I need to put seat belts in the car, however none were ever in the car originally or even available as an option. Can I install any belts I want and do the count in the budget?
Likewise I need a few new brake hoses and wheel cylinder/seals, I recall last year it was said that it doesn't make you any faster but is needed to stop you safely so it wasn't part of the budget if kept original units. Is this correct?
Safety items do not count against the budget. However, roll bars and cages are seen as a performance enhancer, so they DO count against the budget. So, if you can install them without a cage from which to mount them, it's free (so far as GRM is concerned, your significant other might feel otherwise).
I'm a little perplexed, that rule/allowance has been written into the rules for almost a year. It's in the safety section of the challenge rules.
The following safety gear can be installed on the Challenge vehicle or used by the driver without counting toward the Challenge Budget: seat belts or safety harnesss and their mounting hardware, window nets and their mounting hardware, arm restraints, fire extinguishers or fire extinguishing systems, SFI-rated scattershields, helmets, drivers suits, shoes and other personal safety gear. Rubber or steel brake lines, master cylinders and brake cylinders/calipers and brake pad linings may be replaced with stock pieces. The items may only be used as intended for safety purposes and have no performance advantage. It is recommended that you purchase your safety gear from our sponsors.
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