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Such cynicism in one so young.........
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No "historic" period has been defined, but wouldn't one expect it to be in line with periods that don't require belts/ROPS etc?
Some HANS devices have come down in price quite a bit recently, trying to find chance to update my web site... |
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I'm assuming you haven't received the 2015 Blue Book yet? So, here is the new regulation as printed:
(e) 10.1(e) An FIA approved FHR device, fitted in remain as a recommendation.accordance with FIA regulations, is: (i) Mandatory for the driver of a Single Seater Racing Car manufactured after 01/01/2000. (ii) Recommended for the driver in all other forms of Circuit Racing. This will be a mandatory requirement from 1st January 2016, with the exception of Period Defined Vehicles which will Period Defined Vehicles are listed in Section B Nomenclature |
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Hans is on my Christmas list, having had a read up, with an FiA seat and harness, posts already drilled in my lid, its a simple job, and I've tried one on already.
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I agree, Joe. As much as I hate the lifing of seats and belts, etc. the HANS thing is sensible. I invested in two earlier this year for the lads driving the Cortina. I couldn't live with myself if anything bad had happened.
One required a new helmet as well but someone (Hedtec?) was doing a deal and I got helmet and HANS at a decent price. The other helmet, a Bell, was already drilled so all I needed there was a post kit and the HANS. |
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Agree. A hans will be on list at end of next year when my perfectly good A/FR is binned..I will try on in car to see what else may need changing.
Lifeing of harnesses really irks me though. N |
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Harnesses stretch, they're supposed to, its in the warp/weft weave . . . they also chafe and wear.
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I'd already decided that it was time to get a FHR before I saw that it was going to be made compulsory. Decision coincided with the package offers from a certain motor racing apparel provider located in Northamptonshire. So I'm now equipped with a nice new Bell open face helmet and Hans device.
I've tried it on in the Grantura and whilst I wouldn't say its the lap of luxury, it maybe wasn't as bad as I expected. Jon with whom I sometimes do 2 driver races has worn one for years and assures me that when the red lights go out you completely forget you 're wearing it. Also tried a few pit stop change fast in and out of car mock-ups (ah the long winter nights etc.) and its certainly more clumsy than without but what price your life? Neil you should be fine with it in your Griffith as you're contending with the same micro sized doors and miniscule cockpit that I am. |
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Alternatives to the HANS.
Are many people considering the "other" approved frontal head restraints - Hybrid and Hybrid Pro?
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Also leaning towards Simpson. But keen to hear of any more first hand experience before investing.
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Also leaning towards Simpson, see testament from Cliff Ryan earlier in this thread.
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I had done a fair bit of homework about 18 months ago into the Simpson range. At that stage they weren't FIA approved, or at least the less expensive ones weren't. About 12 months ago things changed in that regard and I decided to purchase for 2014. As it turned out Mark Higgins was at the Autosport Show and had started importing them. I was bought one there and then on Thursday morning.
My view is that they are fundamentally a better thing than a HANS. They offer side protection, which isn't as important if you have a winged seat, but otherwise it seems a good idea. I am tall and broad chested. I bought the XL Hybrid. Wish I had got custom straps...see below. I got the sliding mount, which enables you to twist your head a little side to side, and I got the quick release ends with the funny dangling yellow straps I bought a trackday M3 to pound around GW before the Members Meeting and used Simpson device in the OMP seat in that car. In the tin top I don't know I was wearing it. It wasn't a drama to belt up (on my own as I haven't got a mechanic). A little practice putting the quick release clips on gets it sorted. Getting out in a hurry is easy In my American 50s sports car, the seating is somewhat primitive. I sit on the floor and against the bulkhead, wedged between the bodyside and the trans tunnel. Not luxury, but the last thing on your mind when worrying about the lack of brakes! My back is rather arched. In this sitting position the device wasn't as much of a success. If you pull your head forward the device slipped under the belts. Having tried various adjustments, and with much help from the suppliers, I concluded that the seat is fundamentally unsuitable. BUT, then I looked at the Simpson range and they have an advanced device from drag racing that has additional straps that run from the centre of the back, around past the kidney to the harness buckle. so I rigged up something similar and hey presto problem solved in the Kurtis I have been mocking up a new seat in a 50s Indy car this month and the Simpson located properly in that car which has a proper seat without an arched back. So in conclusion I am totally happy with my Simpson and would recommend one over a HANS. I think the 2015 models are better than the one I bought. PS If anyone is wondering about the merit of any FHR system, then there is an excellent youtube video of a rally car going into a ditch at 50mph where the navigator has a HANS,,,,,,worth a watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g40YatgE_CE Geraint |
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Thank you Geraint, that's very helpful.
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Oh well having made the decision to purchase a FHR and asked family for vouchers for Christmas took a trip to Wrexham this morning and purchased the Simpson version.
I am seriously struggling to convince the wife of its validity and it is not another case of "All the gear no idea" which she seems to believe I am a founder member of! It is for use in my Cooper 500 which is not and will not be mandatory but think it better to be as safe as I can. Happy New Year to all and safe racing in 2015 Stuart Wright |
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Was very nearly there myself yesterday. Wifey is itching to go there to get my Christmas present (new gloves) but I'm not to keen on spending another £500+ so soon after Christmas!
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I have the Schroth version. Had it for a few years now. At one time it was the only FIA approved device. It does have the disadvantage of getting caught on roll cages when exiting the car. But it seems expensive to junk it in place of the Simpson when it works perfectly well.
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The usual problem of technology improving so rapidly that devices become superseded very quickly! Early adopters are always hit hardest, but at least are able to take advantage of said device.....
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Yes, and lest we forget, there was a non FIA approved device that was promoted a while back. So I'm pleased the Simpson solution has been approved. It also creates a better market place.
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