I'm ordering a pair of Sparco Evo's but I'm having trouble choosing which harness to go with. How are the 4 point Fixed catch Clubman harness? EEC approved with push button release buckle, $80? Is it worth paying $200+ for 4 point Professional rally/saloon harness. Aircraft quick release buckle, 3" shoulder straps and lap straps. FIA approved? Or is there some other Harnesses I should look at ....Takata's?

 

get a roll bar and proceed with a 5 pt or higher harness so you dont go submarining.

and for a harness that will need replacing every 2 years or so, better try your luck with something more affordable than takatas. SABELT does the job.


[Modified by Soup ****, 4:20 PM 7/10/2002]

 

how much are they?

 

Harnesses are usually acceptable/good for about 5 years after the date of manufacture.

 

really? i thought most regulatory bodies require harnesses no more than 2 years old..

 

Where is a good/affordable place to purchase harnesses?

 

For Sabelts:
http://www.racerwholesale.com

For Sparcos:
http://www.upracing.com

*Note: You will have to buy the appropriate mounting hardware separately. Sparco and Sabelt belt construction is the same...if you don't mind red, you can get the Sabelts for $109. If you do mind red, then you have to get Sparcos which are about $170. I got the Sparcos.

 

No Soup For You!!

I do believe SCCA is 5 years from the date of manufacture.
That is, unless you "use" them.

Another thing, it might be that Sparco and Sabelt are made by the same company.


[Modified by Zygspeed, 9:08 PM 7/10/2002]

 

 

Yes, they are identical except for the company name that happens to get stitched on the belts...

 

I used to sell both Sabelt and Sparco 4 points but not anymore. Schroths are much better IMHO... http://www.soloracer.com/schroth.html

FYI: I only recommend using them for autocross. I wouldnt use them on the street or road course unless you have rollover protection. Alot of guys seem to use the Schroths in show cars too.


[Modified by Brett@SoloRacer.com, 7:12 PM 7/10/2002]

 

I was looking into Schroth before I got my Sparco... Both offer 3" lap and shoulder belts. So what makes Schroth so much better? I wanted to get them, but for an extra $70, I couldn't justify it. They will both hold you in...

 

jeez... Brett loves schroth... we know, we know...



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If you can, get 3" lap and shoulder belts, they're alot more "comfortable" if you hit something!!! Plus 5 point is way better than 4 for more than just the submarining thing, the extra strap keeps the belts in a much better (lower) position and stops them riding up.

Sam

 

Awsome, thanks for all the help. I'll let you know what I choose and post some picks of the evo's. I'm ordering them tomorrow ...oh yea : ): )
Thanks again,
Luke