Altapac are an RMS Approved Child Restraint Fitment Centre.
We are able to offer child seat installs while you wait with no booking required. Simply visit Altapac between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm to have your child seat fitted professionally, securely and conveniently.
Here are the answers to some of the more commonly asked questions regarding our child seat fitment service and the rules & regulations around child restraint fitment
Between 15-25 minutes depending on the vehicle and the child seat. If it is in a larger wagon, SUV or hatch then it is an easy and quick install. If it is a dual cab ute, sedan or small car then it can take a little longer.
We’ve tried to keep our fees the best in Newcastle for child restraint fitting.
First seat = $45 excluding parts
Every additional seat = $25 excluding parts.
Booster seats = $35 excluding parts.
Every additional booster seat = $15 excluding parts.
Commonly used parts
Gated Buckle = $5
Anchor Bolt = $15
300mm hook extension = $25
600mm hook extension = $30
Seat belt extension (type A) = $65
Seat belt extension (type B) = $150
Of course. Because we’re an authorise and registered child restraint fitment centre we give all customers who have their child restraints fitted by us a certificate from NSW Roads and Maritime Services.
Nope. Feel to pop on in any weekday between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm and we will install your child restraint while you wait. If you want the job done on a Saturday, it’s always a good idea to book ahead to avoid a lengthy delay.
It depends on the age of the child and the type of seat we’re fitting. If we’re installing a rearward-facing seat then it’s a good idea to bring in 3 bath towels. We may use these to balance out the seat to make sure bub is lying flat.
For two-piece rearward facing capsules it’s important to bring both the base and the capsule to make sure the base is ftted at the right angle so that bub is sitting flat.
Yes, please make sure the child seat straps are at the right height for the occupant before the installation. Some older seat will likely have to be removed before the straps can be adjusted.
No need to worry at all!
Altapac are a Britax Child Restraint dealer and carry a range of Capsules, Restraints and Booster seats.
Altapac supply and install a wide range of anchor points for a multitude of vehicles. If you need to fit a child seat to a vehicle that doesn’t have factory anchor points or to add additional anchor point, Altapac can help.
One of our most common requests is to fit rear child seat anchor points to Dual Cab Utes like the Nissan Navara D22 and Landcruiser 79 Series Dual Cab.
A DCD install involves mounting an anchor point to the floor of the vehicle behind the rear seat and attaching a “D” ring to the back wall of the cab.
When fitting a child seat, a strap is attached to the floor, through the “D” ring.
Key Features
*Some vehicles will need additional engineering certificate from auto-engineer
A DCA is fitted to the rear window of the vehicle’s cab. It was originally developed for the Holden Rodeo but has been adapted to suit other vehicles like the Navara and Triton
Key Features
*Some vehicles will need additional engineering certificate from auto-engineer
A CRAB is commonly install in vehicles that do not have a rear parcel shelf. This usually means vans, 4×4 wagons etc.
The Device consists of a sleeved tube that is bolted to the vehicle’s body and spans the width of the cabin.
Key Features
Britax are a British manufacturer of Child Seats with over 50 years of experience. With an unrelenting focus on safety, Britax seats are rigorously tested to ensure your child will be protected in the event of an accident.
When you purchase a Britax Child Seat through Altapac you’ll also receive complimentary fitting by an RMS accredited fitter. Our team would be more than happy to demonstrate the fitting & adjustment of your Britax seat so you can be confident that your child is protected.
