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[uppster]

Originally Posted by HO455

You might try adjusting the attitude (angle) of the retractors. I had to shim a set I installed in an 51 AD so they would quit tightening up as I drove. I discovered that if I adjusted them too far they would lock up like yours are doing. There is a pretty small sweet spot that has no issues. And if the truck gets parked on the wrong incline they lock up when you try to put them on. When that happens I usually just drive to a flat spot to put the belt on.
Maybe this will help you.

I don't quite understand exactly what you mean, but hearing your explanation I am going to try to figure that out. Thanks a lot

[HO455]

Originally Posted by uppster

I don't quite understand exactly what you mean, but hearing your explanation I am going to try to figure that out. Thanks a lot

It's been over 25 years ago so forgive me for not recalling the details. Basically the retractors were installed at an angle in the donor vehicle and when I transplanted them in the truck I didn't match that angle and as a result they didn't operate correctly. It took some trial and error with the mounts to get the retractors at the proper angle for proper operation.

Apologies to the OP I just cannot stop hijacking this thread.

[hevy_chevy67]

Originally Posted by HO455

It's been over 25 years ago so forgive me for not recalling the details. Basically the retractors were installed at an angle in the donor vehicle and when I transplanted them in the truck I didn't match that angle and as a result they didn't operate correctly. It took some trial and error with the mounts to get the retractors at the proper angle for proper operation.

Apologies to the OP I just cannot stop hijacking this thread.

Haha, all good. I found my seats so I'm all set.

[HO455]

Good deal. Keep us posted on how the installation goes.