Drivers suit, is one better than another? why? |
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Drivers suit, is one better than another? why? |
GaroldShaffer |
Jan 7 2008, 11:08 PM
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You bought another 914? Group: Benefactors Posts: 7,622 Joined: 27-June 03 From: Portage, IN Member No.: 865 Region Association: None |
Ok, I have the cart way before the horse since I don't have the new (to me) Track car back togeher yet, but I have been looking at driver suits. Seems you can spend as little as $200 to well over 1K for one. So is there one brand that is better than another? What do I really need to look for when buying a driver suit? My 914 is an open car if that matters or not.
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woobn8r |
Jan 15 2008, 04:22 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 607 Joined: 7-January 07 From: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 7,435 Region Association: None |
Check your rule book for a safety number (sfi). Around here 3 layers is mandatory.
Most people opt for a 2 layer suit with full underwear as you can wash the underwear and the suit requires less cleanings. 3 layer suits arte also "stiffer" and restrict movement a wee bit more.... Quilting makes the suit more resiliant to wear and "wear out" from cleanings. Some 3 layer suits have a "quick dry" lining...lotsa $$$ and still requires more trips to the cleaners than a 2+1 arrangement. Extra costs can be incurred for expandable panels in the shoulders, lower back and other areas, (but, these panels greatly improve comfort). Other extras for a soft collar, shiney outer material, colours/stripes, epaulettes, embroidery etc.... I have always had a tailored suit, and if you plan on spending any time in it at all, it is well worth the extra. |
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