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Old Sep 26, 2014 | 08:45 AM
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Replacing the stock seatbelts?

Searched but was surprised not to find anything.

After 20 years the stock seatbelts in these cars should have all mostly expired by now. Does anyone know what's involved in sourcing replacements or doing the install?
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Old Sep 26, 2014 | 12:04 PM
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Dealer is your only option if you don't want something that's 20 yrs old

That said, i've never heard of stock seatbelts going bad with age. Visable sign of frayng (from heat, use, etc.) maybe, but just age....
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Old Sep 26, 2014 | 12:12 PM
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Could always get some schroth harnesses
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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 03:57 PM
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The install is pretty easy, you just need to remove some of the plastic from the interior. Then its held in by 3 bolts I think. A big one on the floor, and another couple on the mechanism i think.

You cant pass your safety check here in NZ if your seat belts are frayed (they dont expire with time here though). I had to replace mine at my last check. I purchased some good condition second hand ones. Job done.
There is a little electric plug on them aswell, I had to solder the old plug onto the new seat belt as the electrical connectors were different.

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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 08:30 PM
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If you're only concerned about age... you can search for a set of belts off a JDM 2002 RX-7 - at least that buys you ~10 years.
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Old Sep 30, 2014 | 11:12 AM
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Guys, check your belts. Look under the soft fabric cover near the bottom of each belt where they bolt down to the floor near the door. You'll see a red REPLACE BELT tab that should have become visible by now.
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Old Sep 30, 2014 | 11:20 AM
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As far as I know, time doesn't erode seatbelts. The "replace belt" should show up after an accident where the belt was subjected to a load.

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Old Sep 30, 2014 | 11:25 AM
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i checked the seat belts for a 1993 model in black, and they are still available new, and the price is reasonable.
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