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DRountree · 05-21-2002, 11:45 PM

I know it has been asked before, but couldnt find it. Anybody upgraded to a three point and what did you use that would bolt up without much modification.

Thanks

Don

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68 GMC 3/4 Ton Fleetside 327 AT/400
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mt Al · 05-22-2002, 05:56 AM

I went with Juliano's. You can get three point seat belts and a plate that goes under the cab sheetmetal that spreads the load in case of metalurgical disharmony (a crash).

It was a piece of cake, drill a few holes and bolt it in, but doesn't work with the existing seat belt attachement point. I put in a bench seat out of a '94 when I did mine and like it alot.

LeRoy · 05-22-2002, 10:29 AM

A few have used S-10 seat belts with nice results. Only a little work is needed

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Big69C20 Toy · 05-22-2002, 11:33 AM

I used an 80s series s-10 blazer for my pickup's shoulder belts. it works fine but the only gripe is that the female end is still too dang short and requires a bit more work at bucking up. once i'm in though, it's perdy comfy. I'm sure if i had welding ability i could fab some new bracket or something but that aint happening so i deal with it.

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69 Custom 20, 396BB,Longbed fleetside.
New Oak Bed With SS strips.

Edelbrock performer RPM-O, Edelbrock 750Carb, Headers, HEI, 2 40" glasspacks.
Stereo: Classic-style tape deck/radio, 2 6x9 Cerwin Vega's in doors, 2 10" Neo subs under seats, 1 900 Watt amp.

SN= Ares220 on AIM.

Located in Beautiful Southern Cali or Michigan when i'm at school.

rustfree · 05-22-2002, 02:58 PM

I'll second the Julianno's 3-point setup. They are somewhat expensive but do come with good install instructions. Only thing you need to be aware of is that the belt that comes from behind the seat (male?) comes in different lengths and it is up to you to get the size that fits you right. Measure with seat forward and back also. One other thing is that the buckles are smaller than stock GM therefore don't look anything like original.

Pumkin Truck · 05-22-2002, 03:09 PM

I have converted my lap belts to a three point setup and decided to go with a kit from brothers. It was about 200 bucks but it took me longer to get the seat out than install the whole set. THey work great, just keep in mind the price i paid compared to other places prices, sure mine may be a bit high but you get what you pay for, and they work great!

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1969 Gmc swb stepside Wimpy six soon to be a 500cid cadillac!!(as soon as i figure out if it is one?!!!)

Ed ke6bnl · 07-21-2002, 12:45 PM

We just read the recommendations for S10 seat belts and there was a guy parting an s10 was kinda stunned that he had a buyer for the seat belts wanted 20/pair they had some crackes in the plastic that is behind the seat we got them for $15.00. The passenger side was a direct bolt in and the driver side we took a piece of 5/16 bar about 1.5 by 8" and 2 holes one for the existing hole under gas tank and one to bolt the seatbelt return mechanism. Clean install and works fine and has the lap belt for the center passenger.
Thanks all for your suggestions and advice. Ed ke6bnl So. Calif. Agua Dulce.

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Originally posted by Big69C20 Toy
I used an 80s series s-10 blazer for my pickup's shoulder belts. it works fine but the only gripe is that the female end is still too dang short and requires a bit more work at bucking up. once i'm in though, it's perdy comfy. I'm sure if i had welding ability i could fab some new bracket or something but that aint happening so i deal with it.

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69 Custom 20, 396BB,Longbed fleetside.
New Oak Bed With SS strips.

Edelbrock performer RPM-O, Edelbrock 750Carb, Headers, HEI, 2 40" glasspacks.
Stereo: Classic-style tape deck/radio, 2 6x9 Cerwin Vega's in doors, 2 10" Neo subs under seats, 1 900 Watt amp.

SN= Ares220 on AIM.

Located in Beautiful Southern Cali or Michigan when i'm at school.

05-21-2002, 11:45 PM	#1
DRountree Registered User Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Posts: 47	Seatbelt Upgrade Recommendations I know it has been asked before, but couldnt find it. Anybody upgraded to a three point and what did you use that would bolt up without much modification. Thanks Don ------------------ 68 GMC 3/4 Ton Fleetside 327 AT/400 Jacksonville, Fl __________________ 68 GMC 3/4 Ton Fleetside 327 AT/400 Jacksonville, Fl

05-22-2002, 05:56 AM	#2
mt Al Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Bozeman, Montana Posts: 243	I went with Juliano's. You can get three point seat belts and a plate that goes under the cab sheetmetal that spreads the load in case of metalurgical disharmony (a crash). It was a piece of cake, drill a few holes and bolt it in, but doesn't work with the existing seat belt attachement point. I put in a bench seat out of a '94 when I did mine and like it alot. __________________ '72 GMC 1/2T 4x4 1500 Super Custom pickup (current) past rides were: '70 Chev 2wd farm truck '71 GMC 2wd 1/2T 402 nice! '72 Chev 2wd 1/2T 396 '72 GMC 3/4T 4x4 2500 Super Custom suburban. Bozeman, Montana

05-22-2002, 10:29 AM	#3
LeRoy Registered truck nut Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mt. Vernon, Washington, USA Posts: 1,584	A few have used S-10 seat belts with nice results. Only a little work is needed ------------------ MOUNT VERNON, WASH. STATE GOT MY BASES COVERED -Big and bad 70 CST Blazer -71 K5 Blazer, 350, 4spd, 2" lift, 35" BFG mudders, Camo, -Work in progress 72 SWB -72 Cheyenne, lwb, 1/2 ton, 4x4, V8, 4spd. -71, 3/4 ton, 402/400, Custom Camper -69, 2wd, ST6, auto, ghetto lowered, 3/4 ton, LWB, "BOMBER" -69 Chev. short narrow 4x4 -69 Chev., lwb, utility trailer, 35" tires, Add or Delete Daily __________________ MOUNT VERNON, WASH. STATE Need a part? Just PM me

05-22-2002, 11:33 AM	#4
Big69C20 Toy Livin' it up. Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Richland, MI Posts: 2,212	I used an 80s series s-10 blazer for my pickup's shoulder belts. it works fine but the only gripe is that the female end is still too dang short and requires a bit more work at bucking up. once i'm in though, it's perdy comfy. I'm sure if i had welding ability i could fab some new bracket or something but that aint happening so i deal with it. ------------------ 69 Custom 20, 396BB,Longbed fleetside. New Oak Bed With SS strips. Edelbrock performer RPM-O, Edelbrock 750Carb, Headers, HEI, 2 40" glasspacks. Stereo: Classic-style tape deck/radio, 2 6x9 Cerwin Vega's in doors, 2 10" Neo subs under seats, 1 900 Watt amp. SN= Ares220 on AIM. Located in Beautiful Southern Cali or Michigan when i'm at school. __________________ -Greg; Sold the 69 C20. It's off to a better home with more love! Now onto the 86 CUCV M1009; K5 blazer with 6.2L diesel, corp 10 bolt axles, Detroit locker in the rear, trutrac front, 3.73 gears, 35" tires.

05-22-2002, 02:58 PM	#5
rustfree Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Warren, OR , USA Posts: 166	I'll second the Julianno's 3-point setup. They are somewhat expensive but do come with good install instructions. Only thing you need to be aware of is that the belt that comes from behind the seat (male?) comes in different lengths and it is up to you to get the size that fits you right. Measure with seat forward and back also. One other thing is that the buckles are smaller than stock GM therefore don't look anything like original. __________________ 72 swb cheyenne super 350/350 69 cst20 BB longhorn Warren, OR

05-22-2002, 03:09 PM	#6
Pumkin Truck Thats just prime! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: TEXAS Posts: 720	I have converted my lap belts to a three point setup and decided to go with a kit from brothers. It was about 200 bucks but it took me longer to get the seat out than install the whole set. THey work great, just keep in mind the price i paid compared to other places prices, sure mine may be a bit high but you get what you pay for, and they work great! ------------------ 1969 Gmc swb stepside Wimpy six soon to be a 500cid cadillac!!(as soon as i figure out if it is one?!!!) __________________ 69 GMC short bed stepside with a wimpy six that can barely pull itself. 99 Chevrolet Camaro Z-28 1 Bad 5.7ltr LS1



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