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  1. 11-15-2015, 11:27 AM #1
    portiapete
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    Recoiling Seat Belt

    Is there a way to fix a built-in recoiling seat belt mechanism in a 72 coupe? Half the time it has to be coaxed to pull the belt out and the other half of the time it will not re-coil the belt. Is it a matter of lubrication? Any thoughts?
    Steve Hoskins

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  2. 11-16-2015, 02:27 PM #2
    Jim Breazeale
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    Quote Originally Posted by portiapete View Post
    Is there a way to fix a built-in recoiling seat belt mechanism in a 72 coupe? Half the time it has to be coaxed to pull the belt out and the other half of the time it will not re-coil the belt. Is it a matter of lubrication? Any thoughts?
    Your belt material is probably worn and starting too curl up. When that happens the belt will not retract properly. Just a sign of age.

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  3. 11-18-2015, 01:06 AM #3
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    Open the widest of the two plastic covers and you will find the lock/retract wheel. Pull the webbing and see what is going on. If you are lucky it just needs lubrication...

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  4. 11-18-2015, 02:11 PM #4
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    Did the 72 come with retractable belts ? I have a set of fixed ones on my 72 and they annoy the $%#$% out of me... I wouldn't mind a swap if something's being repro'ed !
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  5. 11-18-2015, 02:26 PM #5
    Jim Breazeale
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    Quote Originally Posted by Greg D. View Post
    Did the 72 come with retractable belts ? I have a set of fixed ones on my 72 and they annoy the $%#$% out of me... I wouldn't mind a swap if something's being repro'ed !
    Yes, they were an option. It is easy to fit your car with inertia reel seat belts. Yes, the fixed belts are a pain in the butt.

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