hobzy
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 10:09 AM |
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kids in a bucket seat
Now I am sure there was a thread on this before but I can't find it. 
My daughter is starting to get interested in coming out in the Indy, but what are the legalities of her using a 4 point harness? her current booster
is too wide for the fibreglass seat, and because the lap belts go over the seat sides she will submarine without one ( crotch belts would sort that
and the harness buckle will take them) . If i can't buy something to fit, can I make one out of one of those seat foam kits?
She trail fits height wise sitting on some loose padding. The base of the seat is 14" across and she is 115cm tall. Any ideas peeps?
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Worzey
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 10:16 AM |
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I managed to buy a very slim child seat from Halfords for £5.
I wouldn't dream of using it in the tin top but in the kit with a high-sided bucket and 4 point harness it's ideal.
It's very narrow and fits a tight GRP seat that I only just manage to fit in.
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MakeEverything
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 10:16 AM |
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Get a coupleof tins of expanding foam filler (from the pund shop) in a couple of bin bags (also the pound shop), and make a booster to fit. You can
then put it in a cushion cover to make it look a bit better. It will fit her individually as well, so should be a bit more comfortable than a
standard booster.
The only problem is getting her to sit still while the foam moulds itself! Sweets may also be needed!
Kindest Regards,
Richard.
...You can make it foolProof, but youll never make it Idiot Proof!...
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hobzy
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 10:18 AM |
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But will it be legal??? I quite like the idea of making one to fit as it will probably fit better and bring her shoulders forward too.
Will pop to shalfords for a looksee too. Ta.
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Worzey
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 10:20 AM |
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Link to Halfords seat that I got:
Linky
Caterham R400
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iank
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 10:42 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by hobzy
But will it be legal??? I quite like the idea of making one to fit as it will probably fit better and bring her shoulders forward too.
Will pop to shalfords for a looksee too. Ta.
No it wouldn't be legal, in theory you can't even shave 1mm off an approved seat to make it fit and remain legal.
DarrenW did some letter writing with the DoT and they refuse to give any exemptions despite the law being written for lap belts.
See http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=60021
and http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=62301
and http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=71233
and http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=106713
--
Never argue with an idiot. They drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.
Anonymous
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MakeEverything
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 11:03 AM |
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But (from memory) i dont recall any requirements for an E marked booster or other demarkation, only the requirement for children under a certain age
or height to have one?
Kindest Regards,
Richard.
...You can make it foolProof, but youll never make it Idiot Proof!...
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jlparsons
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 12:12 PM |
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got to be honest, I shalln't ever be taking my daughter in mine. The car itself is just not safe enough. If I stop and think about it for long
enough, I could see myself reaching the conclusion that it's not safe enough for her dad either... but less of that. 
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iank
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 12:36 PM |
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The legislation requires "Correct child restraint MUST be used" where correct is defined as a type approved seat.
i.e. UN ECE Regulation 44.03 (or subsequent) type approval standard and be marked with a label (showing an "E" and "44.03" or
".03" and the Group number, or weight range of child, for which it is designed.
You're unlikely to be questioned anyway as I doubt the police will have the legislation instantly to hand, but after an accident is the worst
time for insurance/plod to get involved in questions about regulations.
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Never argue with an idiot. They drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.
Anonymous
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hobzy
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 12:42 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by iank
quote:
Originally posted by hobzy
But will it be legal??? I quite like the idea of making one to fit as it will probably fit better and bring her shoulders forward too.
Will pop to shalfords for a looksee too. Ta.
No it wouldn't be legal, in theory you can't even shave 1mm off an approved seat to make it fit and remain legal.
DarrenW did some letter writing with the DoT and they refuse to give any exemptions despite the law being written for lap belts.
See http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=60021
and http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=62301
and http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=71233
and http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=106713
Cheers for those links - search came up with nowt for me despite using the word booster and child!
Just been to halfords and they had none in stock
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MK chippy
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 01:22 PM |
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Alright mate,
save the money and get second gear sorted!
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hobzy
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 05:12 PM |
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I don't have any money remember I just gave it all to you!
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owelly
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| posted on 19/4/09 at 09:46 PM |
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My boy loves going for a spin...
http://www.ppcmag.co.uk
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Vindi_andy
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| posted on 20/4/09 at 10:39 AM |
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Got a 4 seater and with the back seats being flat got no problem fitting booster seats although only 1 child needs it now
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hobzy
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| posted on 20/4/09 at 12:26 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by owelly
My boy loves going for a spin...
What width are those seats, and if they are 14" what booster is that please!
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