Retractable harness - Does it comply?

[kiwimini]

I've done a search online and in the forum and I can't find a clear answer.

I understand that having fixed harnesses in a vehicle requires certification and a MSNZ authority card. 

I am currently building a mini (half cage + race seats with rears removed) that will be used for the odd event, however, it will also be road going and I do not want to do a full cage and go down the MSNZ authority card route. 

Would a retractable harness comply with seatbelt regulations or would this considered a harness and the standard rules apply? 

Example: Corbeau Retractable Harness (link)

Thanks for the help. 

[Chris]

Nov 10, 2020 8:23:29 GMT 12 kiwimini said:

I've done a search online and in the forum and I can't find a clear answer.

I understand that having fixed harnesses in a vehicle requires certification and a MSNZ authority card. 

I am currently building a mini (half cage + race seats with rears removed) that will be used for the odd event, however, it will also be road going and I do not want to do a full cage and go down the MSNZ authority card route. 

Would a retractable harness comply with seatbelt regulations or would this considered a harness and the standard rules apply? 

Example: Corbeau Retractable Harness (link)

Thanks for the help. 

Hi Kiwimini

Only scratch built vehicles or vehicles with an appropriate motorsport authority card may be fitted with a seatbelt harness. 

Cheers

Chris