3-point retractable seat belts

[Richard Cranium]

I've searched the forum & looked at different threads on this subject, but what I have found hasn't convinced me one way or the other as to whose belts are the best. Here are four that I have found. Any and all input is appreciated.




1968-1970 Mopar B Body 3-Pt Seat Belt Kit, Bucket

Auto Replacement Seat Belts

3 Point Retractable Lap & Shoulder Seatbelts

Dodge Replacement Seat Belts - SeatbeltPlanet | Replacement Seat Belts

 

[redchihuahua2004]

 

[snakeoil24]

Ihave a brand new set3 point in black f you need for front in black made by seat blets plus try em if you like 120.00

 

[slepr1]

Stay away from Seatbelt Planet. They don't stand behind their mistakes and will make you pay to fix their mistakes. BTW, the universal seatbelt retractors are China junk. They retract way to fast at first, then slow down and stop before they are fully retracted.

 

[qkcuda]

I used the Wesco belts on my Barracuda, and was happy with them.

 

[Richard Cranium]

I used the Wesco belts on my Barracuda, and was happy with them.

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Thanks for the picture.

I see where the retractor is mounted & is there a bracket that comes with the kit? I've seen some belt kits that have a "drop down" piece that attaches to the mount on the roof rail. Does yours have that because it almost looks like the chest belt would come across your neck.

 

[qkcuda]

I made a bracket to mount the retractor to the rear floor. I saw the drop down piece you mentioned, but honestly the belt fit fine in my car without it. I think it might be needed in trucks or sedans with a higher roof.

 

[Richard Cranium]

I made a bracket to mount the retractor to the rear floor. I saw the drop down piece you mentioned, but honestly the belt fit fine in my car without it. I think it might be needed in trucks or sedans with a higher roof.

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The belt doesn't ride up on your neck?

 

[qkcuda]

I never had an issue. This is the only picture I could find of me belted in the car. I guess you could always order the extension, and then decide whether you need it or not.

 

[slepr1]

I've seen some belt kits that have a "drop down" piece that attaches to the mount on the roof rail. Does yours have that because it almost looks like the chest belt would come across your neck.

They call that a 'shoulder loop'. I bought the extended one because that's what my car came with and I thought it would save my shoulder. The junky universal retractor doesn't like the shoulder loop and acts like a brake. So frustrating. I'm thinking of sending in my original seatbelts to get re-webbed with another company.

 

[Kern Dog]

Thanks for the picture.

I see where the retractor is mounted & is there a bracket that comes with the kit? I've seen some belt kits that have a "drop down" piece that attaches to the mount on the roof rail. Does yours have that because it almost looks like the chest belt would come across your neck.

 

[Kern Dog]

I bought 3 point belts from XV Motorsports. They have that drop down "sash" that does help align the belt to rest across the chest and not the neck.
You're tall so it isn't as much of an issue but the shorter people will still have some trouble with the belt near the neck.
The factory seat belts in the mid 70s Mopars had that drop down sash too. They really do help.

 

[Dennis H]

XV here. Mixed results. Retractors don’t play well with late model seat trim. Retractor forced to angle back so it needs “help every time you try to stow it. A PIA. Unavoidable and no answers. Been in for ten years. Better than the factory 2 piece, and better than lap only.

 

[AFT1973]

Does anyone know if there is a factory shoulder belt anchor point in a ‘73 RR? If so where is it located?

 

[Richard Cranium]

I'm revisiting this thread because it's time for me to order some belts. I like the XV Motorsports belts that Kerndog has, but their website says that they are no longer available.

Has anyone got any additional input since this thread was posted in9/23?

 

[Outlawd]

I got a set from Seatbeltsplus. They fit great and have the drop sash so it doesn't strangle you around the neck. Look good also.