Take a look at the Hutchens device at http://www.hutchensdevice.com. I have
bought one but not yet tried it out. It looks a lot simpler than the HANS,
and is considerably less expensive, as well. Regards, Don
----- Original Message -----
From: <SpiwakD@aol.com>
To: <fot@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, December 28, 2001 12:10
Subject: (no subject)
> Amici
>
> I know two people who use the Hans device. It is simple and
appears
> to be effective, but is awkward to use. The helmet is attached to a
> fiberglass frame which sits on the user's shoulders. The shoulder belts
hold
> the frame down. If the driver needs to exit quickly, he simply disconnects
> his belts and stands up. The helmet is not attached to the car.
> The helmet/Hans device cannot easily be put on while in the car.
You
> will probably have to go to the grid with everything in place...no fun in
hot
> weather. I doubt that those of us with formula cars will be able to put it
on
> without assistance. I believe the price is around $750 installed on your
> helmet.
>
> Dave
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