Date:         Tue, 12 Nov 2002 17:29:59 -0700
Reply-To:     westydriver <westydriver@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         westydriver <westydriver@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Lumbar pads? Headrest pads?
Comments: To: Karl M <thewestyman@MINDSPRING.COM>
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these types of items for the headrests and for the lumbar used to be
readily available at flaps and walmart type shops.  they have almost
disappeared now.
jimt
On Tuesday, Nov 12, 2002, at 16:11 America/Denver, Karl M wrote:

>   Hi all,
>
> I've recently discovered that my posture and back are much better when
> I
> stuff a properly-shaped soft object between my lower back and the
> Westy's
> seat. Has anyone been successful in adding a section of fitted foam
> into the
> Vanagon's seat, under the covering? If so, what foam density works the
> best?
>
> Another thing I actually remember seeing somewhere, maybe in a German
> ad: A
> slip-on cover with an attached pad for the headrest / restraint.
> Having both
> integrated into the driver's seat would certainly make those
> cross-country
> jaunts a bit more comfortable, if not safer. Thanks in advance for any
> input.
>
> Karl Mullendore
> Westy Ventures
> 1987 Westfalia Syncro 1.9TD
>