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flotowngtm
07-29-2013, 03:21 AM
I already have the Tillett seats that are Hans compatible and will be getting a harness that's Hans compatible also as I have a bad neck.
Now I am not a racer so I really don't know what the difference is between SFI and FIA ratings. All of the belts that I have been looking at are either or. But what is the difference?
As far as the 5 or 6 point. I have read that a few tracks recommend 6 point belts if the driver is seated up to 30 degrees. But not required. Anyone have any insight to the differences between the 5 and 6 point? Besides the obvious.

CHOTIS BILL
07-29-2013, 09:00 AM
The main differences between SFI and FIA ratings is the material used in making the belts. In my opinion the FIA belts are much better and are rated for 5 years service and the SFI are only rated for 3 years service by SFI and SCCA anyway. My favorite belts are Schroth and I am looking at 4 point for street use. The SFI belts seemed to always loosen up durring a race and and the FIA belts never did. SCCA required 6 point harness but I mounted the 2 subs belt at the same location.
http://www.schrothracing.com/tuning/rallye/rallye-4

Bill Lomenick