Date:         Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:53:56 -0800
Reply-To:     neil n <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         neil n <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re-pad Front Seats
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Hi all.

My last trip did in my left leg and hip. The seat is the main culprit
though my bed likely didn't help.  (old foam etc.) I know this is a
very subjective thing, but if you've re-padded your front seats.....

1. was it a distinct improvement
2. is it still "holding up"  (and for how long)
3. did you use a pre made set of foam or make your own

I know the later model seats are a huge improvement and that EV seats
fit with minor mods, but my guess is that with a used seat, there's no
real way to test it other than use it a while. Like it would just bug
the crap out of me to find it painful after a long trip with no
recourse for a refund. As such I'd rather build a new one. New seats
are out of my budget (though Sew Fine seats look nice), but new
padding isn't. I don't care what colour they end up being either so $
saved on fabric might help too.

Is it a waste of time to re-pad my older style seats? i.e. would
buying a used newer type with good frame etc. then re-padding be a
better idea?

Thanks for any insights from seat re padders!

Neil.


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