KIRKEY RACING FABRICATION 89140KIT User manual

89140KIT –89180KIT Instructions
You have purchased the finest Intermediate 10 Degree
Containment Seat Kit available. These components (when
installed correctly) are designed to reduce injury-producing
movement of the upper body and head during a racing impact,
but no device or component can prevent all injuries that may
occur in auto racing. Auto racing remains a very dangerous
sport regardless of any protective devices you may use. Please read the instructions very carefully and if you have any
questions please contact Kirkey Racing Fabrication Inc. 1-800-363-4885
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
SETTING THE HEAD RESTRAINT
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You have the choice of four (4), (5 on 89180), different vertical positions, and four (4) different horizontal positions, which can be
used to set the head restraint position. Head can also be rotated down at front.
Step 1 –setting the head restraint vertically.
You have the choice of four (4), (5 on 89180), different vertical positions, (see photo #1) that can be used to set the head
restraint position. Ideally you want the head restraint positioned level with the driver’s cheekbone, (see photo #3). With the seat
cover installed, have the driver look to the left and to the right to ensure that their peripheral vision is not obstructed. If peripheral
vision is obstructed adjust accordingly. With the restraint at the proper height fasten the head restraint to the seat using the two
connector brackets and bolts, nuts and washers supplied. Use pre-punched holes and three (3) of the 5/16” x ¾” bolts, flange
nuts and three (3) washers provided for each side.
Step 2 –setting the head restraint horizontally
You have the choice of four (4) different horizontal positions, (see photo #2) that can be used to set the head restraint position.
Ideally you want the head restraint as close to the back of helmet as possible. This is a driver preference; adjust so driver is
comfortable with head position. With the restraint in comfortable position fasten head to connector brackets using two (2) of the
5/16” x ¾” bolts, flange nuts and two (2) washers provided for each side. Use pre punched holes only.
To make alignment easier do not tighten bolts until they are all in place. With all bolts in place you now have the option of
rotating front of restraint down for additional peripheral vision.
Torque all of the 5/16” bolts (10 in total) to 20ft. lbs. NOTE: Re torque after each race.
Hardware List: 10- 5/16” x 3/4” Grade 8 bolts 10- 5/16” Flange lock nuts
10- 5/16” Grade 8 washers 2- Connector Brackets
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
For the bottom we recommend that you use no less than two (2) 5/16"(8mm) bolts directly through the bottom to frame, (spread
the bolts out as far as possible to distribute the load). For the back we recommend no less than three (3) 5/16" (8mm) bolts
using the mounting area in the shoulder box of the seat, (see photo #4). We also make a bracket for this if seat can’t be mounted
solid to roll cage, NEVER mount to sheet metal. The part number for the rear bracket is 99208, (see image below).
For additional strength we highly recommend that head restraint is mounted to A-frame using C plates, part # 99215 (see image
below) –Included with KIT.
Be sure to check with your sanctioning body and/or track for their rules and regulations on seat mounting.
If you are not qualified to perform such fabrication have the installation done by an expert familiar with the
requirements of such installation.
Part #99208 Part #99215

Photo #1 Photo #2
Photo #3 Photo #4
Kirkey now has available a replacement right shoulder restraint cover
for the 88 and 89 series seats to reduce shoulder width by 1”.
his cover replaces the standard right side shoulder restraint cover and
gives the driver a tighter fit.
Cover comes with an additional 1” low rebound comfort padding to achieve this.
Part number for this cover is 88-89RS1XP
For more information please contact us
www.kirkeyracing.com [e-mail]
1-800-363-4885 (voice) 1-800-829-7072 (fax)
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