Step 1 for reducing back injuries is seat belt mounting. The lap belt wrapping around the mid rail doesn't stop you butt from moving forward in the seat. Once your butt moves, you lose the support of the seat for your lower back on the next impact. Hooker Harness bolt in belts are a step in the right direction. Kasey Kahne racing also uses a bolt in installation that addresses this problem. Ask any safety equipment manufacturer and they will tell you that belt mounting angle is critical to the belts doing their job.

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