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Collapsible boss kit - requirement or even a safety benefit?
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2012 5:22 pm
by marty085
Bought a collapsible boss kit online to suit a new Nardi steering wheel.. not compatible with my NA8 (internal diameter of horn ring too large) so seller offered to swap for a non-collapsible.
Does it matter when the steering column is collapsible? Am i worrying too much?
Is it a legal requirement to have a collapsible one in NSW?
Cheers
Collapsible boss kit - requirement or even a safety benefit?
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 11:17 pm
by marty085
Nobody? Couldn't find anything online or on this forum
Re: Collapsible boss kit - requirement or even a safety bene
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 11:52 pm
by Hjt
Unsure what you mean mate, but I doubt they would defect you on it.. but as long as its as safe asboem you should be ok
Re: Collapsible boss kit - requirement or even a safety bene
Posted: Sun Jun 24, 2012 1:20 am
by Smokinscotty
The steering wheels were rigid and mounted on non-collapsible steering columns. This arrangement increased the risk of impaling the driver in case of a severe crash. The first collapsible steering column was invented in 1934 but was never successful marketed.[11] In 1968, United States regulations (FMVSS Standard No. 204) were implemented concerning the acceptable rearward movement of the steering wheel in case of crash.[12] Collapsible steering columns were required to meet that standard
I was thinking the boss prolly shouldn't collapse. Could turn a column into a spear.