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11-27-2014, 09:50 AM | #1 |
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Schroth Quick-Fit Pro: Some questions
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I'm looking to pick up a pair of Quick-Fit Pros* for the track. I was looking at getting them through HMS Motorsport (http://www.hmsmotorsport.com/store/s...ck-fit-pro-bmw) and have some questions: 1) I get the impression that there is one or two anchor straps that most people generally leave installed full time. True? If so, that might dictate what color straps I go with. 2) Are the "harness pads" worth it? I don't mind adding them on, but not if they are going to bunch up or get in the way. 3) What in gods name are the "harness grips"? I can't seem to find pics of those online? Useful or not? *Obviously I'll only need one for myself, but figured I should probably get one for the instructors inevitably riding in my car. I'm guessing it would be a dick move to have a sweet QFP for myself while my instructor is relegated to the factory belt. |
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for me i never removed the harness and just used it all the time on the street as well until switching to regular full 6 point harness.
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11-27-2014, 10:10 AM | #3 |
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I too just leave the anchors in. I'll occasionally grab the harness and use it for daily driving..........Phil
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up to you neither is essential. if you have hans then no on the pads also.
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Some clubs require that both the driver and instructor/passenger have the same seats & restraints.
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Other problem is that more and more clubs are banning the use of 4 point restraints at their DE events. I have this system and like it but the last two outings they weren't permitted.
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Most HPDE organizations require equal restraints for the driver and passenger. |
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Pads and grips are not at all necessary IMO. I have never had any issues running them on the track with the more low key organizations. I have never ran with pca or bmwcca so I can't speak to their rules.
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The Schroth's are fine as a 4-pt harness because they have the anti-submarine design and the one strap elongates in a crash so if you roll and the roof comes in you don't break your neck. Other 4-pt harnesses do not.
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11-28-2014, 09:54 AM | #15 |
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Well one way around this particularly if you are solo is to do tech with stock belts but then install them prior to your run group. Not that I endorse that, but I've done it a couple times. Works most of the time but then one other time I was told by the track crew (the ones checking the armbands) to remove the belts and then get back in line.
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The unique thing about the Schroth quick fit harnesses (not the rallye's) is they are DOT tested for each car. If stock belts pass then schroth quick fits will pass.
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Didn't know that!
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PCA National policy allows them, CCA is YMMV
I would unclip harnesses when not in use. They degrade over time with exposure to sun. If you have a HANS, spend the extra for the Pro and you won't need pads. |
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Are these strictly for stock seats, or can you use them with fixed back seats- like Recaro Pole Positions?
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Yes they'll work with these seats.........Phil
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PCA rulebook specifically allows the Quikfits, as does BMWCCA A club that allows 3 point belts has to allow the 4 point as per DOT they are as safe as the 3 points. |
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