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Any quality restraint, if worn properly would have probably performed the same function.[/b]
I agree 100%, the HANS likely contributed significantly to his being able to even have an interview - but so would other quality products.
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The issue here that scares me most is the possibility of fire, and Joey Hand is SO fortunate that there was no fire.[/b]
Which worries me as a driver that may not be allowed to choose a quality H&N restraint that I believe would allow ME to achieve full egress with more success.
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I would also have to say that PTG has much to be proud about in the quality of race cars that they build. When the team was salvaging the car, the doors looked like they could be bolted up to another car and look almost as good as new. The integrity of the driving compartment was near amazing.[/b]
Amazing and interesting as elsewhere there was comment that there was a reduction in the window opening that was a contributing factor.
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By the way, everyone who placed a gloved hand on the car, please raise your hand(raises hand). ... As a driver and worker, I am thankful for all the safety equipment that is in use today, and use all that I can get. [/b]
Ditto and as a driver I am equally thankful for people like you out there ensuring we have a fighting chance after an incident.
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All of the discussion has caused me to reflect on a conversation that I had with Dr. Melvin at the Delphi Lab during a test of a H&N system not being discussed here. I was then and am today still convinced that the SFI issue is not something that is in the best interest of the driver.
Of course, these thoughts are only my opinion...........[/b]
Would you describe Dr. Melvin as being supportive of a change in 38.1 or to remain in its current state? Several (who much as myself have never met him) claim that 38.1 has his unqualified blessing.
Thanks for the post, huge contribution.