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  1. 10th May 2007, 01:38 AM #1
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    The driver's side retractable seatbelt on my 96 Suzuki Vitara V6 was badly damaged today rendering the vehicle unroadworthy... one dishlicker is VERY unpopular!! . Suzuki have none in stock in Australia and it will be 2 weeks before they can get one from Japan ($458.99 + fitting ). I know it's illegal to fit belts from vehicles that have been involved in an accident, but does that law also apply to belts from vehicles that are just dismantled for spare parts? If not, where might I find one? Or are there any other alternatives?
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  3. 10th May 2007, 08:43 AM #2
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    Most belts are similar. Supercheap or Autobarn have probably got them.
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  4. 10th May 2007, 08:56 AM #3
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    Yep they come with several types of fittings.
    Lucky you dont own a car with pretensioning... very cheap they are
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  5. 10th May 2007, 09:41 AM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by WoodGirl View Post
    If not, where might I find one? Or are there any other alternatives?
    Try a local car wrecker, they are bound to have one.


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  6. 10th May 2007, 09:56 AM #5
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    Not sure if it applies to all states, but it is illegal for wreckers to sell seatbelts - even from good cars.

    However, if you ask them nicely, you'll find most will.

    I would visit repco or another retailer, as they will have a list of suppliers who can do a local replacement. There are companies who redo belts for muscle cars & classics, and they should be able to do yours.
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    We have a suzuki grand vitara 2003 model.
    dog ate rear seat belts
    will look for address etc i got 2 new for $100' each.
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    Found it
    Hemco industries. Ballerat vic 3353
    Phone 03 53341011
    Most helpfull company.

    www.hemco.com.au
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    So what is it with dogs & Vitara seat belts? Just interested, as I'm considering getting a dog & a Vitara.
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  10. 10th May 2007, 03:18 PM #9
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    Quote Originally Posted by mixin View Post
    Not sure if it applies to all states, but it is illegal for wreckers to sell seatbelts - even from good cars.
    Must be an NSW thing again. Never had any problems getting replacement seat belts here from the wreckers.


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  11. 10th May 2007, 05:02 PM #10
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    The local crash repairer told me it is illegal in SA to sell or fit secondhand belts, and that they fit only original belts because no modifications are required. I have found a local garage that is happy for me to purchase a universal belt and they will do the installation ... thankyou ptc for your help

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    So what is it with dogs & Vitara seat belts? Just interested, as I'm considering getting a dog & a Vitara.
    All Vitara seatbelts are Schmako flavoured

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    working on cars is like wood work have a go yourself two bolts hold a seat belt in
    smile and the world will smile with you
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    NEVER buy original equipment, unless you are feeling wealthy, as stated go to Supercheap or a similar outlet and buy both parts and bolt straight in, just make sure it is the same coupling so it is not too obvious.
    Stupidity kills. Absolute stupidity kills absolutely.
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