I auto-x my Boxster S and would like to purchase a better seatbelt/shoulder harness. (so that I am not so sore the next day :-) ) Can someone provide advice as to what type and best place to buy one? (in NY area)
Thanks,

 

Kim,

There are a number of different locations that can sell and install harnesses (they come in sets of two, one for each seat). Depends on which compass direction you want to go.

on Long Island: Lynmor Motors, Inc., talk with Chris. 631 421-1133

In Westchester: PAR. New Rochelle. 914 637-8800

In Rockland County (Nyack, NY): DeMan Motorsport (Sparco dealer), ask for Rick. 845 727-3070

In New Jersey: Stable Energies, talk with Laurette (presently on honeymoon). 973-773-3177

I'm not sure if VAS Enterprises sells harnesses, but you'll probably have to get them installed, try them at 516 775-1060 (also on Long Island)

There's more, but I have to answer the phone. Good luck.

Richard
'87 Carrera-3.6L

 

I second the Stable Energies plug: great people, and they sell exceptional equipment. They carry the Deist line of harnesses.

Also: you can check <a href="http://www.racerwholesale.com." target="_blank">www.racerwholesale.com.</a> They have alots of 'non-brand' stuff like G-Force and Autopro. I have a set of G-Force harnesses (6-point) and they work fantastic. Also: for a lot less $$, racerwholesale sells what they call an "Autocross Torso Belt." This wraps around your seat and you (underneath your armpits), and keep you secure in your seat. At something like $20.00, it's a lot cheaper than 5-point or 6-point harnesses. (Harnesses are about $200.00, when you add up all the mounting hardware)

If you're planning on venturing onto the track, the 5/6 point harnesses are the way to go: you can't use the autox torso belt on the track for DE's. But it's excellent (and cheap!) for autox!

-Zoltan.

 

Although not in the NY area, you might also want to talk to the folks at OG Racing. Good people, products, and prices. They're located in Virginia. Web address is <a href="http://www.ogracing.com" target="_blank">www.ogracing.com</a> and phone is (800) 934-9112. I get my M&R harnesses from them. (no affiliation, etc).

 

I used to autocross many years ago until I got on the track and got my stuff at Racer Wholesale. Having a harness will make a big difference in how you drive. You'll no longer be using the steering wheel to stay in your seat. Also when installing them, make sure they go straight over your seat and shoulders and not around your seat. I have the AutoPro brand, with the quick insert/release mechanism. I also like the pull down type vs. the pull up straps, as I feel I can tighten the better.

Jim

 

I has a pair of simpson harnesses in my boxster... made autox much more enjoyable. With a piece by piece order, they drop right in with only having to change 2 bolts, which u can get from a local hardware store.

<a href="http://www.simpsonracing.com/Shop/ShowProduct.asp?category=76&Product=124" target="_blank">http://www.simpsonracing.com/Shop/ShowProduct.asp?category=76&Product=124</a>
<a href="http://www.simpsonracing.com/Shop/ShowProduct.asp?category=80&Product=119" target="_blank">http://www.simpsonracing.com/Shop/ShowProduct.asp?category=80&Product=119</a>
<a href="http://www.simpsonracing.com/Shop/ShowProduct.asp?category=77&Product=104" target="_blank">http://www.simpsonracing.com/Shop/ShowProduct.asp?category=77&Product=104</a>

Those should be the parts you need. Order the camlock and not the latch. They run about $185 per set. There are plenty of other good options out there, these are just the ones I am familiar with. Good Luck.

P.S. Stick with real harnesses in case you want to start doing drivers ed's or any serious events.

 

[quote]Originally posted by Kimi322:
<strong>I auto-x my Boxster S and would like to purchase a better seatbelt/shoulder harness. (so that I am not so sore the next day :-) ) Can someone provide advice as to what type and best place to buy one? (in NY area)
Thanks,</strong><hr></blockquote>

Hi,

Earlier this year, I looked into the same thing for my 911. I ended up with a set of Stroth Rallye 4 belts. I have uesed them in two events so far and it is a pleasure to use my steering wheel only for steering.

The belts are four point and happily coexist with my factory shoulder/lap belt. As a plus, they are DOT approved for street use as well.

I also needed to get a harness bar to ensure that the routing of the belts was correct to avoid a compression injury in the (unlikely) event of an accident. You should check this out as well.

I obtained my parts from Steve Weiner.

Whatever you decide, you will ask yourself why you didn't do it earlier.

 

[quote]Originally posted by HarryD:
<strong>I also needed to get a harness bar to ensure that the routing of the belts was correct to avoid a compression injury in the (unlikely) event of an accident. You should check this out as well.</strong><hr></blockquote>
IIRC, one can use the Boxster's roll bar to attach the shoulder harness to. It won't be the best setup with the stock seats since the harness will need to come around the seat back instead of through it, but it will be better than just the normal 3-point seat belts.
For 911/944/928..etc. cars, a harness bar is necessary, with the shoulder belt attached to the rear seat belt anchor points and looped around the bar. NEVER attach a shoulder harness directly to a harness bar, and never use a shoulder harness that isn't nearly straight horizontally. Shoulder harnesses CAN be attached directly to a rollcage/roll bar, since it is beefier than just a harness bar.

Just my $0.42
-Z.
-Z.