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OHIOSS · 05-31-2011, 04:05 PM

Do any of you have this problem with the seat belt? There is no up/down adjustment like in my other cars. Looking for any suggestions if anyone else is experiencing this like me. If no solution I will buy one of those pads that goes around the belt. I don't like the looks of them so I am hoping someone has a suggestion.

Russ

Dirtdog · 05-31-2011, 04:06 PM

theres a magnetic loop on the side of the seat that keeps it down... unless ur realllly short this should fix it.

blizzpat · 05-31-2011, 04:07 PM

Put it in the magnet hoop.

04Ram2500Hemi · 05-31-2011, 04:09 PM

I fought the magnet hoop for almost a year (not sure why). Now that I'm using it I don't have this problem anymore.

CamaroSkooter · 05-31-2011, 04:15 PM

I fought the magnet hoop, and the magnet hoop won.

rmpackers · 05-31-2011, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroSkooter

I fought the magnet hoop, and the magnet hoop won.

I too am too short for the loop/hoop but bought a clip thingie that works pretty well.

R Kern · 05-31-2011, 05:16 PM

Russ, this simple, inexpensive fix works for me. I can't take credit for it though, as another forum member first suggested it.
Get two pieces of 1"- 1 1/2" wide nylon straps, about 6 1/2" long. If you have any left-over camera, binocular or duffle bag straps these work great, or buy it cheaply where any material is sold.
Next you put a hole in each end, big enough to fit over the metal snap and magnet. Heat the edges of the holes to keep the nylon from fraying.
Wrap it around the belt, snap the magnet button over it, and go!
I used a 1" wide strap, to keep it fairly hidden under the seat belt. Also, I tried several different lengths, and determined 6 1/2" is the shortest you can make it, and still have the seat belt slide smoothly inside the loop.

Before

The strap and how it installs

After the mod

Ivas · 05-31-2011, 05:28 PM

The magnetic loop works fine, IF YA' DON'T REACH BACK AND UP TO PULL THE BELT AROUND YA'. Reach the belt at chest level with either hand and pull it horizontally across yourself to clip it inta' place.

I had a miserable time, too, with the belt pullin' outa' the loop when I reached up to grab its end. It' hella easy, if ya' remember to grab the belt LOW.

OHIOSS · 05-31-2011, 06:47 PM

I do use the magnetic strap but the seat belts still ride on my neck. I'm 5'9" so not really short.

rkern- thanks for taking the time to taking pics of your setup. I'm going to use your method to see how it works.

Thanks again.

Russ

bajamoon · 05-31-2011, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OHIOSS

I do use the magnetic strap but the seat belts still ride on my neck. I'm 5'9" so not really short.

rkern- thanks for taking the time to taking pics of your setup. I'm going to use your method to see how it works.

Thanks again.

Russ

I have the same problem, 5'8 and it's on my neck. I have gotten used to it. I am going to try a phone book to get me a little higher.

daveagogo1 · 05-31-2011, 08:39 PM

It all just depends on the person and seating position. If i recline my seat somewhat it rubs on my neck and i'm 6ft. If i put the seat up straight it doesn't.

Michelle42780 · 05-31-2011, 09:43 PM

I'm 5'1" and I use something similar to this. Found them at Pepboys, 2 pack.

/end thread

TJ91 · 05-31-2011, 09:58 PM

unless im wearing a hoody, or a golf shirt, this gets sooo damn annoying

EXCALIBER · 06-01-2011, 01:30 AM

I had the same problem. I ended up getting seatbelt extensions from the dealer.
(I think they are 6-8" extensions) They are free from the dealer, if you ask for them. My Dealership had to order them, but they helped tremendously.

05-31-2011, 04:05 PM	#1
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	Seat belt riding on my neck, driver and passenger. Do any of you have this problem with the seat belt? There is no up/down adjustment like in my other cars. Looking for any suggestions if anyone else is experiencing this like me. If no solution I will buy one of those pads that goes around the belt. I don't like the looks of them so I am hoping someone has a suggestion. Russ

05-31-2011, 04:06 PM	#2
Dirtdog Pro Hide n Seek Player Drives: 2010 SS LS3/LSA 620whp/630tq Join Date: May 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 921 View My Garage	theres a magnetic loop on the side of the seat that keeps it down... unless ur realllly short this should fix it. __________________ 620whp/630wtq. ADM LSA Conversion, E85, PFADT Tri-Y Headers into Borla S, PFADT Swaybars, Springs, Links, 20x10 20x11 Forgestar F14s, Lots of AAC

05-31-2011, 04:15 PM	#5
CamaroSkooter Retarded One-Legged Owl Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 9,745	I fought the magnet hoop, and the magnet hoop won. __________________ My VIN = 2G1FK1EJ9A9105017 Build Date: 04-23-2009 according to: http://www.compnine.com/vid.php

05-31-2011, 05:16 PM	#7
R Kern NFRNO SS Drives: 2010 IOM SS/RS M6 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New Holland, Pa. Posts: 650 View My Garage	Russ, this simple, inexpensive fix works for me. I can't take credit for it though, as another forum member first suggested it. Get two pieces of 1"- 1 1/2" wide nylon straps, about 6 1/2" long. If you have any left-over camera, binocular or duffle bag straps these work great, or buy it cheaply where any material is sold. Next you put a hole in each end, big enough to fit over the metal snap and magnet. Heat the edges of the holes to keep the nylon from fraying. Wrap it around the belt, snap the magnet button over it, and go! I used a 1" wide strap, to keep it fairly hidden under the seat belt. Also, I tried several different lengths, and determined 6 1/2" is the shortest you can make it, and still have the seat belt slide smoothly inside the loop. Before The strap and how it installs After the mod __________________ Last edited by R Kern; 05-31-2011 at 05:31 PM.

05-31-2011, 09:43 PM	#12
Michelle42780 Cracker Drives: 2010 2LT/RS Summit White/Beige Join Date: May 2010 Location: Azle, TX Posts: 557 View My Garage	I'm 5'1" and I use something similar to this. Found them at Pepboys, 2 pack. /end thread Attached Images __________________ 2010 Camaro \| 2LT \| RS \| Summit White \| Beige Interior \| Born: 5/10/10 \| Purchased 5/28/10

05-31-2011, 04:07 PM	#3
blizzpat Account Suspended Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Panama Posts: 491	Put it in the magnet hoop.

05-31-2011, 04:09 PM	#4
04Ram2500Hemi Drives: 04 Ram 2500 & 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Missoula, Montana Posts: 1,301	I fought the magnet hoop for almost a year (not sure why). Now that I'm using it I don't have this problem anymore.

05-31-2011, 05:28 PM	#8
Ivas el Ruco Drives: 2010 Camaro SS (now runnin' TENS ) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fontana, CA Posts: 7,388	The magnetic loop works fine, IF YA' DON'T REACH BACK AND UP TO PULL THE BELT AROUND YA'. Reach the belt at chest level with either hand and pull it horizontally across yourself to clip it inta' place. I had a miserable time, too, with the belt pullin' outa' the loop when I reached up to grab its end. It' hella easy, if ya' remember to grab the belt LOW.

05-31-2011, 06:47 PM	#9
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	I do use the magnetic strap but the seat belts still ride on my neck. I'm 5'9" so not really short. rkern- thanks for taking the time to taking pics of your setup. I'm going to use your method to see how it works. Thanks again. Russ

05-31-2011, 09:58 PM	#13
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	unless im wearing a hoody, or a golf shirt, this gets sooo damn annoying __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

06-01-2011, 01:30 AM	#14
EXCALIBER Drives: 2010 2SS/RS.. her name is "Lucille" Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Dodge City, Ks. Posts: 44 View My Garage	I had the same problem. I ended up getting seatbelt extensions from the dealer. (I think they are 6-8" extensions) They are free from the dealer, if you ask for them. My Dealership had to order them, but they helped tremendously.

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