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Old 07-10-2018, 11:48 AM   #3
Lona
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Default Re: Seat Belts for the Rumble Seat - '31 Roadster

I have lap belts and a front rain rail cushion in my '31 rumble seat and also use an adjustable winch strap to hold the lid open. Have 3 point retractables in the cab too but I agree with Badpuppy, you would have to find a way to rigidly hold the lid open if you want shoulder belts. Even then, the strap would have to go from the shoulder straight down behind the lid to the frame. That setup is an invitation for a crushed spine in an accident and not recommended by belt manufacturers. Rumble riding is dangerous but my feeling is lap belts and rain rail cushions are the best we can do and shoulder belts are out of the question.

Glen
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