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last337
post Dec 27 2012, 06:55 AM
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I would like to replace the seat belts in my car. I have a '73 so it has the recessed spots for shoulder straps. The driver side is intact but someone replaced the passenger with a lap belt. I would like to put two new shoulder belts in place just for safety reasons. Does anyone know of a good vendor? I have seen a bunch around, even some with some 'vintage' looking belts. However, I am not sure exactly what measurements are required to fit the 914.
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last337
post Dec 27 2012, 03:33 PM
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I am trying to figure which, if any, shoulder straps will work. I have both buckles just missing the retractable shoulder strap for the passenger side. I know these repas are fairly rare, just wondering if it is worth salvaging old ones or not.

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post Dec 27 2012, 03:41 PM
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a brand new direct replacement seat set at a low cost would be great but i do not think there is one currently. some use 944 belt system but you have to modify car a bit to make them fit and they are still 20 years old.
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post Dec 27 2012, 03:46 PM
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QUOTE(jimkelly @ Dec 27 2012, 03:41 PM) *

a brand new direct replacement seat set at a low cost would be great but i do not think there is one currently. some use 944 belt system but you have to modify car a bit to make them fit and they are still 20 years old.


Will a regular 3 point system from a seat belt vendor work? I just want something safe for my passenger
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post Dec 27 2012, 11:31 PM
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I used a setup from these guys that worked for a few if us now.

https://www.gotbelts.com/retractable-lap-shoulder-belts/

PCA and POC can be picky about the condition of your belts. Get a kit that works and put the old ones in a box for posterity.
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post Dec 28 2012, 06:52 AM
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QUOTE(yeahmag @ Dec 27 2012, 11:31 PM) *

I used a setup from these guys that worked for a few if us now.

https://www.gotbelts.com/retractable-lap-shoulder-belts/

PCA and POC can be picky about the condition of your belts. Get a kit that works and put the old ones in a box for posterity.


Thanks, I saw those and was thinking of trying one to see how it fit.
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post Dec 28 2012, 07:26 AM
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I purchased a brand new one from Auto Atlanta last year.
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post Dec 28 2012, 01:45 PM
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I did 944 belts (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
MUCH smoother and better
However, it was a bit of work to unravel the whole mechanism to swap the receiver bit (that buckles in) from 914 to 944 (including resewing belt at point it first winds into mechanism) x2.
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post Jan 2 2013, 07:56 PM
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I wanted to follow up on this thread. I called around and talked to steve at Seatbeltplanet.com and he said they had recently made a few replacement belts for several older Porsche models and he already had done a 914 and had all the measurements and mechainism orientation set. I ordered one for $99.95. He said he wasn't sure of hardware for mounting but I have one side intact so I can pull those bolts for matching. I will post pics of them mounted but these are pics he sent beforehand. All in all a good experience so far (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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post Jan 12 2013, 12:23 AM
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Exactly what set did you use? These look pretty good, but they need you to specify dimensions - do you know what they are?

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I used a setup from these guys that worked for a few if us now.

https://www.gotbelts.com/retractable-lap-shoulder-belts/

PCA and POC can be picky about the condition of your belts. Get a kit that works and put the old ones in a box for posterity.
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post Jan 12 2013, 09:35 AM
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QUOTE(last337 @ Jan 2 2013, 08:56 PM) *

I wanted to follow up on this thread. I called around and talked to steve at Seatbeltplanet.com and he said they had recently made a few replacement belts for several older Porsche models and he already had done a 914 and had all the measurements and mechainism orientation set. I ordered one for $99.95. He said he wasn't sure of hardware for mounting but I have one side intact so I can pull those bolts for matching. I will post pics of them mounted but these are pics he sent beforehand. All in all a good experience so far (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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I too have been looking for a replacement seatbelt set - driver side locks up frequently and is getting worse, almost couldn't get the belt out the other.

What's their turn around time and do you have any specific ordering info besides talking to Steve?

Thanks!
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post Jan 13 2013, 09:19 AM
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QUOTE(somd914 @ Jan 12 2013, 10:35 AM) *



I too have been looking for a replacement seatbelt set - driver side locks up frequently and is getting worse, almost couldn't get the belt out the other.

What's their turn around time and do you have any specific ordering info besides talking to Steve?

Thanks!


Try lubricating the belt with scotchguard.
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post Jan 13 2013, 12:10 PM
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I remember a post long ago about cleaning them and scotchguarding them once clean. Does anyone remember who posted that thread?
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post Jan 13 2013, 12:32 PM
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I have an extra set for anyone that is interested; I'll pull the box out and get the info on them tomorrow. I only want the cost to ship them if anyone wants them.
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post Jan 13 2013, 02:40 PM
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I haven't tried the Scotchguard trick since my issue is the inertia lock kicks in when pulling the belt out. It can take numerous attempts to get the belt out. I'm assuming lubricating won't help this, but I could be wrong - been known to happen every now and then...

Stephenaki - PM sent
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post Jan 13 2013, 05:32 PM
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I am really happy with what I got but I'm having a hard time finding the right mounting bolts. I thought they were m12-1.25 but they don't seem to fit. Anyone know the right thread?
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post Jan 13 2013, 07:17 PM
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Threads on bolt are SAE NOT Metric. I am not sure what the deal is.
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post Jan 13 2013, 10:49 PM
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I just had new belts made for my '73 I'm restoring done by seatbelt planet and they look and work great. Used the OEM ends.
Had them done in red to match the car.


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post Jan 13 2013, 10:50 PM
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Sorry for the crappy cell phone picture! Looks really bad blown up!!
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post Jan 13 2013, 11:28 PM
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QUOTE(somd914 @ Jan 13 2013, 12:40 PM) *

I haven't tried the Scotchguard trick since my issue is the inertia lock kicks in when pulling the belt out. It can take numerous attempts to get the belt out. I'm assuming lubricating won't help this, but I could be wrong - been known to happen every now and then...

Stephenaki - PM sent

Got the PM here is the picture of the seat belts. Three point belts, brand new, been sitting in the box for about 2 years.
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