>I have this problem too !! >I think the problem is the return spring loosing its temper. > >Todd >'88 Westy > >Tom Rehkugler wrote: > >> I have a problem with the driver's seat belt not retracting after >> releasing the seat belt to get out of my vanagon. I took the cover off >> and cleaned all the dust and dirt out, but no difference in the ability >> of the spring to pull the belt back in. I have to hand feed the belt in >> every time I get out, otherwise it tends to hang out the door. >> >> Has anyone fixed this problem with their vanagon? My search of the >> archives yielded no answers. I am hoping there is a way to take apart the >> seatbelt to rewind or replace the spring. TIA >> >> Tom >> Rehkugler
On other cars I've fixed this with a little bit of silicone spray on the bearing of the take up reel. Silicone spray dries after application and it won't stain the belt or your clothes. You can get it at some auto stores and electronics places. It can be hard to find. http://www.digikey.com/ carries it, part # 3M624678-ND $6.42 plus shipping and minimum order charge. Also, sometimes the belts get frayed and that inhibits free movement. A hot knife (soldering iorn with a blade tip or just a knife heated with a flame) can be used to melt the edges back into smoothness. HTH -Otmar- 86 Syncro (front) 82 (rear) Stretch GTI Westfalia. "Power of two" http://www.evcl.com/strvan/strvan.html Several EVs (Electric Vehicles) Electric Vehicle Components Ltd. (650) 494-9255 |
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