HANS Device - group buy

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby MattR » Sat Apr 13, 2013 7:51 pm

OK, so I did my due diligence today and have decided on the hans sport II from demon tweeks.

I am awaiting the confirmation email for final price and payment details, it should end up $550 to my door in 5-7 days for the HANS device and a set of early posts to suit my helmet.

All going well I should have it early next week.

For anyone else looking at this option, a few traps for young players:

There are two post types, one for SA2005 and SA2000 rated helmets and a second type for the SAH2010 rated helmets. The big difference is that the SAH2010 helmets have a threaded nutsert ready for the later type posts.

Also, if you have an as1698 rated helmet, do a lot of research before using it with a HANS device, it may or maynot be suitable to be drilled. If in doubt upgrade to a SAH2010 helmet ready for the posts, there are plenty out there that won't brake the bank, for example, Revolution Racegear have a Bell Sport for under $600, which is what I would be getting if I couldn't use my current helmet, only because I find Bell helmets comfortable for my head shape.

From my research, most of the usual places on line are about the same price for equivalent models, eg check out Demon Tweeks, Nicky Grist and Murray Motorsport in the UK, or for local, Autosport in adelaide have some good package deals.

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby mazmad » Sun Apr 14, 2013 10:18 pm

Good tip re the posts for different rated helmets Matt. I got a SA2010 Arai from Revolution Racegear a while back.

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby MattR » Mon Apr 22, 2013 8:47 am

Well that was quick, ordered a HANS Sport II with FIA 2002 spec posts on the 16th and lobbed at my door at 7:30 this morning, total price $576.

Now the fun part, drilling my helmet for the posts, goes against everything I have learnt regarding helmets, but will be good, just measure twenty eight times to be sure so I only drill two holes, in the right spot......

Now to get my car built so I can use the HANS device.

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby plohl » Mon Apr 22, 2013 10:01 am

MattR wrote:Well that was quick, ordered a HANS Sport II with FIA 2002 spec posts on the 16th and lobbed at my door at 7:30 this morning, total price $576.

Now the fun part, drilling my helmet for the posts, goes against everything I have learnt regarding helmets, but will be good, just measure twenty eight times to be sure so I only drill two holes, in the right spot......

Now to get my car built so I can use the HANS device.


Why are you drilling the helmet?

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby MattR » Mon Apr 22, 2013 10:24 am

Because my helmet is a SA2000 spec helmet and doesn't have the pre fitted inserts that SAH2010 helmets have for HANS posts.

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby mazmad » Mon Apr 22, 2013 11:13 am

I have a Sa2010 helmet and managed to sweet talk Dean from Revolution Racegear - who I have bought a stack of gear from including the helmet - to fitting the posts when they arrive from OS.

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby mazmad » Mon Apr 22, 2013 2:09 pm

Just got mine too! Ordered on the 17th.... along with a few other toys :mrgreen:

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby manga_blue » Thu May 16, 2013 12:12 am

Offer sent out to the Vic Motorsport group: Schroth HANS Sport 20° at $489 ex Queensland.

http://www.racerindustries.com/store/in ... cts_id=691
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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby MattR » Thu May 16, 2013 9:34 am

manga_blue wrote:Offer sent out to the Vic Motorsport group: Schroth HANS Sport 20° at $489 ex Queensland.

http://www.racerindustries.com/store/in ... cts_id=691


Good price, but just remember you also need to get posts for your helmet. And the correct ones depending on what helmet spec you have, SA or SAH, SAH has the inserts already SA needs holes drilled to install posts.

Anyone in Brisbane going to the track day I will have my HANS II device with me (if I remember) if anyone wants to see how it all works and fits remind me and I will make sure I bring it.

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby Magpie » Thu May 16, 2013 9:45 am

MattR wrote: Good price, but just remember you also need to get posts for your helmet. And the correct ones depending on what helmet spec you have, SA or SAH, SAH has the inserts already SA needs holes drilled to install posts.


I just dropped my helemt off to them so that they can make sure that the posts that they order are correct. Best way to check is to see if your helmet has any small plastic plugs in where the HANS posts would go. If you have the plugs then good the only question is if under the plug is a thread or is it just a hole (mine had just a hole). If no plugs then it needs to be determined if holes can be drilled etc (as said by MAttR).

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby manga_blue » Thu May 16, 2013 12:11 pm

I don't really like to spruik for retailers but there are a few offers and conditions attached to my earlier post. Here's the rest of the detail on that offer, as sent to AROCA:

ATTENTION RACERS NATIONWIDE... ONE OFF HANS Device SPECIAL EVENT

Recent serious accidents at local circuits have again highlighted the need for competitors and drivers at all levels to consider wearing a HANS Device while racing or practicing. Racer Industries and our partner Schroth Safety Products have teamed together and will be offering HANS devices from $489 - Deal CLOSES Saturday 25th May 2013

These heavily discounted prices now makes the HANS Device affordable for competitors at all levels from sprints through to national level.

The HANS Device is the most important development in driver safety in the last 20 years. Even in a relatively minor incident, wearing a HANS Device can mean the difference between walking away or suffering serious neck injury.

Schroth built HANS Devices are the leader and #1 choice for racers around the world. HANS Devices are the ONLY device approved for use in F1, V8 Supercars, A1GP, NASCAR, WTCC, FIA, GT, Formula BMW, and many other national and regional motorsport bodies and series.

We have the opportunity to offer Nationwide Car Club Members, CAMS & AASA licence holders HANS device models available at heavily discounted prices for the next 2 weeks ONLY:

Models Available (20deg Units Only) - FREE FREIGHT AUSTRALIA WIDE for HANS Device

HANS Sport I (Large only) $489.00
HANS Sport II (Med & Large) $560.00
HANS Pro Carbon (Med & Large) $1009.00
HANS Clips $50.00

FREE HANS clip fitment to your helmet
FREE helmet safety assessments.

HELMET SPECIAL
RJAYS DAYTONA $242.95
FREIGHT $14.50 Australia Wide
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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby mazmad » Thu May 16, 2013 12:19 pm

Would be worth passing this on to Mike Hicks. Some mx5 club track'ers dont frequent this forum (strange, no?)

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Re: HANS Device - group buy

Postby manga_blue » Thu May 16, 2013 12:37 pm

OK, I'll forward the AROCA email to him.
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