mounting of the shoulder strap solid even though it is just a drilled hole in the cab ?

The Rocknrod 09-07-2019 02:39 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
In the FAQ section there are posts about seat belts:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646002

Aftermarket Seatbelts???
a long thread about seat belt options

Seat belts for stock bench seat, purchase and install info
a thread with information about a aftermarket seat belt kit for a bench seat, with photos.

1965 Seat Belts??? : July 2010 /60+ posts

anybody make the seat shoulder bolts : November 2013

1966 shoulder strap cab holes : April 2011

Seat belts???? : August 2014 /+15 posts, some photos and scanned diagrams

(what is) the best 2 point retractable seat belt? : September 2014

66' 3 Point Seatbelts_B Pillar Plug... March 2014

vin63 09-07-2019 11:32 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
The aftermarket 3-point seat belt conversion kits are a good idea. Be sure to use all of the backing hardware (the hardware that mounts to the rear of the panels) during the installation - the back side of the floor mounts and the B-pillar shoulder harness mount.

roll_the_dice 09-08-2019 10:11 AM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
I am about to order 2 shoulder belts and a middle lap belt for my 65 from www.seatbeltsplus.com. They are $225 and about $70 cheaper than other sites I have looked at.

The Rocknrod 09-08-2019 04:24 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by roll_the_dice (Post 8589697)
I am about to order 2 shoulder belts and a middle lap belt for my 65 from www.seatbeltsplus.com. They are $225 and about $70 cheaper than other sites I have looked at.
What buckle length are you getting and do you have a bench seat?

roll_the_dice 09-08-2019 05:01 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by The Rocknrod (Post 8589953)
What buckle length are you getting and do you have a bench seat?
I do have a bench seat. 20" no sleeve buckle. I am afraid the 12" sleeved buckle wouldn't be long enough.

The Rocknrod 09-08-2019 05:58 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Keep us posted, I'd like to know on the length. On they're catalog on page 5 they show cable type buckle in 6", 12" 18" and 22".

slepysal 09-10-2019 12:15 AM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
I am running some surplus Military Hummer 3 point belts that were purchased of E Bay about 4 years ago

vince1 09-10-2019 09:12 AM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
I think a collapsible steering shaft should be considered before the seat belt mod. In my other old car I won't put on the lap belt because the steering shaft has not yet been modified and in a front end collision, behind the wheel is not the place to be. I had an acquaintance who is not here today as a result of it.

An alternative to the 3 point harness is to change to a newer seat that has the belts built in.

roll_the_dice 09-10-2019 09:31 AM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by slepysal (Post 8590953)
I am running some surplus Military Hummer 3 point belts that were purchased of E Bay about 4 years ago
Any pictures or other info on who you bought them from on ebay? I looked and mostly saw belts made in China... do you remember the length of your belt and buckle? Thanks

Gargoyle 09-10-2019 03:19 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Have you looked into Juliano's?

https://www.julianos.com/Seat-Belts-s/96.htm

forestb 09-10-2019 04:32 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Gargoyle (Post 8591221)
Have you looked into Juliano's?

https://www.julianos.com/Seat-Belts-s/96.htm
That's where I got mine and am vary happy with them. Thankfully they have never been tested.

vin63 09-10-2019 04:58 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
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Quote:
Originally Posted by roll_the_dice (Post 8591052)
Any pictures or other info on who you bought them from on ebay? I looked and mostly saw belts made in China...
Unfortunately, almost all of the webbing material comes out of China, which is why some of the long-time racing safety equipment makers like Simpson no longer re-certify their belts and offer discounts on new replacements. I do some custom stuff for a few customers on OE type belt replacements through DJ Safety/Deist Safety, where they still have a large stock of webbing that was made in the US for some of these period-correct restoration orders.

This is one I did for a 69 Pontiac Firebird.

50-year old originals left; new webbing right:

G8rN@te61 09-15-2019 07:38 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
I used seatbelts plus and they turned out great

slepysal 09-17-2019 10:41 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by roll_the_dice (Post 8591052)
Any pictures or other info on who you bought them from on ebay? I looked and mostly saw belts made in China... do you remember the length of your belt and buckle? Thanks
I can't remember the seller I can take a picture if you like

roll_the_dice 09-18-2019 06:34 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by slepysal (Post 8595115)
I can't remember the seller I can take a picture if you like
That would be great. Thanks, I appreciate it.

slepysal 09-18-2019 09:05 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
2 Attachment(s)
here you go let me know if you need anymore
They fit my beer belly fine!
Attachment 1940043

Attachment 1940044

roll_the_dice 09-19-2019 09:08 AM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by slepysal (Post 8595582)
here you go let me know if you need anymore
They fit my beer belly fine!
Thanks Sal...nothing wrong with a beer belly! happens to the best of us. haha

Vincenthdfan 09-24-2019 11:31 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by slepysal (Post 8595582)
here you go let me know if you need anymore
They fit my beer belly fine!
Attachment 1940043

Attachment 1940044
Any chance I can see your mount points and how well the receiver end reaches up through the seat?

I found them for sale on eBay and just may pull the trigger on some if they appear to be a good fit.

I need to install some in my 62 SWB C10.

Thanks

slepysal 09-25-2019 10:45 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Vincenthdfan (Post 8598985)
Any chance I can see your mount points and how well the receiver end reaches up through the seat?

I found them for sale on eBay and just may pull the trigger on some if they appear to be a good fit.

I need to install some in my 62 SWB C10.

Thanks
I cam take some pics tomorow

slepysal 09-27-2019 08:31 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
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Here you go. The retractable part is bolted between the seat and floor and the receiver part is bolted to the seat. The seats are off of a Land Rover and came with the receiver attached. Hope this helps
Attachment 1943331

Attachment 1943332

Vincenthdfan 09-29-2019 03:47 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Yes, that helps....thanks slepysal!

Afirehawk1 10-01-2019 07:24 AM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by The Rocknrod (Post 8589251)
In the FAQ section there are posts about seat belts:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646002

Aftermarket Seatbelts???
a long thread about seat belt options

Seat belts for stock bench seat, purchase and install info
a thread with information about a aftermarket seat belt kit for a bench seat, with photos.

1965 Seat Belts??? : July 2010 /60+ posts

anybody make the seat shoulder bolts : November 2013

1966 shoulder strap cab holes : April 2011

Seat belts???? : August 2014 /+15 posts, some photos and scanned diagrams

(what is) the best 2 point retractable seat belt? : September 2014

66' 3 Point Seatbelts_B Pillar Plug... March 2014
How is everyone installing the seatbelts if the pillar plug or nut brace is missing?
I must have an early 66.
I see the measurements but was curious best way to install.

roll_the_dice 10-01-2019 09:21 AM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Afirehawk1 (Post 8602219)
How is everyone installing the seatbelts if the pillar plug or nut brace is missing?
I must have an early 66.
I see the measurements but was curious best way to install.
Here are the specific links to seat belts in the FAQ...scroll down a little.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...55&postcount=4

Also, you would need a hardware kit from wherever you buy your seat belts. Something like this...

https://www.seatbeltsplus.com/PROD.h...ode=FHD-1046-1

Lastly, the best install thread I found was from LugNutz on this board. His website on the install is here...

Afirehawk1 10-01-2019 01:14 PM
Re: Quality Seat Belts
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by roll_the_dice (Post 8602291)
Here are the specific links to seat belts in the FAQ...scroll down a little.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...55&postcount=4

Also, you would need a hardware kit from wherever you buy your seat belts. Something like this...

https://www.seatbeltsplus.com/PROD.h...ode=FHD-1046-1

Lastly, the best install thread I found was from LugNutz on this board. His website on the install is here...
Perfect
Thanks


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