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Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:09 am ]
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Hey all, Since my current failed attempt at replacing my old and busted SWB Vitara's driver's seat with a LWB one (I know, I know ) has failed miserably, I think It's time I upgraded to some nice seats. Anyways, browsing through Fatzook's Twin Stick Off Road page, I found the perfect mounting bracket to which I can attach bucket seats and do a I have a fairly limited budget for each front seat (Bunnings don't pay that well!) (approx $200-$250 each). If they're good-quality/condition pre-owned doesn't bother me. The only conditions are that they need to be recline-able, comfy, and look cool (and within budget). Any recommendations? Cheers.

Author:	Fatzook [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:19 am ]
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I'll weigh in. Go to the wreckers and sit in some seats. Most OEM seats will be WAY more comfortable than any aftermarket seat in your price range.

Author:	Gwagensteve [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:24 am ]
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X2. The local pull-it- yourself wrecker charges $115 a pair for seats, regardless f what they are from. Steve.

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:25 am ]
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Thought you might, haha. So OEM seats from other brands? Might pop down to Salisbury Wreckers tomorrow and have a look.

Author:	Fatzook [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:31 am ]
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Try the jap wreckers too. Alot of Jap cars come with good quality, supportive bucket seats.

Author:	atari4x4 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:37 am ]
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the not so cheap option... TSOR seat frames & recaro's.

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:38 am ]
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Okay, will do. Any good ones round Brisbane?

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:42 am ]
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atari4x4 wrote: the not so cheap option... TSOR seat frames & recaro's. Out of curiosity, where'd you get those seats? And how much?

Author:	atari4x4 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:48 am ]
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was a grand worth of seats/frames & i got them off ebay, i think they came out of a proton satria GTI or sporty jap mirage.

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:53 am ]
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I was/am pretty keen on these I'm thinking of doing one seat at a time, first buy a pair of TSOR mounts, and install the driver's seat + TSOR mount, then buy a second identical seat for the passenger side over 2 pays. I think that would be financially the best option.

Author:	Chop [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:56 am ]
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Just remember big side bolsters can become a pain when getting in and out.

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 11:58 am ]
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Yeah, that doesn't bother me too much... I mean, I say that now, dunno how I'll feel in a few months time haha.

Author:	Chop [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:02 pm ]
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Yeah ive done it in my old sierra, it gets old very quick. Wait till you get bigger tyres and lift

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:05 pm ]
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I'll just take a step ladder with me wherever I go! Simple xD

Author:	atari4x4 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:06 pm ]
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Chop wrote: Just remember big side bolsters can become a pain when getting in and out. yeah it's a bit of an act to get in & out of with out destroying even the small bolsters on the recaro's.

Author:	atari4x4 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:09 pm ]
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MADMANx511 wrote: I was/am pretty keen on these a pair of OEM seats out of a jap "sports" car would be better than those IMO, have a look at MX-5, Toyota Paseo, Lancer's and similar types of jap cars for seats.

Author:	SierraDan [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:10 pm ]
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Yeah it gets annoying trying to enter the car without pain. But once you're in it's good. Comfy and on those side angles it keeps you upright!

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:17 pm ]
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I'll keep that in mind. I'll have a look around the local wreckers for "sports" cars. Thanks guys.

Author:	alien [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:31 pm ]
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i've got these in mine: http://www.alibaba.com/product-free/218 ... Seats.html theyre great... no idea on price cos i got mine 2nd hand off a guy who rolled his sierra like 8 years ago.

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:36 pm ]
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http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Pair-Autotec ... 500wt_1413 If I could be effed to drive up to caboolture, these would be sweet.

Author:	Fatzook [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:37 pm ]
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atari4x4 wrote: MADMANx511 wrote: I was/am pretty keen on these a pair of OEM seats out of a jap "sports" car would be better than those IMO, have a look at MX-5, Toyota Paseo, Lancer's and similar types of jap cars for seats. I've sat in those SAAS seats. They are insanely firm! 30 seconds was enough

Author:	MADMANx511 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:38 pm ]
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Fatzook wrote: atari4x4 wrote: MADMANx511 wrote: I was/am pretty keen on these a pair of OEM seats out of a jap "sports" car would be better than those IMO, have a look at MX-5, Toyota Paseo, Lancer's and similar types of jap cars for seats. I've sat in those SAAS seats. They are insanely firm! 30 seconds was enough Okay. That's me off em then haha. You're right, I really should test the seats before I pay any coin.

Author:	Fatzook [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:57 pm ]
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MADMANx511 wrote: Fatzook wrote: atari4x4 wrote: MADMANx511 wrote: I was/am pretty keen on these a pair of OEM seats out of a jap "sports" car would be better than those IMO, have a look at MX-5, Toyota Paseo, Lancer's and similar types of jap cars for seats. I've sat in those SAAS seats. They are insanely firm! 30 seconds was enough Okay. That's me off em then haha. You're right, I really should test the seats before I pay any coin. Yep. If it has 'RECARO' stamped on it, you can be sure its a good seat, but they; as do all aftermarket seats; come in different widths etc, so it really does help if you can sink your arse into one before paying for it.

Author:	atari4x4 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 1:08 pm ]
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alien wrote: i've got these in mine: http://www.alibaba.com/product-free/218 ... Seats.html theyre great... no idea on price cos i got mine 2nd hand off a guy who rolled his sierra like 8 years ago. and yet you can't travel any further than the powerlines without pissing & moaning like a girl, must be comfy seats.

Author:	alien [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 1:14 pm ]
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haha thats not the seats, its the driver =)

Author:	sogone [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 1:40 pm ]
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alien wrote: haha thats not the seats, its the driver =) Your boss? Not even my preggers wife whinged for a piss that distance

Author:	shakes [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 7:37 pm ]
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atari4x4 wrote: MADMANx511 wrote: I was/am pretty keen on these a pair of OEM seats out of a jap "sports" car would be better than those IMO, have a look at MX-5, Toyota Paseo, Lancer's and similar types of jap cars for seats. X2 cheap aftermarket seats are rubbish compared to good oem ones.

Author:	jdk81 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 8:10 pm ]
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The previous owner installed aftermarket bucket seats. So uncomfortable. I found a nice pair of seats from a pick-a-part wrecker for $75/pair. The seats were out of a low km hatchback baleno. Significantly better. The seats of of the Chrysler Voyager look the goods.

Author:	11_evl [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 8:16 pm ]
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i always liked N13 pulsar seats

Author:	055ETH [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 8:59 pm ]
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dude try self serv e auto parts at wacol (boundry rd) they sell pairs of front seats for $50 -$100 and have all makes of cars, so go down find a pair u like and pull them out

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