I have and EK civic w/ Del sol seats. Is it possible to put in racing harnesses, and if so what modifications would I need. I want to do this because I plan on getting a steering wheel w/o an airbag. What type of harness would be the best, I want use of my rear seats and preferably the Sparco brand.

 

what i replied with in the civic forum to your question:

"only put in harnesses if you have a roll-bar/cage. if you dont, have fun trying to live if your car flips. and a harness bar doesnt count."

Brian

 

in any high speed situation, i second that. in an autocross u should be ok

 

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You should also not be using harnesses on the street.....

 

I ONLY use these for autoX, no street driving whatsoever they reside on the floor behind the seat 99.9% of the time.

 

I was wondering if any of you guys could explain the term Submarine in terms of using racing harnesses. I've seen this word tossed around a bit and I was wondering exactly what it was. Thanks!!

 

To submarine, in this context, is to slide under the lap belt. The anti-sub strap is the crotch strap. It is there to ensure the lap belt is located properly across your hips so you don't submarine. It is an important item to have when using harnesses, as the shoulder straps have a tendancy to pull the lap belt up off your hip when tightened.

 

Thanks!!!!! Doesn't sound like too much fun.