Date:         Mon, 23 Dec 2002 00:03:01 -0800
Reply-To:     Westyman <thewestyman@MINDSPRING.COM>
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From:         Westyman <thewestyman@MINDSPRING.COM>
Subject:      Project: Lumbar supports done!
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          VWVANFULLTIMERS <VWVANFULLTIMERS@yahoogroups.com>
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After looking everywhere for a suitable lumbar pad (suitable to my price
range and desired shape), I finally found a solution: Digging around in the
attic of my shop revealed an old VW Rabbit rear seat, which donated it's
back support cushion with a little threat from a carpet knife. A little
measuring and shaping with the aforementioned carpet knife, and I ended up
with a chunk of foam exactly as I had imagined, and the best part was it was
FREE! The installation was a breeze, the Vanagon seats pop apart quite
easily, after removing the pivot covers and the two 6mm allen bolts. This
allows enough pivot room to open the four little pointed clips holding the
upholstery in place at the bottom of the seatback. Sliding the pads in place
and then reassembling the seat was simple. Finished product feels great,
even better in the wallet! Road test report to come, after the FMBC New
Years Resolution campout. Now, to make the custom headrest cushions...

Karl
'97 Westy Syncro 1.9TD