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Old 08-14-2015, 12:43 PM   #20
DaddyOh
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Re: DIY 3 Point Seat Belt Installation 1960-66 Cab

Thanks, gave them a call since I need a seatbelt to accommodate a 6 foot as well as 5 foot person...was concerned about the stationary side of the belt falling into crease of seat when the wife is driving. The solution: don't let the wife drive the truck.

When installing the stationary belt, allow 4-6" of 'lay' on the bench seat from the crease (in the furthest back position)... this should allow enough adjustment for various height people. If the seat can be adjusted beyond that (forward), a custom stationary part can be ordered. If using a GM style buckle, the length is non-adjustable. If using a lift-latch, you can adjust the length of stationary side.

The key point on the stationary side is that when latched, the buckle sits by the hip area. If the stationary side is too long, it may latch more towards the center of the body. If this occurs, it can make the shoulder strap non-operable and the occupant can slide out of belt. If the stationary strap needs to be adjustable, only certain styles of latches can be used.

Thanks again
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