Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
(OP)
Ok folks,
I'm shopping for a new car and it seems like the receiver part for the seatbelt is much shorter on the new cars than on the current cars we have(2012 and 2013 models). I've tried several models of Honda and Ford. The current length means that the seatbelt buckle digs hard into my hip, no matter what position the seat is in.
So: two questions...
1. Why are the seatbelt buckle receivers shorter now? and
2. Is there a way to extend this or switch it out for an older model's longer receiver?
Cheers from structural-land!
I'm shopping for a new car and it seems like the receiver part for the seatbelt is much shorter on the new cars than on the current cars we have(2012 and 2013 models). I've tried several models of Honda and Ford. The current length means that the seatbelt buckle digs hard into my hip, no matter what position the seat is in.
So: two questions...
1. Why are the seatbelt buckle receivers shorter now? and
2. Is there a way to extend this or switch it out for an older model's longer receiver?
Cheers from structural-land!
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RE: Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
2. You can't be the only person with the problem. Your dealer should be able to provide you with an extender.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
TTFN (ta ta for now)
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RE: Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
The portion of the restraint system connecting the latch to structure is not adjustable like the belt strap section is. Making sure the belt strap is positioned properly for every size/shape passenger to prevent them from sliding forward under the lap belt during a frontal impact is a big concern.
RE: Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
RE: Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
TTFN (ta ta for now)
I can do absolutely anything. I'm an expert! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKorP55Aqvg
FAQ731-376: Eng-Tips.com Forum Policies forum1529: Translation Assistance for Engineers
RE: Seatbelt buckle receiver length question
Cheers
Greg Locock
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