Seats
02-10-2019, 09:20 PM
#1
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Seats
I am starting to get into autocross with my stock GT3, but I have quickly run into a limitation.
I’m 5’ 10” and 150 lbs. The stock GT3 seat’s lateral support isn’t the issue (I think), but I keep sliding forward in the seat.
I have the seat bottom tilted up as far as it goes and the back up so my arms are at the correct position, but find myself constantly correcting my seat position throughout the course. That costs valuable time.
One solution is a better seat, but that bumps me out of the stock PCA class. Not sure if there is another option. Any suggestions?
One
I’m 5’ 10” and 150 lbs. The stock GT3 seat’s lateral support isn’t the issue (I think), but I keep sliding forward in the seat.
I have the seat bottom tilted up as far as it goes and the back up so my arms are at the correct position, but find myself constantly correcting my seat position throughout the course. That costs valuable time.
One solution is a better seat, but that bumps me out of the stock PCA class. Not sure if there is another option. Any suggestions?
One
02-10-2019, 09:58 PM
#2
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possibly "stock" euro GT3 seats and harnesses to hold you in place most effectively???????
or
try a device called a GLock (I think) that locks your existing 3 point harness around you.
I'm surprised that your region makes you take points for safety equipment.
everytime I do an event with stock 3 points, my back hurts from holding myself in position by using lottsa force on the dead pedal.
good luck.
Craig
or
try a device called a GLock (I think) that locks your existing 3 point harness around you.
I'm surprised that your region makes you take points for safety equipment.
everytime I do an event with stock 3 points, my back hurts from holding myself in position by using lottsa force on the dead pedal.
good luck.
Craig
02-11-2019, 08:42 AM
#4
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Thread Starter
possibly "stock" euro GT3 seats and harnesses to hold you in place most effectively???????
or
try a device called a GLock (I think) that locks your existing 3 point harness around you.
I'm surprised that your region makes you take points for safety equipment.
everytime I do an event with stock 3 points, my back hurts from holding myself in position by using lottsa force on the dead pedal.
good luck.
Craig
or
try a device called a GLock (I think) that locks your existing 3 point harness around you.
I'm surprised that your region makes you take points for safety equipment.
everytime I do an event with stock 3 points, my back hurts from holding myself in position by using lottsa force on the dead pedal.
good luck.
Craig
02-11-2019, 03:02 PM
#5
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possibly "stock" euro GT3 seats and harnesses to hold you in place most effectively???????
or
try a device called a GLock (I think) that locks your existing 3 point harness around you.
I'm surprised that your region makes you take points for safety equipment.
everytime I do an event with stock 3 points, my back hurts from holding myself in position by using lottsa force on the dead pedal.
good luck.
Craig
or
try a device called a GLock (I think) that locks your existing 3 point harness around you.
I'm surprised that your region makes you take points for safety equipment.
everytime I do an event with stock 3 points, my back hurts from holding myself in position by using lottsa force on the dead pedal.
good luck.
Craig
+1. Used this when I started doing track days in a street car, many moons ago.
https://store.windingroad.com/cg-loc...dd-on-p49.aspx
02-13-2019, 06:32 PM
#6
I am starting to get into autocross with my stock GT3, but I have quickly run into a limitation.
I’m 5’ 10” and 150 lbs. The stock GT3 seat’s lateral support isn’t the issue (I think), but I keep sliding forward in the seat.
I have the seat bottom tilted up as far as it goes and the back up so my arms are at the correct position, but find myself constantly correcting my seat position throughout the course. That costs valuable time.
One solution is a better seat, but that bumps me out of the stock PCA class. Not sure if there is another option. Any suggestions?
One
I’m 5’ 10” and 150 lbs. The stock GT3 seat’s lateral support isn’t the issue (I think), but I keep sliding forward in the seat.
I have the seat bottom tilted up as far as it goes and the back up so my arms are at the correct position, but find myself constantly correcting my seat position throughout the course. That costs valuable time.
One solution is a better seat, but that bumps me out of the stock PCA class. Not sure if there is another option. Any suggestions?
One
I ran mine with the stock sliders, brey krause side plates, and the 3 point belts for a long time and it was great at the track (my local track has a small, tight configuration like an autocross). I guess you could do the factory side plates also if that is required to stay legal (Price and Part Number Here).
It offers a HUGE upgrade at the track as you don't need to constantly jam your left leg against the deadpedal to hold yourself in place. The 6-3 sport seats look reasonably supportive, but the side bolsters are really just a pad with no "structure" under them and I felt like they folded over quite easily.
Changing seats was one of the first things I did after taking the car to the track initially and realizing the deficiencies of the “comfort spec” seats. It was a straightforward install. Unfortunately this route will probably be pricier than an aftermarket Recaro/Sparco/etc., but if it keeps you legal in class because they are "factory parts", then you are getting value for your money.
Factory Buckets with 3 Point Belts:
02-14-2019, 08:50 AM
#7
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Thanks. OEM GT3 seats would be the ultimate fix, as far as I'm concerned.
I need to speak to one of our local chapter sponsors and see what he recommends.
I need to speak to one of our local chapter sponsors and see what he recommends.