You all have probably seen this article about the safety of classic cars...
http://www.suntimes.com/output/auto/cst-nws-classic03.html
Based on this it insipired me to start a new thread on how folks are modifying their GT/CS's to be as safe as possible. My philosopy is to add safety features but keep my GT/CS looking "1968". Toward that end I've done the following (in priority order of effectiveness in my opinion):
(1) Added front disc brakes. A huge improvement over drum brakes
(2) Added headrests. I put in some 1969 seat backs that had headrests. (The 1968 NOS headrests or aftermarket headrests are also an option).
(3) The car already had a shoulder belts so no upgrades there.
Based on some of the discussion in other threads what I'm thinking about in addition is:
(4) Nice bright tail lights. Possibly LEDs as they might add a more unique look. Possibly with sequential turn signal (if you're stopped and turning). A more unique look means more notice on the road and less chance of someone rearending you.
(5) Air horns. To scare the, ahh... poo out of someone that might veer into your lane.
Another thing I've heard about but am really not considering is:
(6) Fuel tank with a bladder. The idea is to prevent gas spattering in a rearend collison.
What safety modifications have you made?
What safety options would you suggest?
Thanks.
Cheers!
http://www.suntimes.com/output/auto/cst-nws-classic03.html
Based on this it insipired me to start a new thread on how folks are modifying their GT/CS's to be as safe as possible. My philosopy is to add safety features but keep my GT/CS looking "1968". Toward that end I've done the following (in priority order of effectiveness in my opinion):
(1) Added front disc brakes. A huge improvement over drum brakes
(2) Added headrests. I put in some 1969 seat backs that had headrests. (The 1968 NOS headrests or aftermarket headrests are also an option).
(3) The car already had a shoulder belts so no upgrades there.
Based on some of the discussion in other threads what I'm thinking about in addition is:
(4) Nice bright tail lights. Possibly LEDs as they might add a more unique look. Possibly with sequential turn signal (if you're stopped and turning). A more unique look means more notice on the road and less chance of someone rearending you.
(5) Air horns. To scare the, ahh... poo out of someone that might veer into your lane.
Another thing I've heard about but am really not considering is:
(6) Fuel tank with a bladder. The idea is to prevent gas spattering in a rearend collison.
What safety modifications have you made?
What safety options would you suggest?
Thanks.
Cheers!