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Seat Belt Resto, Not the normal question |
bbrock |
Nov 16 2018, 10:57 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
I'm going to send my belts to SafetyRestore for re-webbing, but first I need to refresh the hardware. Anyone know what finish is used on the chrome(ish) retainers (on the right below)? I can't tell if it is a low level chrome plating or bright zinc. I think chrome which I can have done relatively local.
Also, the tags are missing from my belts. I want to replace so the re-webbers can sew them in. Before I follow the route this guy on the Bird did, doesn't anyone know of a source for reproductions? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/forums.pelicanparts.com-20845-1542221984.1.jpg) http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911...t-belt-tag.html Finally, which is correct and where does the triangle sticker go? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/car-bone.pl-20845-1542221985.2.jpg) or (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/cdn.shopify.com-20845-1542221986.3.JPG) |
Tom_T |
Nov 16 2018, 11:15 AM
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TMI.... Group: Members Posts: 8,318 Joined: 19-March 09 From: Orange, CA Member No.: 10,181 Region Association: Southern California |
I'm going to send my belts to SafetyRestore for re-webbing, but first I need to refresh the hardware. Anyone know what finish is used on the chrome(ish) retainers (on the right below)? I can't tell if it is a low level chrome plating or bright zinc. I think chrome which I can have done relatively local. Also, the tags are missing from my belts. I want to replace so the re-webbers can sew them in. Before I follow the route this guy on the Bird did, doesn't anyone know of a source for reproductions? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/forums.pelicanparts.com-20845-1542221984.1.jpg) http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911...t-belt-tag.html Finally, which is correct and where does the triangle sticker go? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/car-bone.pl-20845-1542221985.2.jpg) or (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/cdn.shopify.com-20845-1542221986.3.JPG) Brent - 1. - The upper belt holder loops are chrome 74-76 MYs (earlier cars used a flat plat with slot which was Cad plated for others reading here), as are the insertion tabs for the buckle unit. Being interior parts, they're probably not a full-on Triple Plating (Copper-Nickel-Chrome), as was done on the bumpers. And they're not "low level Chrome" - just 45 years old! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) 2. - I don't know of anyone making the repro belt tags, so if the the Pelican forum guy has a workable solution, maybe share it in the O&H Forum as a new topic on "Repro Plates, Decals, Markings & Labels" where we can also add other repro's - like SoCalAndy/Andy T's repro VIN Stickers & the "Press" decals. Hopefully the new O&H Mod can then make it a "Nailed Topic" for O&H. If anyone else has a source(s) for repro tags, please also post here & in that above noted TBD "Repro Plates, Decals, Markings & Labels" O&H topic. 3. - I'd say that the darker brighter Orange rectangular "PRESS" one is closest to original - so use that type (they fade over time with sun exposure, & whomever made the lighter orange ones probably used a faded one for the color sample). They were originally a tad lighter than the 914 Phoenix Red (Blood Orange) paint color. AFAIK those triangle ones don't go on any 914s, & may be for VW &/or AUDIs of the day. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Tom /////// |
bbrock |
Nov 16 2018, 12:07 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Thanks Tom (or should I say... Mr. Moderator (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) )
Poor terminology on "low level chrome." What I meant was industrial chrome as opposed to triple plated. The finish looks much closer to that to me. I may have a couple leads on seat belt labels I found just now on the Early 911S Registry forum. I emailed the Pelican person to see if he had files he is willing to share. If not, it isn't an easy process and requires chasing down fonts and a lot of tweaking. I was thinking the same thing on sticker colors. The darker ones are from Carbone but others sell similar. What got me curious was that the orange and yellow triangles is on the Aase Sales site and they claim, "Proper color, best production out there"in the description. Carbone lists their stickers for 72-73 911/914 belts and Aase just claims for 72-73 911. I like Carbone's price a lot better. I wondered if the triangle sticker was placed somewhere they quickly fell off and were lost. I have seen them before but that doesn't mean much. I'm confused by something though. Why do you say these stickers get sun faded? You mean my bleached peach buttons aren't factory fresh? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
dr914@autoatlanta.com |
Nov 16 2018, 01:04 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 7,817 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None |
Tom our moderator really takes the time to learn his 914 stuff, and gives the most accurate information
Thanks Tom (or should I say... Mr. Moderator (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) ) Poor terminology on "low level chrome." What I meant was industrial chrome as opposed to triple plated. The finish looks much closer to that to me. I may have a couple leads on seat belt labels I found just now on the Early 911S Registry forum. I emailed the Pelican person to see if he had files he is willing to share. If not, it isn't an easy process and requires chasing down fonts and a lot of tweaking. I was thinking the same thing on sticker colors. The darker ones are from Carbone but others sell similar. What got me curious was that the orange and yellow triangles is on the Aase Sales site and they claim, "Proper color, best production out there"in the description. Carbone lists their stickers for 72-73 911/914 belts and Aase just claims for 72-73 911. I like Carbone's price a lot better. I wondered if the triangle sticker was placed somewhere they quickly fell off and were lost. I have seen them before but that doesn't mean much. I'm confused by something though. Why do you say these stickers get sun faded? You mean my bleached peach buttons aren't factory fresh? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
Biggles |
Nov 17 2018, 06:05 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 191 Joined: 5-September 13 From: UK Member No.: 16,353 Region Association: England |
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Rob-O |
Nov 17 2018, 07:27 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,251 Joined: 5-December 03 From: Mansfield, TX Member No.: 1,419 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I'm going to send my belts to SafetyRestore for re-webbing, but first I need to refresh the hardware. Anyone know what finish is used on the chrome(ish) retainers (on the right below)? I can't tell if it is a low level chrome plating or bright zinc. I think chrome which I can have done relatively local. Also, the tags are missing from my belts. I want to replace so the re-webbers can sew them in. Before I follow the route this guy on the Bird did, doesn't anyone know of a source for reproductions? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/forums.pelicanparts.com-20845-1542221984.1.jpg) http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911...t-belt-tag.html Finally, which is correct and where does the triangle sticker go? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/car-bone.pl-20845-1542221985.2.jpg) or (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/cdn.shopify.com-20845-1542221986.3.JPG) I made up a load of seat belt labels to match a 1970 belt for my car. I didn’t advertise them as they aren’t quite the right width but the material feels right.if you want some, let me know Too wide? Or too skinny? |
mepstein |
Nov 17 2018, 07:37 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,239 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Thanks for the tip on SafetyRestore. I’m going to give them a try on some fixed belts once I get the hardware re-chromed.
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Biggles |
Nov 17 2018, 07:44 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 191 Joined: 5-September 13 From: UK Member No.: 16,353 Region Association: England |
I'm going to send my belts to SafetyRestore for re-webbing, but first I need to refresh the hardware. Anyone know what finish is used on the chrome(ish) retainers (on the right below)? I can't tell if it is a low level chrome plating or bright zinc. I think chrome which I can have done relatively local. Also, the tags are missing from my belts. I want to replace so the re-webbers can sew them in. Before I follow the route this guy on the Bird did, doesn't anyone know of a source for reproductions? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/forums.pelicanparts.com-20845-1542221984.1.jpg) http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911...t-belt-tag.html Finally, which is correct and where does the triangle sticker go? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/car-bone.pl-20845-1542221985.2.jpg) or (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/cdn.shopify.com-20845-1542221986.3.JPG) I made up a load of seat belt labels to match a 1970 belt for my car. I didn’t advertise them as they aren’t quite the right width but the material feels right.if you want some, let me know Too wide? Or too skinny? A bit too wide, only by about 1/8” so nothing really (I’ve amended my post) but can be cut down with a sharp blade and heat sealed to stop them fraying. That’s what I did to mine and they’re perfect. |
bbrock |
Nov 17 2018, 06:55 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
I made up a load of seat belt labels to match a 1970 belt for my car. I didn’t advertise them as they aren’t quite the right width but the material feels right.if you want some, let me know Very interested! Those look very nice! Was this a one-time batch or is it possible to customize for part number and year? |
rgalla9146 |
Nov 17 2018, 07:31 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,545 Joined: 23-November 05 From: Paramus NJ Member No.: 5,176 Region Association: None |
I made up a load of seat belt labels to match a 1970 belt for my car. I didn’t advertise them as they aren’t quite the right width but the material feels right.if you want some, let me know Very interested! Those look very nice! Was this a one-time batch or is it possible to customize for part number and year? Very interested also ! The labels on my NOS belts installed in 1987 are now soiled and frayed. Especially the drivers. I need four of the 1970 labels exactly as shown. TIA Rory rgalla9146@aol.com |
DickSteinkamp |
Nov 18 2018, 09:34 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 500 Joined: 27-February 17 From: Bellingham, WA Member No.: 20,876 Region Association: None |
Ssnake Oyl does a turn key job on seat belt restoration (including webbing, buckles, stickers, plating, and hardware). You may want to also consider them. I had them restore some Kangol belts on my MGB and they did a great job.
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mepstein |
Nov 18 2018, 11:04 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,239 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Ssnake Oyl does a turn key job on seat belt restoration (including webbing, buckles, stickers, plating, and hardware). You may want to also consider them. I had them restore some Kangol belts on my MGB and they did a great job. Lot's of mixed reviews on Snake oyl. Some good, some bad. |
Larmo63 |
Nov 18 2018, 11:10 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,264 Joined: 3-March 14 From: San Clemente, Ca Member No.: 17,068 Region Association: Southern California |
Try "Stretch," he is the Porsche seat belt guru on 911s.
http://www.early911sregistry.org/forums/sh...at-belt-webbing |
Biggles |
Nov 18 2018, 12:33 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 191 Joined: 5-September 13 From: UK Member No.: 16,353 Region Association: England |
I made up a load of seat belt labels to match a 1970 belt for my car. I didn’t advertise them as they aren’t quite the right width but the material feels right.if you want some, let me know Very interested! Those look very nice! Was this a one-time batch or is it possible to customize for part number and year? Hi, rgalla9146 and others i deleted my original post as i now recall (after several years not looking at these) that only one of these labels (lap strap one side) are completely correct for USA cars with no pin striping. The other one is for European cars (shoulder strap) with pin striping which is correct for my car. |
dlkawashima |
Nov 19 2018, 11:50 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 9,749 Joined: 1-October 10 From: San Jose Member No.: 12,234 Region Association: Northern California |
Finally, which is correct and where does the triangle sticker go? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/car-bone.pl-20845-1542221985.2.jpg) or (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/cdn.shopify.com-20845-1542221986.3.JPG) I have not seen the triangle shaped sticker attached to the receiver of a 914 seat belt but to answer your question, here's a picture from the Aase sales site: (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/cdn.shopify.com-12234-1542649813.1.jpg) |
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