Tim,
You could be our Team Chevelle Safety rep :)
Teach me about collapsible steering columns please. I am ignorant in
this area.
What do you plan on doing to increase safety on your 66 Elkie?
Steve
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Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2002 9:20 PM
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Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] Anti-lock brakes & air bags in Chevelles
Steve,
The only source for self-contained airbag systems that I know of comes
from Breed. A quick Google search found their website at:
http://www.breedtech.com/products/air_bags.htm
I recall reading an SAE paper on one of their systems that fits entirely
in the steering wheel assembly. If I remember correctly, they used a
mechanical sensor to detect collision. I don't know whether they would
have an application suitable for your vehicle, but their website is
probably the best place to continue your search.
As an aside, I am a mechanical engineer and I investigate and
reconstruct motor vehicle collisions for a living. I love my '66 El
Camino, but I must confess that the safety aspects of the car are my one
nagging concern. For instance, I may need to put in a collapsible
steering column. I remember one case where the steering wheel of a
mid-sixties full-sized Chev wound up in the rear seat after a
substantial frontal impact, much to the detriment of the driver.
Drive safely!
Regards,
Tim Moebes
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