I noticed some load straps in front and in the back of the cart that hold it
in place.  Besides, the backsides of the front seats should provide some
measure of protection.

Chris.

'85 Westy
No cart.
----- Original Message -----
From: Larry Alofs <lalofs@enteract.com>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2001 9:22 AM
Subject: Re: Shift Kart in Vanagon - Pictures

> "Christopher T. Berchin" wrote:
>
> > Some of you were curious as to how I'd get my shifter kart into my
> > Vanagon.  I have put some pictures up on the web - I just test-fit the
> > kart this morning.  It fits perfectly, and I can load it myself.
> > Normally, anything with a kart is a 2-man procedure, so being able to
> > load by myself is a big plus.  The load floor of the van is nearly
> > identical in height to my kart stand.  Here's the link:
> > http://y42.photos.yahoo.com/ctbtyperGo to the album called "Race Bus,"
> > and you'll find the pictures there.
> > Chris
>
> I hate to sound like gloom and doom, but it would be good to have
> something more substantial to hold the kart back in the event of a
> collision.  If you are stopped very suddenly the kart will continue
> forward toward the people in the front.
>
> Nice pictures.
>   Take care.
> Larry A.