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Old 10-18-2010, 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark Thompson View Post
In cars where you lay partially flat, like low mid-engine cars, the crotch belt (or submarine harness) serves a clear purpose in a frontal impact. In a car where you sit bolt upright (like a "cobra") it seems the belt serves no purpose. The Kirkham comes with one installed, but I always tuck it under the seat and wear the standard 4 point harness. Any views on this?

Mark
Mark - Agree. For street driving, it's more of a hassle and probably won't play much of a role in a wreck. For track driving, it could be a benefit from the standpoint of eliminating any potential lateral movement.
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