Re: shoulder strap 56 Executive.

Posted by Predictor On 2009/9/27 13:48:21

Firstly, one of my patented snide remarks...who needs airbags when she has silicone bags?

Secondly, there are various lap/shoulder inertia belt configurations...some are anchored at the floor with the reel up high (kinda cumbersome for aftermarket installation on older cars), for our porpoises one which has the reel on the floor would be best---the shoulder level anchor is just along for the ride and allows the belt to freely pass thru it (and actually back down to the reel on the floor).

This style was used in Checkers and many other mid to later 70's American cars.

Major thing to consider is that the point of attachment will in all likelyhood need to be reinforced as sheet metal mounts will fail in an accident. You can use large diameter fender washers (hardened steel or doubled up) or if you want to really go to town, a small piece of flat stock with a nutsert (or welded nut).

Just remember the weak link rule applies: your reinforced mount is only as strong as whatever you've attached it to!