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How to fit a tall driver into a 997 for track days

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YOUR RESEARCHHow to fit a tall driver into a 997 for track days

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being 6'5" and 250lb

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My problem was being 6'5" and 250lb and with adaptive sports seats and sunroof I had compromised all the headroom.
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How to fit a tall driver into a 997 for track days

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Replace seat in and out

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The BK Bar is easier to get in an out and since I will be changing the seat in and out for track days versus daily driving.
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The BK Bar is easier to get in an out and since I will be changing the seat in and out for track days versus daily driving.
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How to fit a tall driver into a 997 for track days

Use taller drivers wanting a better fit

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I thought this thread may be of some use for taller drivers wanting a better fit for track days.
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The BK Bar is easier to get in an out and since I will be changing the seat in and out for track days versus daily driving.
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Use taller drivers wanting a better fit

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I thought this thread may be of some use for taller drivers wanting a better fit for track days.
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My problem was being 6'5" and 250lb and with adaptive sports seats and sunroof I had compromised all the headroom.
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Still not comfortable for a full day at the track but the best compromise with standard equipment.
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I thought this thread may be of some use for taller drivers wanting a better fit for track days. My problem was being 6'5" and 250lb and with adaptive sports seats and sunroof I had compromised all the headroom. When wearing a helmet I was continually bouncing off the roof. I eventually found a driving position that was not the most comfortable but positioned me so that I could at least minimise the head banging. A tip from another taller guy was to open the rear of the sunroof and have my head bobble around in the slightly offset space. Still not comfortable for a full day at the track but the best compromise with standard equipment. I tried but could not even use standard GT3 seats as they were too small and even if I wedged myself in I still had my head bouncing off the roof due to the lowered roof height because of the sunroof at least when wearing a helmet. I am working through a custom solution which will utilise OEM GT3 runners and mounting hardware with a custom side mount bracket for a race seat. I have now bought a Racetech seat (4009W) which is really comfortable and getting a custom mount made to fit factory sliders that will give me an extra inch or so in headroom. I will post photos of the whole process when completed. I am still trying to work out whether to install a BK Harness Bar or a GMG Harness/Roll Cage. The BK Bar is easier to get in an out and since I will be changing the seat in and out for track days versus daily driving. But I like the idea of the added safety of the roll bar. Has anyone had experiences with either of these harness fittings and I would appreciate any feedback on any and all of the above

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